Hello from a Slightly Older, Slightly Wiser Law Student
Summer has come and gone, another academic year is here, and Suits has still not been watched. Although that has not changed, nearly everything else in my life as a law …
Unique Perspectives
Unique perspectives and experiences at Loyola Law School.
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The Big Journey Is Coming to an End
April is in full bloom, and I know it sounds like a cliché, but time really does fly. It feels like just yesterday I received my acceptance notification from Loyola Law …
Closing Arguments: A Farewell to Law School and the Road Ahead
Graduating from law school and preparing for the bar exam this summer is the culmination of years of perseverance, resilience, and faith. This journey has not been easy, but it has …
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Discovering my purpose through every experience.
Elizabeth Williams
Student Correspondent
JD Day | Year 1
Conquering Nerves, Creating Connections: Networking for the Big Picture
Networking in law school can feel awkward. You know it’s important, but reaching out to busy judges and lawyers, professors, or alumni can seem intimidating. If you’re shy or worry about …
My Judicial Externship Jumpstarted My Legal Career
Law school teaches the law, but real-world experience is where it all comes together. One of the best decisions I made was taking the Judicial Field Placement class over the summer, …
The 1L Elective I Didn’t Choose—But Came To Appreciate
When I submitted my First-Year Elective preferences, I ranked Adjudicative Criminal Procedure, Introduction to International Law, and Critical Race Theory as my top three choices. I was particularly interested in Adjudicative …
The Power of Passion: How Loyola Law Faculty Inspired My Path to Trial Work
As a law student, one of the best parts of my experience at Loyola Law School has been the incredible faculty. It’s not just that they know their stuff—they genuinely love …
If I Could Go Back, I’d Still Choose Loyola
Attending Loyola Law School has been one of the best decisions I’ve made. It’s not just the top-notch academics or the challenging coursework that make Loyola stand out—it’s the sense of …
How I Spent My Winter Break
This winter break was a bit of a rollercoaster for me. I had planned a relaxing vacation to Maui, eager to unwind after a long year. Little did I know, I …