Finding Love in the Law: What Makes Loyola Special
Law school is demanding, but it’s also an experience shaped by the effort you put in, the connections you make, and the way you share your journey. As I navigate my …
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Law School’s Secret Weapon: The Power of Peer Support
Law school is notorious for its rigor, and exam seasons can feel like an uphill battle. But one of the most important tools at your disposal isn’t a casebook or flashcards—it’s …
Piecing Together My Path: A Journey Through Law, Adventure, and Personal Growth
I’m Lia Shirvanian, a first-generation law student and a proud graduate of UCLA with a degree in Psychology. My journey to law school wasn’t a straight line, but rather a puzzle—one …
10 Things I Love About LLS
Dear Loyola law school, I love that our orientation featured a panel of upperclassmen who gave us advice, such as accessing the Barbri 1L Success Course and searching for our classes …
Study Groups As a Law School Must-Have
Rooted in the Jesuit tradition of Loyola Marymount University, Loyola Law School fosters a campus culture that sets it apart from other law schools. Rather than harden a law student into …
The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly: Fall Semester of 1L
During winter break, I reflected on my first semester as a law school student. Starting backwards, the ugly: Imposter Syndrome. After countless hours spent studying for the LSAT, drafting and editing …
In Law School, Nice Guys Always Finish Last?
Like many curious law school applicants, I couldn’t help but fall down the rabbit hole that is r/LawSchoolAdmissions. As I prepared to submit my applications, I scrolled through the subreddit, hoping …
Professors are Here to Help, Not to Embarrass
Before starting law school, I heard countless myths. I was told I would be burdened by debt, have no free time, and face an exceptionally competitive job market. But none …
A 0L Summer
To prepare for my first Civil Procedure class, I had to complete my Professor’s Intro Survey. To the question, “What is something that you love so much you will do it …