“I’m starting law school in the fall. What should I read before I start?” At about this time each year, future 1Ls might ask a friend, relative, or lawyer whom they happen to know:, “What should I read to prepare for law school.” My co-author Barry Friedman (NYU) and I have three answers: one that may surprise you, one that we hope will amuse you, and one that is … well … a bit self-serving. (Yes, we’ve written a book to prep students for law school.) The last answer also comes with an offer…. First, the surprise. You don’t need to…
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