What should a student do during the first year of law school in regards to his/her career?
A first year law student should focus on the demands of the schoolwork and build a solid foundation of writing and communication skills. No matter your job, you will communicate through writing, and you should create a solid base on which to build and improve during your second year of studies. After your first year, consider an internship. Any work in a firm, even if it is not directly related to law, will help you learn how a firm operates. You might assist a paralegal or administrative assistant in the summer and be given some legal-related duties. Exposure to the legal profession is important. You might be able to work for a judge on a volunteer basis or through an internship.
