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Five Books for Law Students Studying the Intersection of Gender and the Law

For law students eager to expand their knowledge on nonbinary gender and the law, there are countless books in numerous genres, from historical and autobiographical accounts to graphic novels and poetry. While I could suggest hundreds of fascinating texts, the below list highlights five books specifically for law students, whether the goal is to educate oneself prior to enrolling in a class or to become a stronger advocate in this rapidly evolving area of law.

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Top 5 Do’s and Don’ts for Judicial Clerkship Applications

Most law students know clerkships are excellent platforms for launching a career in litigation. Clerkship opportunities exist in many practice areas, such a criminal law, bankruptcy, family law, and tax, among others, and at the state and federal levels. In addition to putting your best foot forward with error-free clerkship application materials, you should also tailor your documents to the clerkships for which you are applying.

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The Five Best Movies for Prospective Law Students

Movies and television have sparked people’s interest in becoming lawyers at least since the 1950s. For most people, their first and often only encounter with a lawyer or a courtroom comes from a movie that they watched. Many attorneys don’t want to admit it, but it was most likely a movie that inspired them to pursue law in the first place.

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The Ten Best Movies For Lawyers Based on Actual Cases

Every once in a while, a movie that follows a legal case based on a true story comes along and captures our imaginations. We follow the twists, turns, and emotions of the characters. When we then remember that the film is based on real events, these films take our breath away.

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