Introduction : trial by fire -- The parable of the overly zealous law student -- The joy of casebooks -- Making the most of class time -- The big picture and the importance of outlining -- Commercial outlines don't work (for the most part) -- Trusting your intuition and talking to professors -- How to ace exams -- The importance of 2L and 3L class selection -- Taking care of yourself : cultivating health, happiness, and a resilient mindset -- Employment : the light at the end of the tunnel -- [Appendices: practice briefings].