ABA Student Lawyer: "Why Your Undergrad Study Habits May Not Work in Law School"
From ABA Law Student Division's Student Lawyer , October 3, 2025: "Hey 1Ls. Feeling like you’re struggling already? You’re not alone....
Tommy Sangchompuphen
Oct 51 min read
ABA Student Lawyer: "An In-Depth Guide to Outlining in Law School"
From ABA Law Student Division's Student Lawyer , September 24, 2025: "When it comes to law school, nothing gets more eye rolls than the...
Tommy Sangchompuphen
Sep 241 min read
From Tennis to Pickleball: Why “Dinking” Wins Games (and Why It’s the Law School Mindset You Need)
When I grew up playing tennis, “dinking” wasn’t a compliment. It usually meant you hit a soft, defensive shot instead of going for a...
Tommy Sangchompuphen
Aug 133 min read
"Victory Belongs to the Most Tenacious": A Message for Every Law Student
This summer, I had the chance to visit Roland-Garros in Paris, the storied venue where the French Open tennis tournament is played each...
Tommy Sangchompuphen
Aug 112 min read
ABA Student Lawyer: "Academic Success and Bar Prep Professionals: Guiding You from 1L to Practice"
From ABA Law Student Division's Student Lawyer , July 14, 2025: One of the most overlooked—but most valuable—resources in your law school...
Tommy Sangchompuphen
Jul 131 min read
Reflections from My Journey Across Three Law Schools
This year marks significant milestones for three law schools that have shaped my journey as an educator. The Appalachian School of Law is...
Tommy Sangchompuphen
Oct 20, 20243 min read
Running Your Own Race: How Law School, Like a Marathon, Tests Your Private Preparation
Yesterday, I ran the Air Force Half Marathon . It was hot. Brutally hot. So hot, in fact, that the race was flagged at a severe level...
Tommy Sangchompuphen
Sep 22, 20243 min read
Finding Your Footing Your First Year of Law School
Last night, Dancing with the Stars kicked off its 33rd season with a premiere that gave us all the excitement we hoped for. From...
Tommy Sangchompuphen
Sep 18, 20242 min read
Go with the Flow: Using Flow Charts to Complement Your Studying
For visual learners, like me, incorporating flow charts into your studying can be a valuable addition to your exam preparation. Flow...
Tommy Sangchompuphen
Oct 21, 20201 min read
"Power Tools" in Bar Preparation
I have an atypical commute to work. Each week, I drive at least 600 miles. Sometimes, I drive twice that. As a result, I find myself in...
Tommy Sangchompuphen
Feb 27, 20206 min read