JD Advantage

If it looks like it's a blur, it's because it is. 3 years later, and through every high and low I made it to the end. Some ask how did you do it? What's the secret? Honestly, I could only tell you my story in hopes you learn something to create your own.  Join me for the season 2 finale of #HTGAWJD as I discuss the overall journey and leave my final thoughts on what it was like to get to this moment of becoming Phelan A. Simpkins, JD.  Be sure to like, comment, and subscribe to not miss anymore of #HTGAWJD. To be featured as a listener letter send your questions, comments, etc. to [email protected] and follow us on IG at @HTGAWJD.

Scholarships, loans, debt; oh my! If you are wondering how to start the processing of financing your JD, or like myself, at the end of the road and worried about paying back your debts, this episode is for you. Join us this week as we talk to Andrew Babitz, JD about making the smart decisions to save you on the back end when it comes to obtaining your JD. Grab your pen, paper, and calculator (gasp!) because we are here to help!  Be sure to like, comment, and subscribe to not miss anymore of #HTGAWJD. To be featured as a listener letter send your questions, comments, etc. to [email protected] and follow us on IG at @HTGAWJD.

We are kicking off the end of season 2 with some elite stuff, and by elite we mean HARVARD! Yes, that's right, join our conversation with Andrew Gonzales as we talk about his experience at the premiere law school, and his journey to the end of the road.   Be sure to like, comment, and subscribe to not miss anymore of #HTGAWJD. To be featured as a listener letter send your questions, comments, etc. to [email protected] and follow us on IG at @HTGAWJD.

Not everyone can afford to go to law school full-time. Whether it's because you have a family, need to keep your job, or simply life; there is an option for you. While not every school offers a part-time day or evening program, they do dome with their good, bad, and ugly. Join us this week with special guest Brooke Bishop, Esq. as we discuss her 4 year journey and what she wished she knew before making the leap.   Be sure to like, comment, and subscribe to not miss anymore of #HTGAWJD. To be featured as a listener letter send your questions, comments, etc. to [email protected] and follow us on IG at @HTGAWJD.

A JD is one of the most malleable degrees you can have, but how do you leverage it for opportunities? Most students don't know that there are many career paths open to you outside of the "traditional" legal job. Join us this week as we break apart the advantages having a JD and how to leverage your skills and passions to move up or around the ladder.    Be sure to like, comment, and subscribe to not miss anymore of #HTGAWJD. To be featured as a listener letter send your questions, comments, etc. to [email protected] and follow us on IG at @HTGAWJD.

A delay is not a denial, and boy oh boy will those denials come. With the pandemic in full swing things look different for students applying for jobs and now more than ever you need to stand out from the pack. Join us this week for tips on how to conquer OZI Season from the resume and cover letter to the interview screen. We got you!    Be sure to like, comment, and subscribe to not miss anymore of #HTGAWJD. To be featured as a listener letter send your questions, comments, etc. to [email protected] and follow us on IG at @HTGAWJD.

"The tea is hot on this one." Unlike Elle Woods, the one thing standing in our way is . . . our skin? There are many factors to consider in the journey to JD and Esquire, but how many people can say their skin is a barrier for success?    Be sure to like, comment, and subscribe to not miss anymore of #HTGAWJD. To be featured as a listener letter send your questions, comments, etc. to [email protected] and follow us on IG at @HTGAWJD.

Okay here it is. Your choice. Either learn from my mistakes or keep reinventing the wheel. Trust me, you don't want the latter. It's hard to put yourself out there and sometimes you don't know where to start. Let me help with some simple tips on how to find and nurture a mentee/mentor relationship.   Be sure to like, comment, and subscribe to not miss anymore of #HTGAWJD. To be featured as a listener letter send your questions, comments, etc. to [email protected] and follow us on IG at @HTGAWJD.

"I want the money, money and the cars, cars and the clothes. . .I just want to be successful," or whatever Trey Songz said. Whatever your reason is for going on this journey, success is measured in many different ways and comes in a variety of forms but what does it mean to be successful in the journey of law? From the LSAT to Law School and even to the Bar, join Professor Scales-Ferguson and I as we discuss some tips and tricks to put you on top.    Be sure to like, comment, and subscribe to not miss anymore of #HTGAWJD. To be featured as a listener letter send your questions, comments, etc. to [email protected].

It's the season premiere of HTGAWJD and in the words of J.Cole, "motivate, motivate (get money)." Jada has the red table, well I got this tan couch and I'm sitting down on this season premiere to get real about my journey to and in law school.   Be sure to like, comment, and subscribe to not miss anymore of #HTGAWJD. To be featured as a listener letter send your questions, comments, etc. to [email protected].