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Zoila Sanchez

About Zoila Sanchez

Zoila Sanchez joined the Bar Exam Toolbox as a Writer to help law students and graduates overcome challenges on their legal career journey.

During law school, she served as a Legal Clerk with the federal government at the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Office of Counsel to the Inspector General in Washington, DC. Currently, she works for a health and business law firm. She enjoys spending down time mentoring students sitting for the bar exam through the American Bar Association Council on Legal Education Opportunity program and taking it easy with her three poodles.

Ms. Sanchez holds a Bachelor of Arts degree from Stony Brook University, a Master of Public Health from the University of Arizona and Juris Doctor from Hofstra University.

When Your Job Hinges on Bar Results

March 8, 2023 By Zoila Sanchez Leave a Comment

When Your Job Hinges on Bar ResultsLanding a legal position is a big deal! As you know, there was a lot of behind the scenes work to get your foot in the door.

With the great responsibility comes great expectations like becoming licensed by a certain deadline. As part of the licensing process, you need to do your part to pass the bar exam. This is easier said than done because you really need an effective approach and consistent strategy to make it to the other side. Not only is the exam tough, but the added pressure to perform for a job can weigh heavily on you.

Here are some tips for dealing with the pressure from an employer to pass the bar: [Read more…] about When Your Job Hinges on Bar Results

Breaking Up During Bar Prep

March 1, 2023 By Zoila Sanchez Leave a Comment

Breaking up During Bar PrepA breakup can hit you hard. This can be true regardless of whether the breakup was your decision, mutual or if it blindsided you. Not to mention, it is pretty inconvenient for the studious bar taker. Consider the bright side of this major adjustment in your life when it comes to studying for the bar exam.

[Read more…] about Breaking Up During Bar Prep

Demystifying Anxious Bar Exam Thoughts

February 20, 2023 By Zoila Sanchez Leave a Comment

Demystifying Anxious Bar Exam ThoughtsWhen things get tough, it can be easy to doubt yourself and your abilities. When thoughts are filled with doubt, you may be more susceptible to caving in and believing you are not cut out for the bar. This is not true! Here are some examples of anxious thoughts that are also untrue!

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Bar Prep Like an Athlete

February 8, 2023 By Zoila Sanchez Leave a Comment

Bar Prep Like an AthleteThere is no shortage of inspiration when you look to top athletes. These athletes playing at the top of their game were once beginners. Now they are training daily and putting their all into the game. Regardless of the sport, there are great lessons to learn from these athletes consistently training to put their abilities to the test.

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Bar Study Tips for Students with ADHD

January 25, 2023 By Zoila Sanchez Leave a Comment

Bar Study Tips for Students with ADHDMastery of the bar exam material within a tight timeframe is a challenge. Sitting for hours on end, doing the work, and staying focused through it all can be especially challenging if you have difficulty with:

  • focusing on a task
  • giving your attention for a long block of time
  • keeping organized
  • tuning out
  • rushing
  • memorizing
  • remembering important instructions or facts
  • procrastination

[Read more…] about Bar Study Tips for Students with ADHD

Considerations When Taking Bar Exam Advice

January 18, 2023 By Zoila Sanchez Leave a Comment

Considerations When Taking Bar Exam AdviceWe have all sought advice from time to time especially in law school. The bar exam can be somewhat of uncharted territory. When you feel directionless and even desperate, you might ask anyone who will listen for help. For example, you may be seeking support for the following:

  • Creating a study schedule
  • Developing an outline
  • MBE question approach
  • MEE preparation
  • MPT strategies

Asking around for recommendations and tips on these topics can be beneficial. Hearing and seeing how someone organizes their day to study, and juggle work can really inspire your own schedule. Harvard Business Review has examined the issue of taking advice from others and points out that when we receive help from the “right people and in the right ways” it can lead to: [Read more…] about Considerations When Taking Bar Exam Advice

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