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The document discusses the film 'The Paper Chase' and its portrayal of the challenges faced by a first-year Harvard Law student, emphasizing the importance of preparation, discipline, and resilience in legal education. It outlines key lessons for law students, including the value of teamwork, effective time management, and mastering the Socratic method. The overall message encourages students to adapt and collaborate to navigate the complexities of their academic journey and future legal careers.

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The document discusses the film 'The Paper Chase' and its portrayal of the challenges faced by a first-year Harvard Law student, emphasizing the importance of preparation, discipline, and resilience in legal education. It outlines key lessons for law students, including the value of teamwork, effective time management, and mastering the Socratic method. The overall message encourages students to adapt and collaborate to navigate the complexities of their academic journey and future legal careers.

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Legal Reseach and Writing

GROUP 3
Meet Our Team

Marilen Grace Reynaldo Encoy Alvin Maan


Abejero Endozo Cabrera Gomez
MOVIE OVERVIEW
The Paper Chase is a renowned 1973
American drama film directed by James
Bridges and adapted from John Jay Osborn
Jr.’s semi-autobiographical 1970 novel. The
movie delves into the trials of legal education
and the intricacies of personal relationships,
chronicling the journey of a first-year Harvard
Law student as he grapples with intense
academic demands and a challenging
personal life
PLOT SUMMARY:
The narrative follows James T. Hart, an ambitious and
idealistic student captivated by the brilliance and
intensity of his contract professor, Charles W.
Kingsfield Jr. Kingsfield’s commanding
presence and rigorous use of the
Socratic method become
the cornerstone of Hart’s
challenging academic
experience.
PLOT SUMMARY
Hart also begins a romantic relationship with Susan
Fields, unaware at first that she is Kingsfield’s
daughter. This unexpected connection adds a deeply
personal dimension to Hart’s struggles. Along the
way, he teams up with a group of fellow students to
form a study group, helping them collectively endure
the law school’s demanding workload.
Topic
What lessons did Paper
Chase teach you as a
law students?

What study measures or


steps will you adopt to
enhance your study of
the law?
San Pablo College - Law School

Learnings as a Law Student


Valuing
Preparation

Importance of
discipline, organization
and effective time
management

Coping with Stress


and Pressure
The Power of Team Work
Need for resilience, encouraging
Study groups foster mutual learning,
students to develop strategies for
offering students the opportunity to share
managing stress and maintaining
perspectives, clarify complex legal
focus under pressure
concepts, and enhance their understanding
San Pablo College - Law School

Learnings as a Law Student


Mastering the
Socratic
Method
Sharpen students’ ability
to analyze, reason and
construct well-defended
arguments

The Importance of
Persistence
Balancing Academics and
Significance of Personal Life
perseverence and
adaptability Achieving work-study-life balance
San Pablo College - Law School

Learnings as a Law Student

The Force of Determination

Success is often achieved


by those who stay
committed, adapt to
onstacles, and persist in
the face of adversity
Key Takeaways and
Practices
P-Preparation
A-Active Participation
P-Perseverance and Resilience
E-Effective Time Management
R-Read
SAN PABLO COLLEGES - LAW SCHOOL

PREPARATION
As law students, we undertand the
importance of being prepared for class, but
beyond that, we must also be ready to tackle
the overall demands of law school and the
various challenges that will arise along the
way.
ACTIVE
PARTICIPATION

As law students, actively engaging in


class discussions, particularly through
the Socratic method, is crucial for
sharpening our critical thinking skills
and deepening our understanding of
legal concepts

The law must be enforced


fairly and firmly.
SAN PABLO COLLEGE - LAW SCHOOL

PERSEVERANCE AND
RESILIENCE
The rigorous workload, high expectations, and
intense pressure can be overwhelming for us law
students. However, perseverance allows us to stay
focused and continue pushing forward, even when
faced with challenges. Resilience helps us bounce
back from setbacks, maintain a positive attitude,
and adapt to the demanding environment of the
legal education.
SAN PABLO COLLEGE - LAW SCHOOL

EFFECTIVE TIME MANAGEMENT

As law students, it’s crucial to manage our time effectively while balancing both academic
responsibilities and personal life. We lead diverse lives, with many balancing personal responsibilities
such as marriage, raising children, or working part-time or full-time jobs. Additionally, we may face
unique challenges, including financial pressures, family obligations, or personal struggles, all while
navigating the demanding academic environment of law school. Thus, proper time management
ensures us to stay on top of our studies without sacrificing well-being or relationships.
LASAN PABLO COLLEGE - LAW SCHOOL

READ
Consistent reading is vital for us
law students, as if not only
deepens our undestanding of the
law but also prepares us for
examinations, class discussions,
and practical legal scenarios. It
enhances our ability to interpret
statutes, case law, and legal
opinions with precision, a skill
that is essentials for effective
legal practice in the future.
The film highlights the importance of
adaptability, collaboration, and
resilience in navigating the
challenges of legal education. By
embracing these practices, as law
students, we can better prepare
ourselves for the complexities of our
academic journey and future legal
careers.
THANK YOU!

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