
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


Happy Constitution Day (and a Reminder about Recent SCOTUS Decisions on the Bar Exam)
Happy Constitution Day ! As we celebrate the U.S. Constitution’s role in shaping our government and laws, it’s a good time to remind bar...
Tommy Sangchompuphen
Sep 17, 20242 min read


Restroom Breaks Done Right (With a Nod to Buc-ee's)
For those unfamiliar with Buc-ee’s , it’s not just any gas station—it’s a Texas-based chain of massive convenience stores and travel...
Tommy Sangchompuphen
Sep 17, 20244 min read


Stones River National Battlefield: The 13th Amendment and Its Impact on Bar Exam Preparation
Recently, I visited the Stones River National Battlefield in Murfreesboro, Tennessee, where the Union’s victory in one of the bloodiest...
Tommy Sangchompuphen
Sep 15, 20242 min read


Friday the 13th and Legal Myths: Debunking Common Misconceptions
It's Friday, September 13, 2024. Friday the 13th has long been a symbol of superstition and fear, a day when many believe bad luck runs...
Tommy Sangchompuphen
Sep 13, 20244 min read

What's Your "Hype Song"? (Fall 2024 Edition)
In almost every course I teach, I ask students to identify their "hype song"—a song that gets them excited, motivated, and ready to...
Tommy Sangchompuphen
Sep 12, 20242 min read


National Chocolate Milkshake Day: Blending Your Way to Bar Exam Success
Today is National Chocolate Milkshake Day . Let’s talk about the perfect blend—not just in your favorite sweet treat, but in your bar...
Tommy Sangchompuphen
Sep 12, 20242 min read

The Legacy of James Earl Jones: Darth Vader Quotes and How They Prepare You for the Bar Exam
James Earl Jones , the iconic voice behind Darth Vader and Mufasa, passed away today at the age of 93. His powerful voice brought...
Tommy Sangchompuphen
Sep 10, 20244 min read

3 Lessons from Aryna Sabalenka’s U.S. Open Victory
Yesterday, Aryna Sabalenka captured her first U.S. Open women’s singles title , but it wasn’t just the win that inspired me—it was her...
Tommy Sangchompuphen
Sep 8, 20243 min read


Quick Tip: Presidential Pardon Power & The Nixon Pardon, 50 Years Later
As we reflect on this 50th anniversary of Nixon’s pardon, it’s clear that the presidential pardon power is one of the most far-reaching...
Tommy Sangchompuphen
Sep 8, 20241 min read