Legal Chutney (Formally Brown Girl Power)
🎙️ Hey everyone! I’m Jagdeep, a first generation attorney working in-house at a tech startup.
Welcome to the podcast that’s by us, for us. This space is dedicated to BIPOC law students, legal professionals, and anyone out here trying to thrive in spaces that weren’t built with us in mind.
Whether you’re grinding through law school, navigating the legal world, or just figuring life out you’re not alone. I’m here, along with my amazing guest speakers, to share real talk, hard-earned lessons, and the advice we wish we had.
New episodes drop every Tuesday. Let’s build, survive, and succeed together.
Legal Chutney (Formally Brown Girl Power)
Surviving Law School: The Big Picture
Join us on today’s episode as we sit down with Fairuz Abdullah, Deputy Director at UC College of the Law, San Francisco (formerly UC Hastings). Fairuz shares her invaluable insights on how to survive and thrive in law school—especially during your challenging 1L year.
We cover everything from:
- How to read your first case
- Managing cold calls
- Building effective study habits
- And tackling imposter syndrome
Whether you're heading into your first semester or already knee-deep in casebooks, this episode is packed with practical tips and honest advice you won’t want to miss.