Legally Ponzaneli

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  Alejandra: JD + Master’s at the Same Time! 16.09.2026 1ч 16мин

  In this episode Alejandra shares her journey from working and saving for two years before law school to becoming an immigration attorney in Washington State. As the child of immigrants, she opens up about starting her entire 1L year over Zoom during the pandemic and earning her JD and a master’s degree at the same time.Whether you’re considering law school, navigating law school during an unexpected season of life, balancing multiple goals, or simply need a reminder that your path doesn’t have to look like everyone else’s, Alejandra’s story is one you won’t want to miss.Follow us on social media, support the show, and never miss an episode: https://linktr.ee/legallyponzaneli
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  Constitutional Chisme: Strawbridge v. Curtiss 12.09.2026 27мин

  Constitutional Chisme is your weekly mini-episode where your host Stephanie and co-host Harleigh break down the cases you’re most likely to see in law school!This week, we are covering Strawbridge v. Curtiss (1806),trawbridge and other Massachusetts citizens sued Curtiss and a group of defendants who were mostly from Vermont. However, because at least one defendant was also from Massachusetts, the Supreme Court had to decide if federal courts could hear cases where parties on opposing sides shared state citizenship.Use code LEGALLYPONZ to get an additional $100 off whatever sale Kaplan Bar Prep is currently offering!Click the link to support the podcast and keep the chisme coming! Link: https://linktr.ee/legallyponzaneli
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  Abby: From Paralegal Studies to Law School 10.09.2026 1ч 13мин

  In this episode, Abby shares her journey from studying paralegal studies to becoming a law school graduate at the University of Toledo College of Law. Abby opens up about taking the LSAT three times, being rejected from law school, and refusing to let that rejection stop her from pursuing her goal. Abby also shares the importance of perseverance, community, and learning to make the most of the resources around you. Whether you're considering law school, preparing for the LSAT, navigating law school, or simply need a reminder that one rejection or setback doesn't define your journey.Follow us on social media, support the show, and never miss an episode: https://linktr.ee/legallyponzaneliKaplan Bar Prep Discount: Use code LEGALLYPONZ to save an additional $100 off Kaplan Bar Prep, and it stacks with current promotions and sales!
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  Ki’ev: Inside the NextGen Bar Exam 08.09.2026 59мин

  In this episode, Ki’ev gives us an inside look at what the Next Gen Bar Exam is like! She walks us through the program, shows us how it works, and gives us a look at what future test takers can expect.Whether you're a law student, preparing to take the Next Gen Bar Exam, or just curious about what the new bar exam prep looks like, this episode gives you a behind-the-scenes look at what to expect!Follow us on social media and never miss an episode: https://linktr.ee/legallyponzaneliKaplan Bar Prep Discount: Use code LEGALLYPONZ to save an additional $100 off Kaplan Bar Prep!
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  Constitutional Chisme: World-Wide Volkswagen Corp. v. Woodson 06.09.2026 34мин

  Constitutional Chisme is your weekly mini-episode where your host Stephanie and co-host Harleigh break down the cases you’re most likely to see in law school!This week, we are covering World-Wide Volkswagen Corp. v. Woodson. Can Oklahoma exercise personal jurisdiction over an out-of-state car retailer and distributor when the only connection to Oklahoma is that a car they sold in New York was involved in an accident there? We’re breaking down minimum contacts, purposeful availment, and why foreseeability alone isn’t enough to establish personal jurisdiction.Use code LEGALLYPONZ to get an additional $100 off whatever sale Kaplan Bar Prep is currently offering!Click the link to support the podcast and keep the chisme coming! Link: https://linktr.ee/legallyponzaneli
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  How I Passed the Bar Exam the Second Time 04.09.2026 31мин

  In this episode, I’m sharing what I changed for the July 2026 Bar Exam, from my MBE strategy and visual outlines to PMBR, MPTs, MEEs, and taking better care of myself during bar prep.If you’re a retaker, I hope this helps you figure out what worked for me and what might work for you. You’ve got this!PLUS, a special announcement: we’re doing ANOTHER Kaplan Bar Prep giveaway!Use code: LEGALLYPONZ to save an additional $100 off your Kaplan Bar Prep! (If the code doesn't work let us know so we can make sure it does!)
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  Constitutional Chisme: Peña-Rodriguez v. Colorado 28.08.2026 35мин

  Constitutional Chisme is your weekly mini-episode where your host Stephanie and co-host Harleigh break down the cases you’re most likely to see in law school!This week, we are covering Peña-Rodriguez v. Colorado: What happens when a juror’s racial bias influences the decision to convict? We’re breaking down the no-impeachment rule, and why the Supreme Court created a constitutional exception for racial bias in jury deliberations.Use code LEGALLYPONZ to get an additional $100 off whatever sale Kaplan Bar Prep is currently offering!Click the link to support the podcast and keep the chisme coming! Link: https://linktr.ee/legallyponzaneli
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  Alfonso: It’s Never Too Late to Go to Law School 27.08.2026 1ч 3мин

  In this episode, Alfonso shares his journey from serving in the Marines and working full-time to pursuing his dream of becoming an attorney. When his kids were starting college, he told them, “Let’s see who finishes first,” and eventually enrolled at the University of La Verne College of Law.We talk about going to law school later in life, balancing work and family, his social media, dealing with online negativity, and his journey as a bar exam retaker now taking the California Bar Exam for the third time.Whether you're a law student, a bar retaker, or chasing a goal of your own, this episode is a reminder that there's no timeline for success.Follow us on social media and never miss an episode: https://linktr.ee/legallyponzaneliKaplan Bar Prep Discount: Use code LEGALLYPONZ to save an additional $100 off Kaplan Bar Prep!#lawschool #barretaker #barprep #lawtok #lawyerpodcast
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  EPISODE 2: LSAT Accommodations, Fee Waivers & Documentation: What You Need to Know 25.08.2026 26мин

  Taking the LSAT? Before you register, make sure you understand LSAT accommodations, documentation requirements, fees, fee waivers, and the appeal process.In this episode of Legally Ponzanelli, Stephanie breaks down what prospective law students need to know about requesting accommodations, avoiding common documentation mistakes, reducing LSAT costs, and preparing for registration and test day.🔗 Find all of my discount codes, resources & links: https://linktr.ee/ponzanelish#lsat #lawschool #lsataccommodations #lawschooladmissions 
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  Constitutional Chisme: Tanner v. United States 21.08.2026 37мин

  Constitutional Chisme is your weekly mini-episode where your host Stephanie and co-host Harleigh break down the cases you’re most likely to see in law school!This week, we are covering Tanner v. United States (1987): What happens when jurors are drinking, using drugs, and literally falling asleep during trial? We’re breaking down FRE 606(b), the “outside influence” exception, and why the Supreme Court still upheld the verdict. Use code PASSWITHPONZ to get an additional $100 off whatever sale Kaplan Bar Prep is currently offering and 20% off all Kaplan Bar Prep Supplements!Click the link to support the podcast and keep the chisme coming! Link: https://linktr.ee/legallyponzaneli
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  EPISODE 1: What Is the LSAT? | LSAT Series 20.08.2026 20мин

  Thinking about taking the LSAT or applying to law school? Start here! ⚖️📚In Episode 1 of our LSAT series, we’re breaking down what the LSAT is, what is tested on the exam, and what you should know before you start studying.We’re also talking about LSAT prep resources and discount codes that can help you save money while preparing for the exam!Whether you’re just starting to think about law school or you already know you want to take the LSAT, this series is here to help you understand the process and know where to start.📚 In this episode:• What is the LSAT?• What is tested on the LSAT?• What does the LSAT look like?• Where should you start with LSAT prep?• Discount codes to help you save on LSAT resourcesMake sure to like, subscribe, and follow along with the series for more LSAT tips and information! Have an LSAT question you want us to cover? Drop it in the comments and let us know what we should talk about next!Use this link to find all out discount codes and website: https://linktr.ee/ponzanelish
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  The Bar Exam Was Cancelled?! Sylvia’s NextGen Bar Journey 18.08.2026 17мин

  We welcome back Sylvia! She’s back to share her journey as a bar exam retaker, how she’s feeling this time around, what’s different, and how she’s staying confident as she prepares to (hopefully!) sit the Washington State Bar Exam this September.Unfortunately, Sylvia was one of the hundreds of future attorneys affected by the unexpected delay of the NextGen Bar Exam that was scheduled to be administered in July.Use the link below to find our free resources, discount codes, law merch, and more!Linktree: https://linktr.ee/legallyponzaneli
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  Meet Paulette: Criminal Defense & White Collar Attorney 04.08.2026 59мин

  In this episode, Attorney Paulette shares her journey from being a first-generation law student at Suffolk University Law School to opening her own criminal defense law firm. We discuss moving to Boston without knowing anyone, working throughout law school to make ends meet, the importance of networking, and how failing the bar exam ultimately led her to the career she was meant to have.Paulette also breaks down the differences between criminal defense and white-collar law, shares why she changed her career path from prosecution to defense.Whether you're studying for the bar exam, interested in criminal defense, or simply looking for encouragement on your own journey, this episode is full of inspiration!Follow us on social media, support the show, and never miss an episode: https://linktr.ee/legallyponzaneliKaplan Bar Prep Discount: Use code PASSWITHPONZ to save an additional $100 off Kaplan Bar Prep, and it stacks with current promotions and sales!
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  What the F Happened? The Washington Bar Exam Victim tells all. 31.07.2026 52мин

  In this bonus episode, Ki'Ev, a graduate of Howard University School of Law, joins me to share what it was like (attempting to take) taking the July 2026 Washington Bar Exam and the chaos that unfolded when everything went wrong.We also discuss the emotional toll this experience has had on applicants whose futures were suddenly thrown into uncertainty, what happens next for the hundreds of examinees affected, and why so many are calling for accountability.This episode is a firsthand account of a moment that will likely be remembered in bar exam history. We talk about the future of the NextGen Bar Exam, what this means for aspiring attorneys, and why the voices of those impacted deserve to be heard.Follow us on social media, support the show, and never miss an episode: https://linktr.ee/legallyponzaneliKaplan Bar Prep Discount: Use code PASSWITHPONZ to save an additional $100 off Kaplan Bar Prep, and it stacks with current promotions and sales!
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  Annie: Law School Besties Turned Law Firm Owners! 31.07.2026 44мин

  In this episode, Annie Ho shares her journey from practicing law for five years to co-founding Texas Law Gals, a women-owned personal injury law firm in Houston, Texas, with her law school best friend. We discuss the importance of branding, how they came up with the firm's name, and what it's like owning your own law firm!Annie also breaks down how personal injury law works, including why clients don't need money upfront to hire an attorney, and shares how she uses TikTok to make legal concepts easy to understand.Whether you're interested in personal injury law, entrepreneurship, or legal careers, this episode is full of practical advice and inspiration.Follow us on social media, support the show, and never miss an episode: https://linktr.ee/legallyponzaneliKaplan Bar Prep Discount: Use code PASSWITHPONZ to save an additional $100 off Kaplan Bar Prep, and it stacks with current promotions and sales!
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  Legally Harleigh Takes Over: Bar Exam Eve for Stephanie 27.07.2026 57мин

  In this episode, the tables are turned as Harleigh interviews Stephanie just 48 hours before she retakes the Arkansas Bar Exam. Stephanie opens up about what it feels like to prepare for the bar exam a second time, how this experience has been different from her first attempt, and the changes she's made in her study routine, mindset, and approach. She also shares the emotions, doubts, and determination she's carrying into exam day.Whether you're getting ready for the bar exam, preparing for a retake, or simply looking for an honest look at the realities of this journey, this episode is for you!Follow us on social media, support the show, and never miss an episode: https://linktr.ee/legallyponzaneliKaplan Bar Prep Discount: Use code PASSWITHPONZ to save an additional $100 off Kaplan Bar Prep, and it stacks with current promotions and sales!
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  Constitutional Chisme: Terry v. Ohio 23.07.2026 28мин

  Constitutional Chisme is your weekly mini-episode where your host Stephanie and co-host Harleigh break down the cases you’re most likely to see in law school!This week, we are covering the landmark case Terry v. Ohio. The case raised important questions about whether the Fourth Amendment allows a police officer to stop and briefly frisk a person for weapons without probable cause to arrest if the officer reasonably suspects the person is involved in criminal activity and may be armed and dangerous.Use code PASSWITHPONZ to get an additional $100 off whatever sale Kaplan Bar Prep is currently offering and 20% off all Kaplan Bar Prep Supplements!Click the link to support the podcast and keep the chisme coming! Link: https://linktr.ee/legallyponzaneli 
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  Constitutional Chisme: Berkemer v. McCarty 13.07.2026 22мин

  Constitutional Chisme is your weekly mini-episode where your host Stephanie and co-host Harleigh break down the cases you’re most likely to see in law school!This week, we are covering the landmark case Berkemer v. McCarty. The case raised important questions about the constitutional rights of individuals during police encounters and whether statements made during a routine traffic stop are admissible when a suspect has not been advised of their Miranda rights.Use code PASSWITHPONZ to get an additional $100 off whatever sale Kaplan Bar Prep is currently offering and 20% off all Kaplan Bar Prep Supplements!Click the link to support the podcast and keep the chisme coming! Link: https://linktr.ee/legallyponzaneli 
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  Constitutional Chisme: Miranda v. Arizona 09.07.2026 33мин

  Constitutional Chisme is your weekly mini-episode where your host Stephanie and co-host Harleigh break down the cases you’re most likely to see in law school!This week, we are covering the landmark case Miranda v. Arizona. The case raised important questions about the constitutional rights of individuals during police interrogations and whether statements made by a suspect in custody are admissible when the suspect was not informed of their Fifth Amendment right against self-incrimination and Sixth Amendment right to an attorney. The Supreme Court's decision established the  Miranda warnings, requiring law enforcement to advise individuals of their rights before conducting a custodial interrogation.Just a friendly reminder: nothing discussed on this podcast constitutes legal advice. We are not your lawyers!Use code PASSWITHPONZ to get an additional $100 off whatever sale Kaplan Bar Prep is currently offering.Click the link to support the podcast and keep the chisme coming! Link: https://linktr.ee/legallyponzaneli 
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  Maggie: Louisiana Bar Exam 05.07.2026 1ч 7мин

  In this episode, Maggie Maddox shares her experience preparing for and passing the Louisiana Bar Exam. We discuss what makes the Louisiana Bar Exam so different from every other state, from its civil law foundation based on the Napoleonic Code to its three nine-hour testing days spread across Monday, Wednesday, and Friday. Maggie shares the professors and mentors who helped prepare her for success, the mindset that carried her through the exam!Whether you're preparing for the bar exam, considering taking the Louisiana Bar, or simply curious about one of the country's most unique licensing exams, this is the episode for you! Follow us on social media, support the show, and never miss an episode: https://linktr.ee/legallyponzaneliKaplan Bar Prep Discount: Use code PASSWITHPONZ to save an additional $100 off Kaplan Bar Prep, and it stacks with current promotions and sales!