Legally Ponzaneli

Constitutional Chisme: Leonard v. PepsiCo, Inc.

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 Leonard v. PepsiCo, Inc.. When a Pepsi commercial jokingly advertised a Harrier Jet for 7 million Pepsi Points, college student John Leonard took the offer seriously and attempted to claim the military aircraft. What followed was a lawsuit that would become a cornerstone of contract law. 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 [https://linktr.ee/legallyponzaneli]

Sofia: Si Se Puede!

In this episode, we sit down with Sofia Coronado, a graduate of Brooklyn Law School whose legal journey began in Florida before taking her to New York for both undergraduate studies and law school. Sofia shares why she chose Brooklyn Law School, what inspired her to build her career in New York, and the experiences that shaped her path through law school and bar prep. Sofia also reflects on some unforgettable moments along the way, including witnessing a medical emergency during the bar exam and working in a clinic dedicated to helping wrongfully convicted individuals. Through thatwork, she saw a man regain his freedom after spending 33 years incarcerated for a crime he did not commit, a powerful reminder of why the legal profession matters. When it comes to the bar exam, Sofia's story is one of resilience. After increasing her score by 25 points on her second attempt, she came just four points short of passing. But she refuses to give up. Sofia knows she has what it takes, and she is determined to cross the finish line. The title of this episode, “Sí Se Puede,” comes from the well-known Spanish phrase meaning “Yes, it can be done.” It's a message of perseverance, hope, and determination, qualities Sofia embodies throughout her journey. Her story is a powerful reminder that setbacks do not define us; persistence, hard work, and believing in yourself can carry you forward. Use this link to follow us on social media, support the show, and always know when the next episode will be: https://linktr.ee/legallyponzaneli [https://linktr.ee/legallyponzaneli]  Use code PASSWITHPONZ to save an extra $100 off Kaplan Bar Prep and it stacks on top of current sales!

Constitutional Chisme: Carlill v. Carbolic Smoke Ball Co.

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’re covering Carlill v. Carbolic Smoke Ball Co., the famous contracts case that explores advertisements, enforceable promises, and when “sales talk” becomes legally binding. 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 [https://linktr.ee/legallyponzaneli]

Abigail: Concussion, Comebacks, & the Bar Exam

In this episode, Abigail shares her journey to law school after already having an entire career before deciding to pursue law. As a proud Latina woman, she opens up about what inspired her to make such a major life change and how her previous experiences ultimately led her to Chicago Kent College of Law. Abigail talks about the realities of law school, including balancing the pressure of academics, and overcoming unexpected setbacks during her journey.  Throughout the episode, Abigail gives incredible advice about trusting your own timeline, staying organized, leaning on community support, and not being afraid to pivot when life does not go according to plan. This episode is for anyone considering law school later in life, navigating the realities of legal education, preparing for the bar exam, or needing encouragement to keep going even when the journey feels overwhelming. Use code PASSWITHPONZ to save an extra $100 off Kaplan Bar Prep and it stacks on top of current sales! Use this link to follow us on social media, support the show, and always know when the next episode will be: https://linktr.ee/legallyponzaneli [https://linktr.ee/legallyponzaneli]

Glexdy: Motherhood, Law School & the Bar Exam

In this episode, Glexdy shares her journey from attending Temple University in Philadelphia to earning her law degree from Rutgers Law School in Camden while raising her daughter during law school. As a proud Dominican woman and first-generation law graduate, Glexdy opens up about the realities of balancing motherhood, law school, and bar prep. Her daughter, Jelani, was only three years old during law school and even got to experience parts of that journey alongside her mom, including walking the stage with her at graduation! Glexdy talks honestly about not passing the bar exam on her first attempt and what it was like finally passing the February bar exam after having to regroup and pivot. She shares powerful advice for bar retakers, emphasizing that if your bar prep is not working, you cannot be afraid to change strategies instead of continuing the same routine. This episode is for anyone navigating law school as a parent, preparing for the bar exam, retaking the bar, or needing encouragement to keep going even when the journey feels difficult. Use code PASSWITHPONZ to save an extra $100 off Kaplan Bar Prep and it stacks on top of current sales! Use this link to follow us on social media, support the show, and always know when the next episode will be: https://linktr.ee/legallyponzaneli [https://linktr.ee/legallyponzaneli]