Know that, unfortunately, first-year grades can have a big impact on where you end up after law school. As a result, make sure to work steadily during the first year.
Change your perspective. The reality is that you are competing with other very talented students in law school. "A" letter grades are not given out freely, and getting a "B" in a class in law school means you did very well.
Have a time management plan and follow it. Decide when you will complete assignments for the week and follow your plan.
Create a support network. Find a few people you really like in your section or class. Talk to them if you're stressed out. Also talk to your spouse or family about how you're feeling.
Make time for what is important to you while also realizing that during law school, particularly first year, you will have to work steadily. Spend time with family, friends and significant others.
Get practical experience, particularly in your second and third years, whether it's through an internship, class, part-time job or clinical program.
Remember the old saying, "In law school they scare you to death first year, work you to death second year and then bore you to death third year."