Schedule activities that are out of the ordinary. Block out time to complete your legal writing assignments. Schedule time for research, for writing, for proofreading, etc. Block off time to complete outlines for each course Block off time for practice exams. Students who leave review until the end of the semester are often overwhelmed by how much they need to learn.
Systematic review is key.
Systematic review will greatly improve your memory and may actually save time because you will be able to understand new material more readily, and your outlining and exam preparation will go much more smoothly. You may bristle at the thought of scheduling your life this way, but why not try it since the research2 shows that such schedules help contribute to law school success. At the very least, the schedule can discipline you and help you realize that while you have a lot to do, you can do it all. Also, make your family and friends aware of the increased demands placed on you. Let those who need to see your schedule do so because they'll know that you have planned personal time with them.