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Creation Date
2-2-2026
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Monday, February 2, 2026 - Thursday, February 5, 2026 | Eck Commons; Eck Hall of Law, Room 1140; and Biolchini Hall of Law, Room 3359
Throughout the week, we will partner with AccessLex® to offer programs on financial topics important to you as a law student. You will also have an opportunity to schedule individual financial coaching appointments with Accredited Financial Counselor (AFC®), Dr. Theresa Popp Braun. Review the full schedule of events and learn how you can earn scholarship drawing entries, Domer Dollars, and be eligible for prize drawings by participating! https://law.nd.edu/news-events/events/2026/02/02/6th-annual-financial-wellness-week/
Thursday, January 29 - Donuts and "Dough"
Drop by the Commons between 8:30-10:00am to grab a donut and check out the schedule of events for NDLS' 6th Annual Financial Wellness Week, February 2-5, 2026. Show proof that you've created your MAX account for a chance to spin the prize wheel!! Access https://askedna.accesslex.org/learn to create your free MAX account.
Monday, February 2 - Have You Ever? (RE)Train Your Brain for Smart Money Decisions!
The money decisions we make are informed by many inputs - including background, experience, and environment. This interactive session will unpack these inputs along with some psychological biases that impact almost every money decision we make. We can retrain our brains when it comes to money decisions. Come and learn how! Lunch Provided. Eck Hall of Law 1140.
Tuesday, February 3 - The Other Bar Prep: Budgeting, Credit, and Debt Management for the Bar
The costs associated with taking the bar exam can add up. And did you know that bar examiners may also review how you’ve handled financial obligations when evaluating your Character and Fitness to practice law in your state? This session will walk you through a credit and debt checklist that includes when and how to review credit scores and reports, options for funding the various components of studying for and taking the bar, and how to check Character and Fitness requirements for your jurisdiction. Lunch Provided. Eck Hall of Law 1140.
Wednesday, February 4 - Money and Your Career: Legal Salaries, Taxes and Benefits
This workshop provides a financial analysis of various legal professions and helps you understand the financial impact of your employment decision—including pay, benefits, taxation, cost of living and more. Co-Sponsored by CDO. Lunch provided. Eck Hall of Law 1140.
Thursday, February 5 - Five Habits of Financially Successful Lawyers and Final Prize Drawings
Making lifestyle choices with debt-to-income ratios in mind, keeping credit usage under control, building a cash cushion, and automatically investing a percentage of each paycheck are key habits legal professionals can develop to manage money and build wealth over time. This session will explore these habits and provide a financial dashboard you can use to track your progress. Cosponsored by SBA. Lunch provided. Eck Hall of Law 1140.
Monday, February 2 - Thursday, February 5 - 1:1 Financial Coaching
Sponsors:
AccessLex
Notre Dame Law School