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Alex is currently a PhD candidate in politics at Princeton University, where he uses machine learning to study historical political speech. He has worked as an attorney at a large New York law firm, as a program officer for an international NGO, and as a bilingual elementary school teacher through Teach For America. At Princeton, he was a TA for six semesters, leading undergraduate sections in American politics, courts and comparative politics. He also provided extensive individual instruction and consulting on statistical analysis and programming to undergraduate students through Princeton’s statistical services office.
Alex is deeply committed to student success. He believes the tutor-student relationship should be collaborative and tailored to each individual, beginning by working together to identify the student’s specific goals and areas for improvement. His philosophy centers on structure with flexibility: having a clear plan but regularly reevaluating and adjusting as necessary. Alex strives to make each tutoring session both organized and productive, while fostering a laid-back and open environment where students can feel comfortable and supported.
Alex currently lives in the Philly area but is originally from Seattle. He is still a Seattle Mariners fan, which is typically a source of regret for him!
Alex is passionate about helping students achieve their law school goals and reach their fullest potential throughout the process. He understands the pivotal role the LSAT plays in this journey and finds working alongside students incredibly rewarding. Recognizing the value of having a guide through the rigorous LSAT prep process, he cherishes being able to support determined applicants to do their very best.
As an LSAT tutor, Alex is a phenomenal teacher, a perceptive coach, and an exuberant cheerleader. Having taught most of his life, he excels at taking complex subjects, stratifying them into different layers of understanding, and developing a strategy to allow students to understand each layer at a sensible pace. He gives students the tools they need to progress through each level, being adaptable to their individual needs along the way. His approach has helped students gain scores high enough to get into top law schools, including Yale University, Harvard University, the University of Chicago, Columbia University, NYU Law, Northwestern University, and UCLA.
Alex cares for each student’s success and ensures he supports them throughout the application process. He empathizes with students if they ever feel discouraged and proudly cheers them on through their highs and lows. For him, it’s unbelievably gratifying to watch hours of hard work transform into tangible improvement. If you’re eager to start improving your LSAT score, he is twice as eager to help!
When Alex isn’t tutoring, you can find him playing with his kids, practicing the languages he can speak, learning piano, going to concerts, and watching football.
Having gained acceptance to several T14 schools herself, including NYU, Penn Carey, Duke, UVA, Georgetown, UChicago, Columbia, and Northwestern, Alice possesses a unique understanding of how to stand out in the admissions process.
Professionally, Alica is interested in international/comparative law and public interest, but she also has an impressive background in research and teaching. During her time at Rutgers, she was a course instructor, learning assistant, and research assistant. She also interned at the Bureau of Intelligence and Research for the US Department of State and has received several awards for her work in both English and French. These experiences have honed her analytical and writing skills, making her a more effective admissions coach.
Alice views getting into law school as a significant life milestone and finds great joy in helping students reach that goal. She loves getting to know her students as they work together on their application materials. Her coaching approach starts with assisting students in selecting the perfect schools and guiding them through the decision-making process to ensure a balanced mix of reach and safety schools, understanding that safety schools can offer scholarships that students can later use to negotiate financial aid. She then helps create a detailed to-do list, leveraging her deep familiarity with the law school application process to ensure everything is completed on time.
By setting clear and attainable goals, Alice ensures students stay organized through the complex application process. She is also particularly skilled at helping students with their essays, ensuring they clearly articulate why they want to dedicate three years of their lives to studying law. By the end of her coaching, students’ applications are not only complete but as strong as they can be!
Outside of coaching, Alice enjoys reading, watching movies, hiking, and baking; she’s happy to swap recipes at any time. She’s also recently gotten into climbing, so if anyone has any tips on how to break into V4s, she’s all ears!
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Allison graduated with a Bachelor's in history and double minors in philosophy and theology. She received the Gold Key for History for having the highest GPA in her major and for her double thesis presentation. During her time at St. John’s, Allison was heavily involved in student life. She was a part of three active honor societies on campus and served as the treasurer of the Philosophy Club. Although she received multiple law school acceptances, she chose to pursue her passion for teaching, earning a Master's in Special Education from Touro University. She now works in the NYC Public School System, supporting children and young adults with special needs, and has gained valuable experience working with diverse learning styles.
Specializing in test preparation, Allison enjoys helping students secure competitive LSAT scores to gain admission to their top colleges and earn full-ride scholarships. Her strengths as a tutor come from her extensive experience working with students of all ages and varying learning styles. Her comprehensive background in education equips her with the skills to tailor her teaching methods to meet each student's unique needs. She is adept at identifying individual learning strengths and weaknesses and adjusting her approach accordingly, ensuring that every student can grasp the test material effectively.
In her free time, Allison enjoys writing music and playing instruments. She plays the 12 string guitar, six string guitar, piano, mandolin, banjo, and ukulele!
Andrew is passionate about demystifying the LSAT for students, breaking down the test into manageable sections, and instilling in them the belief that a high score is achievable. Throughout his tutoring career, he has successfully helped students improve their LSAT scores, guiding them toward their dream of attending prestigious law schools. He is currently based in the metropolitan area of New York City, where he continues to share his knowledge and passion for the LSAT with numerous students, including those from underserved backgrounds and those with learning differences.
As a tutor, Andrew excels at sharing his expertise in a way that is easily understandable and relatable for students. He is skilled at helping them understand the nuances of the LSAT and navigating them through its complexities. He has a particular interest in tutoring Reading Comprehension, an area where he has seen students make significant improvements. Andrew looks forward to helping more Juris students achieve their full potential and reach their law school goals.
In addition to his passion for LSAT tutoring, Andrew is a huge college football fan and will often spend his entire Saturdays immersed in watching games.
Anne was the only associate in her class to be offered a position at an elite department of an Am Law 50 firm at that time of year. Since graduating, she has worked as a judicial law clerk specializing in federal equal employment law, a Spanish-to-English translating attorney, a large firm associate and project lead representing global corporate and nonprofit clients, and a holistic health and wellness attorney. In her pro bono service, she has worked with individuals reentering the workforce after incarceration, as well as contributed to legal training manuals for incarcerated populations.
Anne is passionate about providing pre-law students with the knowledge and strategies they need to excel. She helps students expand their perspectives, uncover new ways to enhance their performance, and unlock their full potential. Under her guidance, students have seen remarkable score increases—some gaining six points in just two weeks, others improving by 9–22 percentile points over two to four months. Multiple students who have worked with Anne have achieved 99th percentile scores on test day, scoring as high as 177 on the LSAT. Committed to student success, Anne ensures they start their legal careers on the right path with a higher LSAT score.
With her diverse experience and skillset, balancing both logical and creative aspects of life, Anne excels at helping students improve their scores regardless of their starting point. She offers tools and strategies that enhance students' overall academic performance and other areas of their lives. She strongly believes in empowering students not only through her guidance but also the innate magic, as she calls it, of their own minds and bodies.
In addition to practicing law and helping students, Anne has experience as a yoga teacher and has managed a cat café and thrift store. She also plays the ukulele and is double-jointed!
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Ashari is passionate about coaching applicants because she enjoys helping them gain the upper hand in the law school process, something she felt she did not have as a first-generation student. Now, she’s dedicated to providing counseling to students to make the process less overwhelming and more manageable.
As a coach, Ashari’s greatest strength is her own unconventional background. She wasn't the typical law school applicant and brings this unique perspective to her coaching, understanding that each student’s journey is different and there is no one-size-fits-all approach. Her coaching philosophy emphasizes listening first and advising second. She believes that by truly understanding each student's interests, ambitions, and goals, she can help them build strong, personalized applications that resonate with their narrative.
In her free time, Ashari enjoys cooking and experimenting with new cuisines.
Ashley graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in English language and literature in just three years, earning the prestigious Bellarmine Medal as the valedictorian of her class. After graduating from Georgetown Law, she has been practicing as a Construction Litigation Attorney, currently serving as a 6th Year Associate at Smith Currie Oles law firm.
Ashley has always been dedicated to supporting others academically, whether it be tutoring, editing papers, reviewing resumes, or helping with applications. She believes in the importance of helping individuals navigate challenging or uncharted territories. Recognizing the complexity of the law school application process, Ashley took on the role of a coach to provide a reliable resource for applicants seeking answers, guidance, and support. Her goal is to empower applicants to succeed in finding a law school that aligns with their goals and values.
As a coach, Ashley's strengths include time management and helping students create schedules that are reasonable yet focused on achieving their goals. As an English major, she is also an excellent writer and editor. She expertly assists students in deconstructing essay topics, offering guidance on content selection and structuring, and refining their writing through thorough revisions. She ensures students can transform their initial drafts into polished pieces they are proud to put their names on.
In addition to her impressive record, Ashley’s dedication and expertise in construction litigation have earned her quite the reputation, including being named among the "Ones to Watch" in Construction Litigation by Best Lawyers in America from 2022 to 2024.
Before pursuing his JD from the University of Toronto, Ben completed his Bachelor of Fine Arts in film and television at the Savannah College of Art and Design. With eight years of tutoring experience in academic and creative writing, as well as LSAT prep,. He has helped students improve their scores by up to 17 points. Ben further sharpened his attention to detail and critical thinking skills while serving as an Associate Editor for the University of Toronto Faculty of Law Review and as a research assistant.
Ben's LSAT journey, culminating in an impressive score of 179, involved a year-long commitment to rigorous practice and meticulous journaling to track mistakes, strategies, and thought processes. Leveraging this experience, he is dedicated to identifying and amplifying student strengths, addressing areas of weakness, and demystifying the learning process. With a diverse background in writing, producing short films, and award-winning photography, Ben's unconventional thinking enables him to offer students unique strategies and methods to excel on the LSAT.
Having spent nearly a decade refining both academic and creative writing for clarity of message, Ben possesses a deep understanding of a crucial skill for LSAT success—identifying and evaluating author perspectives. He firmly believes that cultivating robust reading habits is essential for mastering the test, and he excels at helping students dissect and simplify LSAT language as a foundational step in their preparation.
A significant aspect of his approach involves demonstrating to students that beneath nearly every LSAT question lies a similar structure with slight variations. He then assists students in recognizing their strengths and addressing any weaknesses to achieve optimal results.
In his free time, Ben loves rock climbing. He is also a political buff and history nerd. His idea of a good time is watching (or making) pretentious films and TV and playing "Model Model UN" (creating fictional countries and simulating their diplomacy with others).
While at Kenyon College, Ben was a computer science teaching assistant, honing his pedagogical skills and developing a keen understanding of how to effectively guide students. He was the recipient of the George Gund Award for his excellence in an essay examining the American constitutional republic and the John Chesnut Memorial Prize for Political Science, awarded to the student who demonstrated the most excellent work in political science. He also represented his college as a New York Times Athens Democracy Forum delegate.
Passionate about guiding individuals towards academic excellence, Ben believes in the importance of strategizing and personalizing the learning process to suit each student's unique needs and strengths. He particularly excels in tutoring the Logical Reasoning and Reading Comprehension sections—two key areas of the LSAT that are set to become increasingly challenging. With his knowledge, experience, and dedication, Ben is excited to support Juris students in realizing their full potential and achieving their academic goals.
A fun fact about Ben is that he loves raccoons! He also played college baseball and enjoys Rubik’s Cubes.
Brandon leverages his deep academic expertise in mathematics, history, statistics, literature, and philosophy to connect with students from diverse backgrounds. His extensive study of these disciplines has equipped him with a bird’s eye perspective on critical thinking, a key skill for excelling on the LSAT. Passionate about formal logic, engaging discussion, and debate, Brandon has always valued the strength of well-crafted arguments—something he is eager to instill in the students he works with.
As a tutor, Brandon is talented at breaking down complex concepts using the perfect simplification, metaphor, or thought experiment. He understands that knowledge is often domain-specific, so he adapts his explanations to fit contexts familiar to the student, enhancing their understanding.
With a perfect score in Logical Reasoning, he excels at teaching this section. He believes that the first task is identifying the right answer, and the second is convincing the student of it. He reminds students that the LSAT is all about arguments, and teaching it is all about persuasively conveying those ideas to students. His approach has consistently helped students achieve scores of 170 and above.
In his free time, Brandon enjoys studying classical languages and sharpening his chess game.
Calandra’s expertise comes from years of experience in many legal settings, including clerking for the Chief Justice of the Georgia Supreme Court, practicing at a large law firm in Washington, D.C., and a boutique employment law firm in Atlanta before entering the public sector.
As a coach, Calandra's primary goal is to assist students in getting into the best law schools. However, she seeks to accomplish much more for them, given that law school is one of the most significant commitments anyone can make. Calandra seeks to empower students to achieve success, happiness, and fulfillment in the increasingly competitive and ever-changing field of law. She believes that achieving these goals need not be a process of trial and error. Instead, Calandra helps students identify and articulate their personal and professional goals before strategizing to select the law schools that best align with those goals.
Calandra’s passion for consulting is deeply rooted in her own career journey, including her admissions success and her struggles to find career satisfaction in the early stages of her profession. She believes her experience demonstrates the impact of well-thought-out applications and individualized career planning. Drawing on the lessons she’s learned, Calandra is driven to support students in reaching their goals while helping them avoid the common pitfalls that new lawyers often face.
Aside from her passion for law and guiding students, Calandra loves cats and Home Depot, and she'll be the first to admit she might be a bit obsessed with both!
Drawing on his own impressive performance, a 179, Carlos empowers students with the strategies and mindset needed for success. Students he works with see an average LSAT score increase of 15-20 points, with some even achieving a perfect 180. Multiple law graduates Carlos has provided bar tutoring to have scored high enough on the UBE to pass in every US jurisdiction.
Beyond tutoring, Carlos has a diverse legal background, including roles as a prosecutor, corporate counsel, legal officer, and chief legal officer across various organizations. After graduating with a JD, he attended the CUNY Graduate Center, earning a certificate in immigration law. Additionally, he has served as a managing partner at several firms and trained over 100 associate attorneys throughout his career. Carlos has worked extensively in education and, ultimately, served as a judge presiding over both criminal and civil cases.
Drawing from his real-world legal experience, Carlos brings the energy and rigor of a law school classroom to every tutoring session. His distinct, scenario-based teaching style not only sharpens students’ critical thinking but also helps them connect abstract concepts to practical application. Known for his approachable demeanor and goal-oriented mindset, Carlos creates a supportive yet focused environment where students consistently see significant score improvements. His analytical approach ensures that every strategy is grounded in logic and tailored to each student's progress.
A fun fact about Carlos is that he is trilingual! He speaks English, Spanish, and French.
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Chris has a strong background in cultural understanding, interpretation, performing arts, and community development, which he uses to create an interesting and engaging learning experience for students. He is passionate about education and development. Throughout his career, he has helped students ace their LSAT exams, particularly in the Logical Reasoning section, and gain admission to top law schools. He draws on his diverse professional background and skills to ensure learning is fun and engaging for each student. He also draws on the personal strategies he used to excel on the LSAT, ensuring students perform to their maximum potential.
As a tutor, Chris excels at understanding students' backgrounds and mindsets to create the most accommodating experience possible. He uses his interpreting experience to show students how to translate the complex content of the LSAT with fluency and his performing experience to keep things interesting. Chris is excited to help Juris students realize their full potential and achieve their career goals.
A fun fact about Chris is he engaged in street performances while studying abroad in South Korea, Australia, South Africa, and Spain during his undergraduate studies. He also speaks advanced Mandarin, conversational Sign Language, and fluent Spanish.
While at NYU, Christina was recognized for her achievements as a Presidential Honors Scholar and Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholar. As a lawyer, Christina believes in due process and that everyone should have access to justice. Prior to attending law school, she served in the Pro Bono department at Safe Passage Project, recruiting and supporting volunteer interpreters and over 400 pro bono attorneys to help unaccompanied minors secure permanent legal relief.
Christina’s passion for coaching began when she started informally coaching several friends and law students through the application process. She thoroughly enjoys helping students draft and edit compelling personal statements, build strong resumes and addenda, and write excellent diversity statements. She has helped students prepare for their law school interviews and secure thousands of dollars in scholarships through scholarship negotiation with schools and by applying to outside scholarship opportunities.
As a coach, Christina’s greatest strength is thinking outside of the box to help candidates build a strong profile for law school. She is a major advocate for informal networking and believes it is not only a key part of the law school admissions process but is also excellent for career development later on. Additionally, Christina excels at helping students find ways to increase face time with law schools, obtain fee waivers, and draft letters of continued interest to help them stand out from other candidates.
Throughout his career, Christopher's research and scholarly work has been recognized by prominent organizations such as the American Bar Foundation and the Association for the Study of Higher Education. His scholarship explores critical race theory, access and equity within higher education, and the philosophical assumptions within legal education. More pointedly, he studies the framework and incentive structures within higher education’s environments to identify factors contributing to inequality in our nation’s colleges and universities. His research on these topics spans several legal topics, including constitutional and tort law, education law and policy, and ethics. He primarily uses an empirical design incorporating critical lenses, statistical analysis, and qualitative methodologies.
Christopher’s work has been published or is forthcoming in several law review and peer-review journals. His most recent work has appeared in the Washington and Lee Law Review, the University of Colorado Law Review, the Journal of College Student Development, and Education Sciences, among other outlets. Before joining Maryland Carey Law, Christopher taught at the University of Iowa College of Law through its Iowa Law Faculty Fellowship and at the University of Virginia. He teaches in the areas of tort: administrative law, education law, including higher education, and race and the law.
As a coach, Christopher is driven by his passion for leveling the playing field in the legal education sphere. He believes that every potential law student deserves access to quality guidance and coaching, regardless of their background. With years of experience in the field, Christopher has a deep understanding of the law school admissions process and is committed to breaking it down into manageable steps for students.
Christopher excels at helping students identify their strengths and areas for improvement. He believes that with the right guidance, every student can present their best selves to their desired law schools. Christopher’s approach to coaching is grounded in his belief in every student's potential, and he is excited to help Juris students realize their dreams of a legal career. Students he has coached have been accepted at several top-tier schools, including the University of Virginia, Columbia University, and New York University.
In his free time, Christopher loves to play tennis and the piano.
Professionally, Corey has held several prestigious positions, including externing at the Kings County District Attorney’s Office, interning at the United States Federal District Courthouse Clerk’s Office, and serving as an assistant negotiator on the National Broadcast L'Oréal team. She specializes in investigations, with a focus on complex commercial litigation.
Corey understands that the law school application process can be daunting for students and is passionate about making it as easy and manageable as possible. Her coaching approach involves guiding students through every step of the journey—from selecting school lists to finalizing applications. Her goal is to ensure the process is stress-free and tailored to each student's needs.
As a coach, Corey excels at identifying students' strengths and breaking down the application process into manageable steps. She is adept at guiding applicants to submit competitive, thorough applications, helping them realize their full potential.
In her spare time, Corey chases after her two toddlers, reads the latest Emily Henry book, or binge-watches the Great British Baking Show.
Corie graduated with a Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of California, Berkeley, where she graduated cum laude and was honored with the H. Hill Award in English Literature, one of the Berkeley English department’s highest honors. She received her law degree from the University of California, Los Angeles, where she served as an Editor of the Entertainment Law Review and also completed the school’s prestigious entertainment law program. As a law student, Corie was recognized twice for academic excellence as a Teaching Fellow, once in constitutional law and once in contracts. She began publishing academic research while still a student at UCLA, where a paper that she co-authored with a faculty member served as a springboard for her academic career.
After graduating, Corie began her extensive legal education journey. As Professor of Academic Theory and a Lecturer in Law, she first taught at Arizona State University’s Sandra Day O’Connor College of Law before becoming a Legal Writing Professor at the University of Colorado’s Wolf Law School. As a professor, Corie’s passion has always been supporting law students to be the very best scholars and test-takers they can be. She has designed and taught courses focused on legal writing and analysis, as well as cross-disciplinary courses that integrated topics in property, constitutional law, and contracts. Her goal has always been bringing out the very best in students by developing a warm and supportive relationship while pushing them to realize peak performance. Her success in supporting students has helped some of them move from the bottom of the class to the very top. She knows precisely how powerful the right support at the right time can be, and she brings that expertise to each counseling session.
As an author, Corie has published numerous major academic articles, two books, several shorter works of fiction, and has contributed to anthologies and textbooks. Her writing has also been featured on NPR and nominated for the National Book Award and Katherine Anne Porter Prize for Fiction. She brings her profound understanding of and belief in the power of narrative to her work in admissions consulting. She knows that there is almost nothing more powerful than a good story, well told, and she applies that understanding to the application process. Corie uses her narrative mastery to support students ready to develop and deepen their personal stories in the service of their admissions materials.
Corie’s experience in working with students, especially in supporting them as writers and legal thinkers, gained her national, and in some cases, international recognition. She has published dozens of academic papers, spoken at conferences in many places in the United States and Europe, and even taught American legal writing as an invited exchange faculty member at the Université Paris Descartes. She has also served as faculty for the prestigious pre-law program run by the Council for Legal Education Opportunity (CLEO), a program focused on helping non-traditional and first-generation law students achieve their very best as first-year law students in law schools all around the country.
As a coach, Corie combines her in-depth knowledge of the admissions process with a strong commitment to helping students reach their full potential. She understands what it takes to stand out in a highly competitive admissions environment. While serving on the admissions committee at Wolf Law, she reviewed more than 1,000 applications, evaluating personal statements, writing samples, and overall profiles before making recommendations to the deans. Corie knows how to ask thoughtful, strategic questions to help applicants uncover their strengths, and she builds a supportive, collaborative relationship that encourages students to present their most compelling and authentic selves.
Crystal’s professional journey is equally impressive. She has interned for the Town of Hempstead Government, clerked for Bornstein & Emanuel, P.C., and worked as an associate at Rosenthal, Attorneys at Law, P.C. Currently, she holds a position as an associate at Robertson, Anschutz, Schneid, Crane & Partners, PLLC, where she continues to hone her legal expertise. When Crystal graduated from law school, she started working at a law firm that handles estate planning and real estate contracts. While working full-time, she passed the UBE for New York and the MPRE on her first attempt.
As a tutor, Crystal is known for her personalized approach and dedication to students. She listens carefully to their needs and tailors her guidance to ensure they feel confident and well-prepared. Specializing in both UBE and MPE exam prep, Crystal aims to guide students to success on their first try. She prioritizes thorough practice and review, ensuring that every student feels equipped to tackle their exam with confidence.
In her free time, Crystal enjoys parasailing and watching basketball.
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Passionate about educational access, Daniel has worked as an admissions consultant for several years. He has helped students gain admission to prestigious legal institutions, including Harvard, Yale, Columbia, Georgetown, USC, UCLA, and UC Berkeley. He remains committed to leveling the playing field in high education admissions by providing high-quality resources to students from all backgrounds.
Throughout his career as a lawyer, Daniel has cultivated expertise in high-stakes litigation, particularly in catastrophic injury and wrongful death claims. He develops strategic approaches to challenge lifetime care costs and lost earnings while effectively contesting claimed injuries with medical experts. Daniel is involved in litigation and business law in all aspects of claims handling and litigation. His experience includes preparing cases for filing, drafting pleadings, motions, and briefs, and participating in trials, arbitrations, and mediations.
Daniel's professional experience extends beyond traditional legal practice. As a Policy Advisor for the US Congress Joint Economic Committee, he developed comprehensive reports and issue briefs that enabled Congressional Democrats and Republicans to effectively communicate complex economic topics. His ability to translate specialized knowledge into accessible content showcases his exceptional communication skills and nuanced understanding of both policy and law. His approach to law is characterized by a commitment to justice, accessibility, and community engagement, making him a valuable advocate for his clients and causes.
Daniel's commitment to community engagement is reflected in his past leadership roles, including International Tribunals and the Committee on the Elimination of Racial Discrimination within the United Nations. His civic engagement reached new heights when he ran for City Council and Mayor of Arcadia, managing a substantial campaign budget and seeking endorsements from numerous community organizations. As a coach, Daniel’s structured approach helps students stay organized and on track throughout the application process, breaking down each step into manageable, actionable pieces. He challenges students to dig deeper, reflect more critically, and aim higher, ensuring their application materials are both authentic and compelling. With a sharp eye for detail, he meticulously reviews every component to make sure nothing is overlooked and each submission represents the student at their absolute best.
Fluent in Aramaic, proficient in Arabic, and a native English speaker, Daniel brings a multicultural perspective to his work.
Prior to attending Cornell Law School, David earned a Bachelor of Arts degree from Brown University with a dual concentration in history and biomedical ethics. He then worked for a large law firm in Washington, DC, for a year. Following his graduation from Cornell, he served in the United States Navy as a Judge Advocate for three years on active duty while stationed in Great Lakes, Illinois, and Newport, Rhode Island. Here, he was awarded the Navy Achievement Medal twice. He then worked as an attorney for the U.S. Immigration & Naturalization Service following his military service. After that, he practiced immigration law for over ten years.
After a long legal career, David transitioned into his true passion, higher education, to help students find engaging internships and post-graduation positions and assist them with applications to top law schools. In addition to heading Northeastern’s pre-law office, he taught hundreds of international students in a professionalism and career readiness course designed to prepare them for working in the United States.
Following his work at the Northeastern University admissions office, David ran a program for student veterans at the University of Massachusetts Boston, helping them prepare and gain admittance to highly selective colleges. Having found his niche in providing one-on-one advising, he returned to his alma mater to work as an admissions specialist for the Brown University admission office. At Brown, he was responsible for evaluating thousands of applications and making admissions committee recommendations. He was also responsible for all merit scholarship reviews and has an in-depth understanding of what highly selective schools are looking for when making scholarship decisions.
As a coach, David takes a highly personalized approach to each student. He focuses on understanding their strengths, passions, and natural curiosities by asking about their dream job, how they see themselves practicing law, and what truly inspires them. He then thoughtfully considers the practical steps needed to achieve those goals, guiding students on the best paths forward.
Known for his humor and practical advice, David expertly navigates the complexities of the law school application process, especially when crafting standout essays. His greatest strength lies in his intuitive ability to uncover the most compelling themes for each student’s application and identify the law schools that are the best fit for their profiles. David has helped over 300 students and graduates get into T-6 and T-14 law schools, including Yale, UPenn, Duke, NYU, Cornell, and UCLA, as well as other prestigious schools like Boston College, Boston University, George Washington, Emory, and Fordham.
Outside of work, David enjoys gardening, regional travel, and attending small-scale music, theater, and sporting events. He is a lifelong Red Sox fan and continues to follow the team closely.
As an immigration attorney, Demi supports individuals, families, and businesses as they navigate the US immigration process. She also has experience in humanitarian work, student support, and environmental resource management.
Demi's passion for coaching is fueled by her personal journey, shaped by mentors who believed in her boundless potential and guided her toward success. Drawing from her tenure as a Senior Academic Advisor at Emory School of Law, she emphasizes the importance of diversity in shaping a vibrant student body, understanding that each candidate brings a unique blend of experiences and strengths to the table. As a first-generation lawyer, she also empathizes with the challenges of the application process and offers invaluable guidance to help students navigate it successfully.
As a coach, Demi adeptly guides applicants to reflect on their experiences in a manner that brings out the best version of themselves without intruding on their personal journey. She skillfully assists them in articulating these insights effectively in their application materials. Leveraging her dual expertise as a coach and lawyer, Demi also equips applicants with the skills necessary to navigate the process of applying for internships and job opportunities during law school and throughout their professional careers. Her comprehensive approach ensures that applicants are well-prepared to seize opportunities and excel in their chosen paths.
In her free time, Demi enjoys trying any sushi that comes around the conveyor belt and traveling. Her first flight was to an international destination in Argentina. She is also a boba tea enthusiast with a personal goal of trying this delicious beverage in every city she visits.
While at Perkins, Diksha learned about transactional and regulatory practice areas of law, but she always wanted to study law to be a litigator. And so, in law school, she took every opportunity to understand what litigation practice entails and what it takes to be a litigator. During her 2L year, she worked at Shook, Hardy and Bacon LLP, where she assisted attorneys in conducting several depositions in multi-district product liability litigation and drafted several pre-trial motions on toxic tort cases. She also interned for Hon. Judge Barry Baskin, where she worked on several complex commercial litigation matters involving antitrust vertical integration and product liability.
Diksha is deeply passionate about law and advocacy, with extensive experience tutoring public speaking and 1L law courses. Her exceptional public speaking skills have earned her a gold medal in the NCF Persuasive Speaking Spring Flings Tournament, the "World Changer" award in public speaking, and a finalist position in the Arnold & Porter Government Contracts Moot Court. She also recently received a President's Award (Gold) for Outstanding Pro Bono Services. These achievements highlight her talent for teaching students to communicate effectively and present themselves compellingly.
As a coach, Diksha is driven by a desire to help students succeed. She excels at breaking down the daunting application process into manageable steps and helping candidates determine their strengths. She personalizes her coaching approach for each student, guiding them to present their best selves to top-tier law schools. Additionally, Diksha helps students understand how to craft a compelling application and ensures they stay on track throughout the application process. Diksha is excited to help Juris students reach their full potential!
In her free time, Diksha enjoys helping others and winding down her day with a glass of passion fruit wine.
Elliot’s academic interests include environmental law and conservation. He has significant scientific experience conducting research in evolutionary biology and fieldwork in West Virginia. He has served as an avian field technician for Western EcoSystems Technology and worked as an intern and research assistant at the American Museum of Natural History.
Drawing from his own LSAT success, Elliot has developed effective strategies and techniques that have led students to significant score improvements and acceptances to top law schools. While he has mastered every section of the LSAT, he particularly enjoys teaching the Reading Comprehension section and helping students understand the intricate nuances of the passages. He employs an adaptive teaching method and excels at tailoring students’ LSAT prep to meet their preferences and learning styles.
In his free time, Elliot enjoys playing baseball for his university team, birdwatching, and spending time with his two younger siblings.
Erica received a scholarship from the Utah Center for Legal Inclusion and was recognized on the dean's list at the end of her undergraduate career. She has extensive experience as a teaching assistant, research assistant, e-teaching free English as a Second Language classes to recent immigrants, and working one-on-one with ESL students. Currently, she serves as a summer scholar for Free the Facts, a non-profit organization dedicated to providing nonpartisan political education to young people.
Erica has always been committed to student success and community engagement. She works extensively with two nonprofits: one focused on the federal budget for college students, and one focused on Great Salt Lake protection and advocacy. After scoring a 178 on the LSAT, she felt inspired to help others achieve similar success and support them on their path to law school.
As a tutor, Erica has a talent for breaking down complex questions into clear, concise statements, making them much easier to comprehend. She emphasizes strategies that empower students to effectively navigate the LSAT format, ensuring they feel confident and prepared on test day. By simplifying the process, she helps students tackle even the toughest questions with ease.
Erica currently lives in Provo, UT, but hails from the Seattle, WA, area. She enjoys reading, spending time outdoors, and playing games with friends.
For over eight years, Erin has been a distinguished leader in the nonprofit sector, where she has excelled in forging strategic partnerships, ensuring philanthropic compliance, and managing charitable campaigns. Erin is the Chief Executive Officer of Calloway & Co., where she supports nonprofit clients as a licensed fundraising counsel and solicitor. Most recently, she extended her commitment to service by founding The Summons, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, as the pro bono sister organization to Calloway & Co.
As a proponent of community outreach and stakeholder engagement, Erin has spearheaded numerous public health initiatives with local hospitals and agencies while managing a diverse portfolio of major and corporate donors. Erin encourages collaboration as a keen connector of people and mission-oriented trailblazing. She is a member of the American College of Healthcare Executives, the Association of Fundraising Professionals, the American Health Law Association, the American Public Health Association, and the Pediatric Clinical Ethics Committee at Children’s National Hospital.
Erin is deeply committed to empowering students to achieve their goals and reach their full potential. Combining her strong public health background with her law education, Erin is devoted to guiding students through the complex law school admissions process. She strives to equip them with the tools and knowledge needed to navigate this challenging journey with confidence and ease.
As a coach, Erin is adept at providing strategic direction and support to students on their journey to law school. She offers valuable insights into the admissions process, shares her corporate health and bioethics law expertise, and draws upon her non-profit leadership and organizational development experience. She excels at helping students craft stand-out personal statements, ensuring students' strengths and experiences resonate with admissions committees. Erin eagerly anticipates helping students realize their dreams of attending top-tier law schools.
Beyond her professional endeavors, Erin enjoys mentoring young professionals, hosting dinner parties, and traveling.
Esha’s academic journey began at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, where she graduated with a Bachelor’s degree in psychology. Her academic and professional trajectory has been marked by leadership and service, including founding the American India Foundation (AIF) Chicago Young Professionals chapter and raising its first $15,000.
She also actively contributes to Penn Law’s International Human Rights Association and the Financial Literacy Project, where she supports underserved communities in navigating complex financial systems. Adding to her experience, she served as Chief of Staff at a private equity firm, leading cross-functional initiatives and overseeing portfolio company performance. Essha is passionate about combining her legal and business training to explore the intersections of private equity, innovation, and social impact.
Esha’s greatest strengths as an admissions counselor lie in her ability to bring clarity, structure, and strategy to even the most non-traditional or complex application journeys. She excels at helping students distill multifaceted experiences into cohesive, values-driven narratives that resonate. Known for her empathy and editorial finesse, Esha provides tailored guidance that empowers applicants to present their most authentic selves while ensuring every detail aligns with their overarching goals. Students she has coached have been accepted to numerous T-14 law schools, including UPenn, Duke, Harvard, UChicago, Northwestern, Georgetown, and UVA.
Her coaching style is a thoughtful blend of big-picture vision and detail-oriented execution. She begins with strategic planning and reflection, then works closely with students to refine their personal statements, resumes, and interview strategies. As someone who has advised and mentored peers across various disciplines and geographies, Esha is incredibly passionate about helping applicants with diverse experiences, including those from underrepresented backgrounds, interdisciplinary fields, or those pivoting careers.
Outside of admissions coaching, Esha loves experimenting with modern Indian recipes and uncovering the cultural history behind everyday food. She's also a movie buff who believes the best stories are the ones that make you feel seen.
Ethan’s outstanding LSAT score reflects their deep understanding of the test's nuances and is a testament to their proficiency in imparting exam strategies and techniques to aspiring test-takers. Ethan credits the perseverance and discipline they learned as president of their college’s rock climbing club to their effectiveness in supporting students on their LSAT journeys. They are passionate about imparting their comprehensive knowledge of complex LSAT topics and exam strategies to aspiring law students.
As a tutor, Ethan utilizes a multifaceted approach. Their ability to identify individual strengths and weaknesses allows them to provide targeted guidance and personalized instruction, enabling students to optimize their performance and achieve their desired scores. Ethan combines their extensive knowledge of the exam's content with their expertise in developing effective study plans, time management techniques, and test-taking strategies. They ensure students are equipped with the necessary tools to tackle each section of the LSAT with confidence and precision.
Beyond their academic accomplishments, Ethan has excelled in the realm of outdoor sports. Their remarkable achievements include securing second place in two different ultra-marathons within their age group, as well as climbing 5.13. These feats highlight their exceptional discipline, perseverance, and ability to push through challenges—a skill set that translates seamlessly into supporting LSAT students in their journey toward success.
A fun fact about Ethan is that they learned German and met with a VP of the EU while at the University of Vienna. Outside of tutoring, Ethan is an avid rock climber, spending school breaks living out of their car to go rock climbing in far-off places. This past winter, they lived in Tennessee and West Virginia, after which they flew to Spain to get a taste of the nice weather and nice Spanish limestone.
Gabrielle has a Bachelor’s degree in English from the University of Texas at Austin, where she graduated magna cum laude. During her time at USC, she was part of the admissions team where she engaged with prospective law students and gained insights into the law school admissions process. Gabrielle was also an active participant in several student organizations, including the Peer Mentor Program and the Black Law Students Association. As an attorney, Gabrielle has experience in big law as a commercial litigation law clerk and in the non-profit legal sector.
Gabrielle is passionate about making the application process less intimidating for students. As a first-generation law school graduate, she is driven by the opportunity to alleviate the pressures of the application process and provide a supportive and engaging coaching experience.
As a coach, Gabrielle excels at breaking down the application process into manageable steps, helping students identify suitable institutions to apply to, and crafting persuasive essays. She is noted for her ability to identify each applicant's strengths and use these to their advantage in the application process. She is dedicated to working with each student individually, tailoring her coaching to their unique goals. She looks forward to working with Juris students and supporting them in achieving their law school aspirations!
Apart from coaching, Gabrielle loves spending time with her mini poodle, Thor, and trying out new recipes from TikTok. She is also a huge Beyonce fan and attended her iconic Renaissance Tour. She is known for her adventurous spirit, having experienced both skydiving and great white shark cage diving.
While studying at Seton Hall, Gerard held the crucial position of law clerk for the Newark Housing Coalition, where he focused on landlord-tenant issues. In his final year, he also participated in the Center for Social Justice Clinic, assisting veterans with veterans affairs issues and aiding clients with wills and estate issues. Currently, he serves as an attorney for a mid-sized law firm in Cherry Hill, NJ.
As the first person in his family to graduate from college and attend law school, Gerard is passionate about guiding others through the application process. Throughout his own admissions process, he had a number of mentors who helped guide him along his journey. Additionally, as a first-generation lawyer, he benefited from having individuals who knew the process and could help with any issues. He aims to pay it forward by providing applicants with the necessary guidance to create successful applications.
One of Gerard's crowning achievements as a coach is his ability to identify what stands out for each student. He ensures that law school admissions teams recognize each individual’s unique skill set to accurately assess their potential as law students. He also excels at helping students identify suitable recommenders, fine-tune resumes, and prepare for interviews. By accommodating busy schedules and maintaining effective deadlines, he aids students in crafting strong law school applications.
When not engaged in coaching, Gerard immerses himself in activities such as playing golf, attending his kids’ sports events, and enjoying beach days.
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Harriet earned a Bachelor's degree in finance from the University of Maryland, College Park. While studying at Duke University School of Law, she was involved in organizations such as the International Law Society, Black Law Student Association, Women of Color Collective, and Competition Law Society. She also worked with the admissions office as a student representative, where she spoke with prospective students about the Duke community and connected applicants with current law students with similar interests. Additionally, she participated in the International Human Rights Clinic and Health Justice Clinic.
As the first person in her family to attend law school in the United States, Harriet is passionate about guiding others through the application process and leveraging her background, education, and professional experiences to guide students to their dream careers. Students Harriet has coached have been accepted to top schools including Duke, Northwestern, and UC Berkeley, among others.
Throughout her own admissions journey, she found creative ways to find mentorship, such as reaching out to professional connections, current law students, and learning how to “cold call” experienced individuals. She aims to share her knowledge and connections to help applicants submit successful applications and choose the right academic environment to thrive in.
Harriet recognizes there are many choices and factors involved in the law school application process. She excels at cost-benefit analyses of law schools and ensures students make informed choices that prioritize both their short-term and long-term goals. She focuses on application strategies that are flexible and efficient for busy students. Harriet believes each candidate can create a competitive application when the process is broken into manageable steps and the candidate highlights their strengths.
Harriet particularly enjoys helping students craft notable personal statements. She aims to help applications build genuine stories without forcing a predetermined, cliche message to the admissions committee. This way, the process and outcome remain authentic and personal, rather than just another box to tick on the application checklist.
When Harriet isn’t coaching, she enjoys traveling, reading fantasy and romance novels, and reviewing Chicago restaurants.
Jesse graduated magna cum laude from Emory with a Bachelor's in business administration with dual concentrations in information systems and operations management and marketing and Chinese language and literature. Jesse’s commitment to law and technology at USC led the Legal Technology Association to a third-place finish at the 2020 Los Angeles Global Legal Hackathon, where they pitched an idea for a mental health app for practicing attorneys and law firms.
In 2020, he published a novel titled "Underdog" about his law school experience, as well as the experiences of classmates, professors, law school deans, and startup founders within the USC Gould legal community. Jesse has a strong track record of supporting students in their writing processes, having tutored both undergraduate and graduate students across various subjects. Currently, he specializes in litigation law and works for a New York City-based firm.
As an admissions coach, Jesse excels at providing comprehensive strategies for the admissions process. He helps students craft persuasive narratives, optimally structure their arguments, and leverage their unique qualities to make an impression on top-tier law schools. He is committed to helping students reach their goals and become part of the nation's elite legal community. Having faced and overcome the challenges of applying to law school himself, he understands the stress and pressure students experience and works diligently to give them the best chance of success.
Beyond his professional pursuits, Jesse loves spicy foods and is a dedicated gym-goer. He enjoys exploring his new home, New York City, and is always open to meeting prospective students for a cup of coffee.
Drawing on his experience as a writer, Jimmy brings a unique perspective to his LSAT coaching, emphasizing critical thinking, analytical skills, and effective communication strategies. He has a firm belief that mastering the fundamentals of the LSAT and climbing the percentile ladder is a matter of attitude, methodology, and perspective—the core principles of his tutoring approach.
As a tutor, Jimmy aims to help clients find personalized, consistent, and efficient strategies to reach their target LSAT scores. He prides himself on demystifying Reading Comprehension, a section of the LSAT students often struggle to improve in.
Beyond tutoring, Jimmy is a violinist who has played in symphony orchestras, a ballet dancer (catch him in The Nutcracker), and an amateur sommelier.
John earned a Bachelor of Science from Cornell University before completing his JD at Brooklyn Law School, graduating summa cum laude. Serving on Cornell's admissions and administrative committees has given him insider tips on what law schools look for in successful applicants, and he uses this knowledge to guide students through every step of the application process. His expertise has helped students gain acceptance to top law schools, such as Columbia, NYU, Cornell, Georgetown, UC Berkeley, Duke, and UVA.
John's passion for counseling is evident in his dedication to providing personalized advice and support to each student. He enjoys drawing upon his considerable experience to guide students through the various aspects of the law school application process, including school selection, pre-law coursework and resume building, essay drafting, and interview preparation. His commitment to helping students succeed extends beyond the application process, as he continues to offer guidance and support throughout their law school journey.
One of John's key strengths is his ability to analyze and interpret law school statistical data as reported by law schools to the American Bar Association, US News & World Report, and other media outlets. This expertise allows him to provide students with knowledge of the competitive landscape of law school admissions and to help them identify schools that best fit their goals and qualifications.
When he's not advising students, John enjoys spending time outdoors, hiking, and gardening in the beautiful Finger Lakes Region of New York State, where he lives with his wife, Jennifer, and their dog, Enzo.
Jordan graduated from the Kelley School of Business at Indiana University - Bloomington, where he majored in business. Following graduation, he worked as a management consultant. Jordan was accepted into several top-tier law schools, including the University of Virginia, Georgetown University, Duke University, Northwestern University, University of Texas-Austin, UCLA, University of Southern California, and Washington University in St. Louis. He decided to attend UCLA based on its location and ranking as the top school for entertainment law.
Along with interning at top companies in this sector, Jordan spent a semester interning at a boutique firm in Beverly Hills that represents actors, writers, and directors in talent negotiations. During his 2L summer, he also interned at Proskauer Rose, a preeminent sports law powerhouse. After graduation, he worked at Kirkland & Ellis in Los Angeles, focusing on corporate mergers and acquisitions in the entertainment space. He then transitioned to Sheppard Mullin, where he worked in their entertainment group.
Jordan’s mentoring approach centers on open communication and honesty, providing candid feedback to help students succeed in the application process. As a coach, he excels at helping students choose the perfect school that aligns with their career goals. Additionally, he is skilled at helping applicants understand and navigate the complexities of the law school admissions process, especially in the area of scholarship negotiations. He has a knack for breaking down the process into manageable steps, ensuring that applicants are fully equipped to present their best selves to top-tier law schools. Jordan is committed to his role as an admissions counselor and is always excited to work with new applicants and guide them toward their dream law school.
In his downtime, Jordan is a dedicated sports fan and an avid film and TV watcher. He is also a fan of BBQ and is gradually making his way through the top BBQ places in Austin.
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While attending WashU, Jordan interned as a public defender for the Missouri State Public Defender office and served as a summer associate at Morgan & Morgan, P.A., America’s largest injury law firm. Prior to law school, he considered a career in teaching. While his career path changed, his passion for helping students remained strong. After achieving a high LSAT score with just two months of study as a first-generation law student, he made it his mission to help others do the same.
As a tutor, Jordan excels at developing personalized study plans that cater to each student's unique needs. He identifies the target score they need and equips them with effective strategies to not just meet but exceed it, ensuring they secure admission to their dream law schools. His tutoring emphasizes advanced, yet essential, concepts that form the backbone of the entire test, with a particular focus on sufficient/necessary conditions—an area where students often face challenges.
Jordan dedicates significant time to breaking down the LSAT, explaining the nuances of various clauses, and teaching the "language" of the test to help students tackle questions in manageable chunks. Whether a student has only a few weeks or several months to prepare, he meets them at their level and equips them with the skills to master enough questions to hit their target score. He views the LSAT as a game, with success depending on maximizing the number of correct answers you get within the time limit.
In his free time, Jordan builds model ships and travels. To date, he has visited over 20 countries!
After graduating, Julia served as a law clerk for a federal judge in the District of Nevada, where she researched, edited, read, and crafted dozens of published legal opinions. Since then, she has been living in Nevada, tutoring local and online students. Julia has also been working as a freelance copyeditor and writer, assisting scholars, industry leaders, authors, and organizations in refining and publishing their written works with independent and major outlets alike.
Julia is passionate about supporting students through their LSAT and law school admissions journey. Drawing from her own experience of securing scholarships and acceptances from top schools like Georgetown Law and George Washington University Law, she has a profound understanding of the importance of a strong LSAT score. This insight enables her to effectively guide students to achieve their highest score potential and gain admission to their top law schools.
Julia’s diverse experience in law, education, and writing equips her with a unique perspective to guide students and support them in their LSAT journey. She excels at helping students enhance their logical thinking and problem-solving skills, which are crucial for achieving a strong LSAT score. Julia is dedicated to working closely with each student, providing tailored support to unlock their full potential and approach the test with confidence. Her enthusiasm for teaching and commitment to student success make her an invaluable asset to students aiming for high LSAT scores.
Julia is the proud owner of a twenty-year-old black cat named Bean, who has a habit of attending virtual tutoring sessions.
Currently, Kaitlyn serves as a legal intern at the United States District Court for the Southern District of Florida. However, she has a strong background in education. She loves learning and is constantly searching for new things to discover. She is passionate about instilling that same love of learning in all the students she tutors. With a primarily visual teaching style, Kaitlyn emphasizes concept mastery, ensuring her students fully understand and retain the material.
Considering her impressive LSAT score, Kaitlyn excels at tutoring every section of the exam. With extensive training in formal logic, she spends considerable time with students to ensure they understand how the material appears on the LSAT. Kaitlyn’s expertise and personalized approach help her students grasp complex concepts, significantly improving their test-taking strategies and overall scores.
Outside of tutoring, Kaitlyn is very into theatre and costume design. She recently directed her first play.
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During her undergraduate years, Katie worked in local news and spent her summers coaching speech and debate. In addition to her journalism background, Katie has extensive experience in political writing and social media strategy, serving as a social media advertiser for leading nonprofit and legal advocacy organizations. She previously served as a digital strategist for both the Harris for President and Biden for President campaigns.
Katie is a top 1% scoring LSAT tutor and uses her own success to guide and empower students. Her no-nonsense, structured approach focuses on meeting students where they are, building confidence, and breaking down even the most complex questions into simple, manageable steps. With years of speech and debate coaching experience, Katie brings an approachable, upbeat energy to each session, turning dense arguments into beatable claims. Her encouraging teaching style helps students stay motivated while steadily progressing toward their goals.
Katie is from Utah, where she grew up hiking in red rock deserts. She worked as a writer in South Korea and England, where she gained a deep appreciation for good food, international relations, and dry humor.
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Kevin has a JD and LLM in international and comparative law from Duke University School of Law. He has over 15 years of experience in university admissions, including serving as the Assistant Director of Recruitment and Admissions for the University of Chicago Booth EMBA and in international admissions for WashU Law’s LLM program, the American University of Paris, and the Savannah College of Art and Design.
Kevin earned his BA in French and political science from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. After graduating from Duke, he briefly worked in the legal field and later worked as a headhunter for a top legal recruitment company. He then transitioned into the field of international higher education, where he discovered his true passion for helping students achieve their educational goals. Before returning to Raleigh, Kevin lived in Hong Kong for over a decade, where he helped local and international students with applications to undergraduate, law, LLM, Master's, MBA, and other graduate programs.
As a former admissions officer, Kevin has recruited and reviewed applications from hundreds of students across the globe, giving him unique insights into the admissions process. Students he has worked with have successfully gained admission to top law schools such as Harvard, Georgetown, Duke, Northwestern, UC Berkeley, UChicago, Columbia, NYU, and UVA.
As a coach, Kevin prioritizes a collaborative and personalized method. Recognizing that each student possesses unique strengths and aspirations, he dedicates time to thoroughly understanding their individual profiles. By taking time to get to know each student, he is able to guide them toward crafting an authentic application that truly reflects their personal journey and academic potential. His goal is to empower students by highlighting their distinct qualities and experiences, ensuring their application stands out in the competitive admissions landscape.
With years of admissions experience, Kevin brings a seasoned perspective to the application process. His legal education has sharpened his instincts for identifying compelling narratives that resonate with admissions committees. He excels at guiding students through the brainstorming and essay refinement process, ensuring they present their authentic selves in a way that is both genuine and strategically impactful. His empathy also sets him apart as a counselor and allows him to build meaningful connections with students and provide personalized, thoughtful guidance throughout their journey.
In his free time, Kevin enjoys traveling, cooking, reading, and spending time with his partner and two dogs.
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Krystle’s academic journey began at Arizona State University, where she graduated first in her class. She then earned her JD from the University of Pennsylvania Law School, along with a business and public policy certificate from the Wharton School of Business. Committed to broadening her global perspective, she pursued an MBA from Webster University through an immersive program that combined academic coursework with hands-on business experience across Europe and Asia. She has been awarded numerous scholarships throughout her academic journey, including the University of Pennsylvania Dean's Merit Scholarship and Ford Motor Company Honors Scholarship.
After law school, Krystle worked in Big Law in New York and California. She founded CIMI Ventures, a law firm dedicated to helping diverse clients, from nonprofits to multi-billion-dollar companies, grow. Krystle is deeply committed to serving as a community leader. She frequently speaks on topics related to law, business, and strategy and enjoys mentoring students as they explore how to maximize their advanced degrees. Krystle has consistently coached students with their academic growth through her roles as a University of Pennsylvania alumni ambassador, adjunct professor, university business case competition judge, and mentor.
Additionally, Krystle has served as a Board Director for the Seattle Animal Shelter Foundation, a Fellow with the World Affairs Council, an adjunct professor at Marymount California University, and Assistant General Counsel for the San Diego Padres (on secondment). She was also honored as a Cultural Ambassador through the City of London Arizona Education Trust (COLAET).
One of Krystle’s greatest strengths as an admissions coach is her ability to connect with applicants on a personal level. She helps each candidate identify their unique strengths and craft compelling, authentic, and memorable essays. Passionate about life design, her approach to admissions consulting is holistic and student-centered. She understands that for students, an application is more than just a submission—it represents their future and is a major investment. Krystle has guided many students through evaluating factors such as school rankings, location, and cost to help them find their best fit. Students she has coached have been accepted to top law schools at USC, UChicago, Northwestern, Boston University, Columbia, NYU, Duke, UPenn, Vanderbilt, UT Austin, and Georgetown. She takes immense satisfaction in supporting students through this journey and celebrating their successes.
In her spare time, Krystle enjoys seeking adventure and volunteering with animal organizations. She managed to combine the two when she met her husband while volunteering at an animal shelter. They quickly bonded over their shared love of dogs and adrenaline-filled activities and jumped at the chance to go wing walking—standing on the wings of an in-flight plane before strapping in for aerial acrobatics—on their first real date. They now live in sunny Arizona with their beloved dog, Ginger.
Lauryn’s academic journey began at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), where she graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in Spanish with honors. She was a Division 1 athlete in rowing, earning multiple honors, including the Dean’s Honors List and the PAC 12 Silver Medal. She also studied abroad at Universidad de Belgrano in Buenos Aires, Argentina. She then earned a Master of Science in Law from Northwestern Pritzker School of Law, where she was the convocation speaker and wrote a thesis on healthcare data privacy in Belgium, the Netherlands, and Luxembourg before graduating from the George Washington Law School. Currently, her legal practice focuses on renewable energy transactions.
Lauryn’s diverse interests and experiences reflect her dynamic approach to both her professional and personal lives, making her a well-rounded and insightful coach for aspiring law students. She is passionate about empowering students to reach their full potential and accomplish their goals.
As a coach, Lauryn excels at helping students understand what is required of them throughout the application process and how they can submit a more competitive application. Whether the student is a first-time applicant or a transfer student, she understands the process and helps students break it down into manageable steps to help them succeed.
In her free time, Lauryn enjoys yoga and swimming.
Lauryn’s academic journey began at the University of California, Los Angeles, where she graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in Spanish with honors. Before law school, she pursued a Master of Science in law from Northwestern Pritzker School of Law, where she delivered the convocation speech and authored a thesis on healthcare data privacy across Belgium, the Netherlands, and Luxembourg. She now serves as an Associate at King & Spalding.
As a bar exam tutor, Lauryn excels at helping students understand strategies for the MEE and the MPT. She is adept at building roadmaps for students to answer the MPT within the time constraints of the bar exam essays. Whether the student is a first-time or repeat test-taker, she knows how to break down the process into manageable steps to ensure students succeed.
Lauryn's diverse interests and experiences reflect her dynamic approach to both her professional and personal lives, making her a well-rounded and insightful tutor. She is passionate about empowering students to reach their full potential and accomplish their goals.
In her free time, Lauryn enjoys yoga and swimming. She was also an avid rower and was a Division 1 athlete at UCLA, earning the PAC 12 Silver Medal!
After graduating and passing the New York State Bar, Leyla worked as an attorney at Hogan Lovells in New York, a top-50 global law firm. After four years as an attorney, she left the corporate world to pursue both creative and public-spirited endeavors, such as admissions counseling. Her guidance has helped students receive acceptances from Cornell, Georgetown, UC Berkeley, Stanford, UPenn, Columbia and other top law schools.
Leyla is passionate about guiding students towards pursuing their legal goals, from advising them about academics, research, the application process, and how to network for prosperous careers. She has a strong understanding of what the industry values and connections with professionals in the field, which she’s eager to share with students.
Leyla’s personal background, education, and professional experience have provided her with a unique perspective on the law school application process. She is adept at identifying and highlighting each student’s unique skills, passions, and individual narratives to ensure their applications stand out.
A fun fact about Leyla is that although she has never visited LA, she has always been an avid Lakers fan!
Lindsey earned her Bachelor of Arts in criminal justice from the University of Georgia. She obtained her JD, magna cum laude, from the University of Georgia School of Law, and her LLM in Taxation, graduating summa cum laude, from the University of Alabama. At the University of Georgia, she was one of the first Philip H. Alston, Jr. Distinguished Law Fellows, earning a full tuition plus scholarship.
Most recently, Lindsey practiced at a medium-sized law firm in Athens, Georgia, specializing in estate planning, business succession planning, taxation, and estate administration. She also has experience working as a summer associate at Morris, Manning & Martin in Atlanta, clerking for superior court judges, and grading essays for students studying for the bar exam—an experience she draws on to help students craft polished law school personal statements.
On her journey to law school, Lindsey encountered challenges obtaining accurate and encouraging advice. Now, she takes pride in being a positive and energizing force for students aspiring to pursue their unique goals as future law students. With invaluable insights and empathy to offer, she provides guidance that is both practical and motivational.
Lindsey's strength lies in her ability to connect with each student on a personal level, allowing her to help them identify and leverage their unique strengths. By doing so, she effectively minimizes the stress associated with the high-pressure law school application process, empowering students to navigate it with confidence and clarity.
In her free time, Lindsey loves being outdoors and spending time with her family. She also enjoys crafty hobbies such as making jewelry, embroidery, and knitting.
After completing her undergraduate studies, Lisa's adventurous spirit led her to a law firm in London, followed by engaging work in NGOs in Switzerland, Thailand, and Washington, D.C. While working in the legal sector, she has also maintained a strong interest in education, developing LSAT courses for group instruction and 1:1 tutoring in Singapore and Taiwan.
Passionate about helping students succeed, Lisa uses effective strategies to assist students in mastering the LSAT. She believes in teaching students to develop consistent strategies for each question type and guiding them to train independently for the most significant improvement.
As a tutor, Lisa excels at helping students navigate every aspect of the LSAT, presenting complex concepts in a way that is easy to understand. Her extensive experience and expertise in the field make her a valuable resource for Juris students aiming to excel in their LSAT and achieve their law school aspirations.
Spending more than half her life in hot, tropical climates, Lisa is obsessively curious about the world's creepy crawlies – even after being bitten by a 3-meter-long Taiwan habu snake! Her favorites are the colorful male peacock spider (because of its nickname Sparklemuffin) and the long-horned orb weaver spider.
Professionally, Malyika has worked in recruitment and diversity and inclusion at a big law firm in Toronto, where she led recruitment efforts for 1L and 2L candidates and strategized ways to enhance the firm’s diversity policies. Additionally, she became a published author with a children’s book that features a South Asian Muslim protagonist, addressing the underrepresentation of diverse characters in children’s literature.
Malyika is well-equipped to guide students through both the Canadian and US law school admissions processes. Having received offers from every Ontario law school and multiple T-14 law schools, along with significant scholarships, Malyika’s achievements demonstrate her deep understanding of what it takes to succeed in the competitive admissions landscape. During her undergraduate years, while serving as Vice-President of her school's mock trial team, she initiated drop-in office hours to support students interested in law school. During these sessions, she helped develop personalized roadmaps for success and edited personal statements. As a result, these students were accepted into their dream law schools.
What makes Malyika passionate about coaching applicants is her firsthand understanding of the challenges and barriers faced by first-generation law students. She strives to simplify the application process and guide candidates toward showcasing their unique strengths. Malyika is dedicated to supporting students throughout their journey to their dream law schools, offering encouragement and assistance at every step.
As a coach, Malyika excels at breaking down the complex and daunting law school application process into manageable steps. By collaborating with students to create a clear, structured plan, she ensures they meet deadlines, highlight their unique strengths, and present a compelling application. By focusing on one step at a time, she aims to reduce stress, build confidence, and empower candidates to put forth their best effort, making the process more achievable and less intimidating. Additionally, she is skilled in storytelling and helping students craft personal statements that are well-written, visceral, and compelling.
In her free time, Malyika enjoys playing with her cat Migo, rewatching classic rom-coms, going on hikes, and baking.
Marcelius is a first-generation college graduate with a BS in political science, philosophy, and economics with an African studies certificate from the University of Pittsburgh, an MA in philosophy from the University of Missouri, and a JD from the University of North Carolina School of Law.
With a focus on diversity issues, Marcelius most recently served as the leader of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at Bexley City School District in Bexley, Ohio. He previously served as the Deputy Title IX Coordinator at Capital University Law School, overseeing the Department of Diversity and Inclusion. He also worked as the Student Service Coordinator for Student Diversity, Outreach, and Women's Programs at the Missouri University of Science and Technology. Additionally, he has experience as an adjunct professor at Capital University and Austin Peay State University.
With extensive admissions experience, Marcelius has a deep understanding of what it takes to craft a compelling and standout application. His diverse background in education, advocacy, and student affairs has uniquely equipped him to excel in guiding law school applicants through every step of the process. He excels at working with students from diverse backgrounds, helping them navigate the complexities of the application process and find the law school that best aligns with their goals and interests. His personalized approach ensures that each applicant presents their strongest possible case for admission.
Marcelius loves reading, writing, sports, and traveling in his free time. He also really enjoys trivia, so feel free to tell him a random fact.
Marcos passed the Florida Bar Exam with finesse and has since been offering his expertise to help aspiring legal professionals. He excels in subjects including Florida evidence, criminal law, criminal and civil procedure, business entities, wills and trusts, torts, property, contracts, and constitutional law.
Marcos has always been passionate about teaching and mentoring, which is evident in his approach to tutoring. His teaching philosophy centers on understanding each student's strengths and weaknesses and tailoring a curriculum that best suits their needs. This personalized approach has helped many students achieve their academic and professional goals.
As a tutor, Marcos excels at making complex subjects easy to understand. He brings his real-world experience to his tutoring sessions, offering insight into the practical application of legal theories. His comprehensive understanding of the law and his strategic approach to teaching make him an excellent resource for students aiming to ace their bar exams. Marcos is thrilled to assist Juris students in achieving their goals!
A fun fact about Marcos is that he speaks fluent Spanish.
Marie has a Bachelor’s and Master’s degree in International Relations from San Francisco University. She has lectured and taught at Stanford, California State, Santa Clara, and USF. Passionate about coaching applicants, Marie finds immense satisfaction in helping individuals navigate the complexities of the application process. Her passion stems from a deep-rooted belief in the transformative power of education and the importance of empowering aspiring candidates to achieve their academic and career goals. She prioritizes building candidates' confidence and self-assurance, instilling a sense of readiness and preparedness as they embark on this exciting journey.
As a coach, Marie’s greatest strength is breaking down the application process into manageable steps and guiding candidates through each stage with clarity and precision. She also has a knack for helping candidates identify and articulate their unique strengths, experiences, and achievements, enabling them to present a compelling and authentic application.
Marie offers strategic guidance tailored to each candidate's unique needs, whether crafting compelling essays, preparing for interviews, or navigating complex admission requirements. Her supportive mentorship fosters a positive and encouraging environment, empowering candidates to thrive and succeed. She is eager to leverage her expertise, passion, and personalized approach to help students confidently navigate the competitive admissions landscape and achieve their goals.
In her spare time, Marie enjoys exploring the world of culinary adventures, from attempting intricate recipes to experimenting with unique flavor combinations. She firmly believes that cooking is not just about nourishment but also a delightful journey of creativity and discovery. You might find her whipping up a batch of homemade pasta or perfecting her signature dessert, much to the delight of family and friends who eagerly await her delicious creations.
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While at Texas Law, Marissa volunteered as a member of the Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority and served as a summer associate law clerk at Jones Day. Additionally, in her work with Texas Law's inaugural Pipeline Program, she read student's personal statements, diversity statements, and addenda. She also met with students to assist each pipeline cohort participant in enhancing their application for law school. As a practicing lawyer in the District of Columbia, Marissa focuses on complex commercial litigation, federal regulations, internal investigations, and white-collar crime and compliance.
Marissa is a firm believer in the power of mentorship and service and lives by the mantra, “it never dims your light to light another.” She is deeply passionate about helping students achieve their full potential. For the past six years, she has dedicated herself to teaching students how to present themselves in the best light throughout the application process. Having navigated the stressful and often overwhelming path to becoming a practicing attorney herself, she finds sharing her experiences and lessons learned very fulfilling. She takes great joy in witnessing each student’s growth, from crafting their application to the moment they are accepted into law school. For Marissa, this work is not just hard work—it’s heart work.
Marissa takes an individualized approach to law school admissions coaching, understanding that each student brings their own unique talents, experiences, and goals. Instead of using a one-size-fits-all strategy, she invests time in getting to know each student and their preferences, developing a customized plan that aligns with their individual schedules and aspirations. Her clear communication and well-defined expectations help eliminate ambiguity and foster a shared understanding of how to achieve each student's objectives. With her energetic, relatable, and enthusiastic demeanor, she brings enthusiasm to every session. She is dedicated to guiding, coaching, and cheering students on throughout their journey.
As a coach, Marissa excels at breaking down the application process into manageable steps, guiding students to craft their applications with purpose and distinction. She skillfully identifies and emphasizes each student’s strengths, developing tailored strategies to best position them for admission to their dream law schools. She also creates personalized schedules, ensuring students stay accountable and meet their submission deadlines with ease.
In her free time, Marissa enjoys traveling internationally, loves a good Texas tailgate, and lives for exploring the DMV for live music, new foods, and eclectic art.
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Mathieu firmly believes that if it were easy, everyone would do it—something that rings especially true for becoming an attorney. Having attended law school part-time while working full-time, he understands the intense pressure of balancing numerous responsibilities within a limited time, mirroring the bar exam preparation experience. As such, he uses the same materials that helped him succeed and teaches techniques to make the process more manageable for others. Most individuals he’s tutored have not only improved their scores but also passed with marks transferable to every UBE jurisdiction.
One of Mathieu’s greatest strengths as a tutor is helping students excel in the written part of the bar exam, where he scored in the top percentile. He has developed a method for writing essays that is clear to graders while ensuring all important facts are included. Many students, who had never considered this approach before, find that it significantly improves their essay-writing skills.
In his free time, Mathieu enjoys running marathons and has completed six to date.
With a track record of success, a deep-seated passion for teaching, and an engaging personality, Melissa is more than just a tutor; she is a mentor dedicated to helping students unlock their full potential on the LSAT. She finds great satisfaction and joy in helping students feel comfortable and confident in their learning.
As a tutor, Melissa continuously updates her methods to incorporate the latest LSAT trends and techniques, ensuring students have the most current and effective strategies. Her commitment to student success is evident in the way she goes above and beyond, providing not just lessons but also motivation and support. She creates a positive and encouraging learning environment that helps students build confidence and reduce test anxiety.
To understand the learning styles of each student, Melissa frames concepts in a multitude of ways. She is adept at identifying a student's strengths and weaknesses, allowing her to tailor her approach to help them focus on achieving their goals and improving their performance. Students needing greater support have seen significant jumps in their scores when working with Melissa, allowing them to rise from the single-digit percentiles to above average scores.
In her free time, Melissa enjoys painting, singing, and traveling, as well as learning new languages. She speaks Spanish and is currently learning Chinese.
Michael has a Bachelor’s degree from Temple University, where he majored in political science and government while honing his marketing and social media skills. He first realized he had a passion for education while informally coaching several colleagues throughout their law school application journeys. His strong background in public service has also made him enthusiastic about helping those in need, dedicating hours to solving the hardest problems people face. He thoroughly enjoys sharing valuable insider knowledge to help students get into law school and feels strongly about the importance of passing the baton to the next generation of great lawyers.
Michael’s strengths as a coach come in many forms. He enjoys creating comprehensive plans and schedules for students he works with and providing them with the tools they need at every step. His goals as a coach revolve around sustainability; he feels his job is to help students succeed on their own long term. He also enjoys directing students to pursue institutions with specific goals in mind based on their strengths, passions, and personal circumstances. Michael is excited to help students get into their dream schools and achieve future career success! Students Michael has coached have been accepted to Georgetown, the University of Miami, Drexel University, and other prestigious law schools.
In his free time, Michael enjoys competitive sports, community events, and legal research about human rights and labor.
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Michael is a dedicated legal professional with a robust background in civil rights, criminal defense, post-conviction work, and higher education administration. Throughout his career, he has demonstrated a commitment to student success and institutional integrity. He has developed behavioral intervention teams, prosecuted cases on behalf of universities, and managed social media platforms and day-to-day student affairs operations through his pipeline program. His legal expertise has been further honed through clerkships and legal assistant roles, where he conducted legal research, drafted motions, and provided defense strategies. Michael's accomplishments reflect his diligence, leadership, and passion for advancing education and legal justice.
As a coach, Michael prioritizes openness and honesty when sharing his professional insights, ensuring students understand the realities of their chosen path. His coaching philosophy is deeply rooted in transparency, as he believes that clear, candid guidance is essential for personal and professional growth. Michael encourages students to strive for excellence and push beyond their limits, helping them unlock their full potential. With his approachable demeanor, he connects with students on a personal level, meeting them where they are in their journey. From there, he provides tailored advice, valuable insights, and practical tools that empower them to make meaningful progress toward their goals.
In his free time, Michael enjoys reading, watching sports, spending time with family, visiting art and history museums, and investing in the stock market.
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Monika spent her third year of law school at Harvard Law School, where she served as a student defense attorney for the Criminal Justice Institute. Her dedication to social justice earned her the Phoenix Fellowship at UC Berkeley and the Equal Justice Works Fellowship, where she led a two-year project defending the rights of immigrant youth in foster care.
While in law school, Monika was a student teacher in the Street Law Clinic, where she taught constitutional rights to high schoolers. After graduating and working as an immigration defense lawyer for several years, she entered the field of legal education as a clinical professor at Seattle University School of Law, where she worked for over ten years. Monika was twice nominated for the Outstanding Faculty Award by the graduating classes of 2019 and 2020.
She has published several law review articles focused on the intersections between immigration law and critical race theory. Her work has appeared in the California Law Review (online), NYU Review of Law & Social Change, Berkeley Journal of Gender, Law & Justice, Michigan Journal of Race & the Law, University of Pennsylvania Journal of Law & Social Change, Tulane Law Review, and Fordham Urban Law Journal.
Monika is passionate about making legal education accessible to aspiring law students, aiming to shape a new generation of social justice-focused lawyers. With years of experience as both a practicing lawyer and a law school professional, she brings a deep understanding of the admissions process and the demands of law school. Monika has guided and mentored numerous students, helping them craft resumes and personal statements that reflect their values. She is a strong writer and believes that one's authentic voice shines the brightest. She balances providing potent critique while also being gentle in her approach. These mentees have gained acceptance to top-tier law schools, including Brown, UVA, and Washington University in St. Louis, among others.
As a coach, Monika excels at helping students identify their strengths and areas for growth. With her strong writing and editing skills, she ensures their personal statements are both compelling and professional. Monika views students as partners with a shared commitment to the process. She fosters a collaborative environment where students take the lead, while she provides the structure, accountability, and guidance they need to succeed. This includes creating detailed timelines and weekly check-ins.
Monika looks forward to assisting Juris students in achieving their law school aspirations.
In her spare time, Monika enjoys taking walks, designing her next fine line tattoo, listening to K-Pop music, watching Bollywood movies, and cheering on the Los Angeles Lakers.
Nitin has held numerous prestigious positions within the legal field, including associate at Mayer Brown, legal extern at the US Department of State, and legislative intern at the U.S. House of Representatives. Currently, he serves as a judicial law clerk for the United States District Court for the Southern District of Florida, bringing insight from a wide range of professional experiences in both the private and public sectors.
Nitin also has extensive research experience, having collaborated with professors at both Cornell and Johns Hopkins and interning at the American Enterprise Institute. His professional interests include international law, white-collar practice, global and internal investigations, and transnational litigation.
Nitin is enthusiastic about making opportunities that have become available to him more accessible for others. As an immigrant and first-generation law student, he understands that the law school admissions process can be overwhelming and opaque, and he values being accessible and proactive in clearing up any confusion or uncertainty for applicants. Given that his own admissions process was neither streamlined nor straightforward, Nitin offers an informed perspective on dealing with and overcoming challenges and setbacks.
Nitin’s greatest strength as a coach lies in his personable and proactive approach. He is committed to resolving any questions or concerns students may have, offering a reliable and accessible source of support throughout their journey. He prides himself on his adaptability, tailoring his approach to fit each student’s individual needs and goals. By effectively assessing students’ strengths and vulnerabilities, Nitin ensures they submit the best applications possible to get into their dream schools. Students Nitin has recently coached have gotten accepted at top institutions such as NYU, Berkeley, Duke, and Cornell.
In his free time, Nitin enjoys learning about history, electoral politics, and foreign affairs. He also enjoys sports, foreign films, and international cuisine.
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Ocean brings precision and thorough analysis skills to her tutoring sessions. Her professional experience improves her ability to teach complex problem-solving and critical thinking, vital for LSAT success. She is a relatable source of knowledge for students who find the LSAT daunting, and she excels in demystifying the test for those who may feel overwhelmed.
Ocean’s tutoring philosophy focuses on understanding each student's challenges and strengths. Her approach combines meticulous attention to detail with a cheerful, easy-going attitude towards learning, creating an environment where students feel supported and motivated. Ocean prepares thoroughly for each session, offering concise, powerful advice and strategies. She emphasizes developing a swift and efficient thought process, which is important for mastering the LSAT's timed challenges.
Ocean excels in tutoring both the Reading Comprehension and Logical Reasoning sections of the LSAT. Students she has tutored have reported significant improvements, praising her ability to pinpoint weaknesses and elevate their performance to the next level. Ocean also excels at breaking down complex ideas into understandable parts. She doesn't just teach the ‘what’ but also the ‘how’ and ‘why’ behind each concept, ensuring comprehensive understanding and application.
Outside of tutoring, Ocean enjoys challenging herself with rock climbing and unwinding by playing classical music, reflecting her dedication to discipline and appreciation for the arts. She brings this same energy and enthusiasm to her tutoring sessions, making learning both fun and rewarding. She is passionate about helping students climb academic peaks and reach new heights together!
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Olivier understands firsthand what it feels like to be overwhelmed by the LSAT. While working full-time and commuting three and a half hours during his undergrad, he managed to raise his score by 27 points. This experience taught him how to design personalized and adaptable study plans that ensure improvement, irrespective of one’s starting score or availability.
As a tutor, Olivier is dedicated to student success. He goes above and beyond, offering unwavering support both during and outside of scheduled sessions. Understanding the psychological toll this test can take, he ensures his students feel supported around the clock. Olivier is always available to answer questions, providing the guidance students need to overcome challenges and reach their goals. Olivier is excited to help students maximize their LSAT scores and unlock their full potential!
Sports are a big part of Olivier’s life. In his free time, you can find him playing or watching basketball, hockey, or ultimate frisbee.
Oria loves being able to help ease the stress that comes with the law school application process. She understands that many students feel overwhelmed by all the components and need more direction. She aims to provide more transparency about the process and share the resources, tips, and knowledge she has gained from her experience.
Oria emphasizes that the rigorous nature of the admissions process reflects law schools' commitment to finding students who are ready to put in the necessary effort to succeed. She encourages students to view challenges as a normal part of the journey and celebrates every milestone, no matter how small, as each one is a step closer to their goal. Through her supportive approach, she helps students develop the skills and work ethic needed to thrive in law school.
As a coach, Oria ensures students make the most of their law school application experience by providing flexibility within a structured application timeline. She excels at helping students break down the application process into manageable steps, making it easier for them to tackle. She provides students with insight and support when unexpected obstacles occur throughout the application process by gathering and sharing resources with parents and applicants and helping them communicate with schools professionally. She also loves helping students craft their personal statements and supplemental essays, providing feedback on structure, writing style, and technical errors.
When Oria isn't coaching, she enjoys trying new fitness classes.
Through his professional experiences, Parth has developed strong analytical abilities, attention to detail, and the ability to break down complicated legal concepts. These skills have been instrumental in his years of coaching law school applicants, guiding them through every facet of the complex application process. Students Parth has coached have been accepted to Columbia Law School, Harvard Law, UPenn Carey Law, the University of Michigan Law School, Georgetown University Law Center, and many others.
Parth understands the stress that goes into applying to law school, and he prides himself on his ability to break application components into digestible pieces. He works closely with students to ensure they craft the perfect application with maximum care and minimal stress.
As a coach, Parth’s greatest strength is helping students reflect on their background (personal, professional, academic, extracurricular, etc.) and choose impactful experiences and stories to describe in their law school applications. He believes each student can portray unique value as part of the admissions process. Since students are often tempted to simply include what seems appealing or attractive to schools, Parth’s approach focuses on reflecting on students’ actual strengths and highlighting them within their application.
In his free time, Parth likes to work out, attend concerts, watch movies, try new restaurants, and attend standup comedy shows.
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Paul understands how frustrating the test prep process can be and wants students to know that, while everyone’s journey is unique, the LSAT and GRE are ultimately learnable. As a tutor, Paul takes a structured, hands-on approach, guiding students through a clear, step-by-step preparation method for the GRE and LSAT. His three-phase system has helped multiple students score in the 99th percentile, combining analytical, logic-driven strategies with creative, out-of-the-box techniques to ensure mastery of every section.
Additionally, Paul is an expert in all areas of the GRE, LSAT, and LSAT Writing and adapts his teaching style to each student’s needs, balancing flexibility with goal-oriented efficiency. He believes that thorough preparation is key to building confidence and excelling on test day. Whether students want to brush up a particular section or start their prep journey from scratch, Paul is looking forward to working with law applicants ready to ace the LSAT or GRE.
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Pranami has worked at various renowned firms, including the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA), where she researched securities regulations and assisted with compliance investigations. At another firm, Temenos, she worked on software licensing agreements and corporate governance projects, gaining hands-on experience with contracts and international business. She’s also worked as a compliance analyst, where she helped ensure companies followed regulations and monitored their transactions.
Pranami is deeply passionate about learning and empowering others to achieve their goals. Drawing from her own experiences, she understands how daunting the application process can be and the challenges of standing out in such a competitive field. She takes pride in helping students navigate this journey by breaking it into manageable steps, providing guidance and support every step of the way.
As a coach, Pranami's greatest strengths lie in her unwavering focus and meticulous attention to detail. She invests time in understanding each student’s unique story, strengths, and aspirations, firmly believing that everyone has something extraordinary to offer. Her mission is to help students uncover and present their best, most authentic selves in a powerful way. Pranami also provides constructive feedback with kindness and encouragement, ensuring students know where to improve while fostering confidence and motivation throughout the process.
Outside of work, Pranami enjoys hot yoga and writing Shayari (Urdu poetry). She believes that blending creativity with structure is the key to success, whether it’s in law, business, or helping someone land their dream opportunity.
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Mika earned her Bachelor’s degree in economics and psychology from Claremont McKenna College before beginning her legal journey. After earning a 179 on the LSAT, she was offered acceptance to several prestigious law schools, including Washington University in St. Louis, the University of Michigan, the University of Virginia, Vanderbilt, and the University of Chicago. She ultimately chose to complete her JD at the University of Chicago.
As a tutor, Mika employs the "TEACH" approach, emphasizing trust, empowerment, appreciation, communication, and humor to motivate and engage students. During her sessions, she typically employs the EDIP (explain, demonstrate, imitate, and practice) teaching method, ensuring thorough understanding and skill development by modeling best practices and giving students constant feedback. Her greatest strength is interaction. She believes in a modeling/co-teaching process and pushes students to precisely identify why answers must be wrong. In her experience, a tutor's goal is not just to teach; it’s to train you in the best attack process possible.
In her free time, Mika loves to roller skate, dance, and play board games with friends. She is also a lifelong learner and is particularly interested in classical, medieval, and Victorian-era history.
Mika earned her Bachelor’s degree in economics and psychology from Claremont McKenna College. After submitting a competitive application, she was offered acceptance to several prestigious law schools, including Washington University in St. Louis, the University of Michigan, the University of Virginia, Vanderbilt, and the University of Chicago. She ultimately chose to complete her JD at the University of Chicago.
As an admissions mentor, Mika employs the "TEACH" approach, emphasizing trust, empowerment, appreciation, communication, and humor to motivate and engage her clients. Her greatest strengths are narrative building and editing. As a former litigator with extensive writing experience and a passion for creative writing, Mika excels at helping students shape and articulate their personal stories with exceptional clarity. Additionally, her extensive legal experience provides unparalleled insight into how to strategically position students for long-term success.
In her free time, Mika loves to roller skate, dance, and play board games with friends. She is also a lifelong learner and is particularly interested in classical, medieval, and Victorian-era history.
Rachel's educational experiences are invaluable to her, so she decided to use her talents to help others achieve their educational aspirations. She understands how overwhelming and anxiety-ridden the law school application process can be. She loves taking that burden away from applicants by breaking down the process to be more straightforward and understandable. Her goal as a coach is to reduce stress for applicants, allowing future law students to focus on highlighting their strengths and achieving their educational goals.
When working with applicants, Rachel strives to keep the mood light and the environment calm and relaxed. Once she has achieved a relaxed environment and the trust of her clients, she works to break down materials so the process is manageable, organized, and can be completed efficiently. Rachel’s greatest strengths as a coach include creating realistic timelines and organized schedules and helping students create standout personal statements and resumes.
In her spare time, Rachel enjoys home organization, traveling to visit family, and spending time with her husband, daughters, and dog.
While at Tenant Law Group, PC, Rae managed diverse cases, showcasing versatility by litigating against insurance companies, mediating on behalf of clients, and implementing innovative case management software. This proactive approach extends to Rae's volunteer work, including aiding clients in expungement at the American River College Expungement Record Clinic and promoting cultural sensitivity at the King Hall Name Change Clinic. With a commitment to alternative dispute resolution, Rae currently volunteers as a successful Mediator at the Sacramento Mediation Center.
Rae’s extensive legal journey encompasses roles as a legal intern at the Screen Actors Guild Awards, research assistant at the Intertribal Courts of Southern California, and summer associate at Coblentz Patch Duffy & Bass LLP. Currently, she works as a hearing officer at the California Victim Compensation Board. This wide-ranging experience has given her a deep understanding of the legal profession, which she brings to her role as an admissions counselor.
Rae is passionate about promoting justice and fairness in the legal field. She has been recognized for her academic excellence, receiving the Witkin Award for Academic Excellence and a Certificate in Intellectual Property Law. Rae has a wealth of experience and a strong commitment to supporting students in their journey to law school.
As a tutor, Rae excels at guiding students through the complexities of preparing for the bar exam. She has tutored a diverse range of students, including retakers and those who are neurodivergent. She brings her extensive legal expertise and dedication to her role and is excited to help students navigate their legal education and careers. Rae looks forward to helping students reach their full potential and achieve their goal of gaining admission to top-tier law schools.
In addition to her professional achievements, Rae is a film aficionado, adding a touch of creativity to her approach to tutoring.
Regina’s busy schedule exemplifies her skill in managing diverse responsibilities. She currently works as a paralegal for FRESH and has served as a writer for the Washington Post and the head journalist for an eSports company. Drawing from her own experiences, she emphasizes the importance of effective time management and strategic planning to handle even the most demanding tasks—a skill she integrates into her tutoring approach.
Coming from a family deeply rooted in the legal profession, Regina is passionate about law and empowering others in their legal pursuits. Recognizing the learnability and importance of the LSAT, she is dedicated to helping students achieve their target scores and unlock their full potential.
As a tutor, Regina is renowned for her personalized approach, tailoring study plans to suit each individual's unique learning style and needs. Her empathetic nature creates a supportive environment where students feel valued and understood. She excels at making students feel comfortable and at ease with her, and she always listens closely to their needs and concerns. Though the LSAT and the process of applying to law schools may seem intimidating, Regina will always be in student’s corners providing support.
When Regina isn’t working or tutoring, she enjoys ice skating, archery, and playing the saxophone. She also has a cocker spaniel named Mochi, whom she adores.
Renata loves coaching and mentoring students, helping them reach their personal and professional goals. Having received mentorship throughout her own law school application process, she understands the value a great coach has to applicants. Just like her mentors, Renata is passionate about helping students build their confidence and identify their strengths, contributing to a successful law school admission. Students she has coached have been accepted to law schools at Georgetown University, the University of Virginia, and UCLA, to name a few.
As a coach, Renata’s greatest strength is looking beyond the technical criteria of a successful law school application, such as a student’s GPA and LSAT score. She takes a holistic approach and aims to help candidates express their full, authentic selves within their application. She encourages and helps applicants stay true to themselves throughout the process.
A fun fact about Renata is she was deeply interested in literature during college. She earned certificates in children’s literature and medieval and Renaissance studies from the University of Pittsburgh and was a Brackenridge Research Fellow.
Ronak holds a BA in psychology from the University of Chicago and a JD from Boston College Law School. Throughout her legal career, she has secured over $20 million in verdicts and settlements in high-impact cases, including wrongful death and wrongful conviction matters. Currently, she serves as the Pro Bono Coordinator for a legal nonprofit, where she fosters meaningful pro bono opportunities for attorneys and promotes access to justice for underserved communities. Before transitioning to nonprofit work, Ronak practiced at civil rights litigation boutiques and later co-founded her own law firm.
In addition to her nonprofit role, Ronak mentors law students at the University of Chicago, offering personalized coaching in writing and interview preparation. She provides in-depth feedback on writing samples for judicial clerkship and law firm applications, conducts mock interviews, and refines students' resumes and cover letters to enhance their competitiveness in the legal job market.
Ronak's extensive experience in mentoring and admissions consulting enables her to build strong connections with students. She combines her knowledge of the admissions landscape with a patient, empathetic approach, offering thoughtful and actionable feedback. Her ability to guide students with clarity and precision makes her a trusted coach. She takes a structured approach, focusing on organization and step-by-step guidance, while also remaining flexible and adapting when needed. She creates a relaxed, conversational atmosphere that makes students feel at ease, fostering confidence through positivity and encouragement.
A fun fact about Ronak is she can speak Gujarati, Hindi, and Spanish!
Drawing from his extensive admissions coaching experience and personal journey of overcoming obstacles to secure admission to Harvard, Samuel possesses great insights into the admissions process. His coaching philosophy is centered around empowering applicants to tell their stories effectively. He believes that a well-crafted personal statement can make all the difference in an application, and he is dedicated to helping his students produce statements that highlight their strengths and aspirations. His goal is to assist applicants in gaining admission to their desired law schools, regardless of their background or circumstances.
Witnessing the success of his students, Samuel has become a staunch advocate for the transformative power of dedicated effort, or “no-oh-ryuk” in Korean. He firmly believes that law school admission mastery is directly proportional to the time and effort invested in understanding and practicing its intricacies. By taking the time to get to know students as individuals, he can tailor his approach to their needs and preferences.
In addition to his academic and admissions prowess, Samuel brings a diverse set of experiences and interests to the table. From being a newspaper reporter in Seoul to a rock-climbing enthusiast, his passion for exploring new challenges and environments parallels his approach to counseling—dynamic, engaging, and always striving for excellence.
In his spare time, Samuel enjoys watching his favorite TV shows like Homeland, Girls, Key & Peele, and Midnight Diner, as well as classic movies such as Armageddon, My Girl, Forrest Gump, and A Bitter Sweetlife. He stays informed by reading The New York Times and stays active by trail biking, swimming, and playing soccer. Samuel also enjoys playing Chinese chess and is a huge fan of Korean food.
Samuel's unique blend of academic excellence and real-world experience sets him apart as an LSAT tutor. His journey began in the vibrant city of Seoul, South Korea, where, as a newspaper reporter, he developed a keen eye for detail and a deep understanding of diverse perspectives. At the renowned Pagoda Academy in South Korea, Samuel specialized in teaching the LSAT, GRE, and other subjects to non-native English speakers. This experience has honed his ability to distill complex LSAT concepts into clear, understandable lessons, making him a particularly effective tutor for students from various linguistic backgrounds.
Witnessing the success of his students, many of whom were ESL learners, Samuel has become a staunch advocate for the transformative power of dedicated effort, or “no-oh-ryuk” in Korean. He firmly believes that mastery of the LSAT is directly proportional to the time and effort invested in understanding and practicing its intricacies.
Drawing from his extensive LSAT coaching experience, Samuel possesses unique insights into the exam and generously shares his knowledge with applicants. His goal is to help students achieve their target scores and secure admission to their dream law schools, no matter their background or circumstances.
As a tutor, Samuel offers personalized guidance and targeted strategies on how to improve students’ LSAT scores as efficiently as possible. He understands that the LSAT is a challenging exam and that each student has their own strengths and weaknesses. Samuel works closely with candidates to identify areas for improvement and develop a customized study plan that fits their needs.
In his spare time, Samuel enjoys watching his favorite TV shows like Homeland, Girls, Key & Peele, and Midnight Diner, as well as classic movies such as Armageddon, My Girl, Forrest Gump, and A Bitter Sweetlife. He stays informed by reading The New York Times and stays active by trail biking, swimming, and playing soccer. Samuel also enjoys playing Chinese chess and is a huge fan of Korean food.
Shelly shifted her focus to admissions counseling several years ago, using her unique perspective and insights to assist both American and international clients in their applications to top law schools. Students she’s worked with have gained acceptance into prestigious institutions such as Harvard, NYU, Columbia, Stanford, Berkeley, Chicago, UPenn, Cornell, Georgetown, UCLA, and more, often securing scholarships in the process.
Passionate about the transformative power of education, Shelly finds immense satisfaction in coaching aspiring law students. She aims to distill each student’s background and aspirations into a compelling narrative that impresses admissions committees.
As a coach, Shelly excels at highlighting students' unique strengths and helping them stand out in highly competitive applicant pools. She is adept at helping candidates weave a well-thought-out story from their background that is both compelling and professional. She assists students in maintaining a consistent pace and ensuring steady outputs, all while managing their application deadlines effectively. Shelly's approachable demeanor and commitment to student success make her a favorite among those she coaches.
Shelly once had a key role in a TV show called "Blind Date" during her twenties. This experience helped her develop a keen eye for compelling narrative. She is also the co-founder of Frontline Hero, an organization created to support families of frontline workers who have fallen critically ill or passed away from COVID-19.
Solomon currently works for the federal government, and also teaches as an adjunct professor at Loyola Law School. Before attending law school, Solomon earned a B.A. in political science and psychology from Columbia University. He also worked as an analyst in the legal department of an investment bank.
Solomon has always been passionate about mentorship and guiding aspiring and practicing attorneys so they can successfully pursue their goals. He benefited greatly from many amazing mentors throughout his legal career, so he strives to pass on that knowledge and wisdom to others.
As a coach, Solomon understands that each applicant is different. He takes the time to get to know students on a personal level, enabling him to understand their backgrounds, experiences, and aspirations. He provides personalized and detailed feedback, highlighting each applicant’s strongest attributes to help them stand out in the law school admissions process.
When Solomon isn’t coaching, he enjoys snowboarding.
Prior to law school, Steph earned her Bachelor’s degree in political science and government from California State University, Long Beach, graduating summa cum laude. After graduating from law school, she worked as an associate at a family law firm in Beverly Hills. She currently works as an assistant supporting the head of television business affairs at the Creative Artists Agency. With a diverse professional background, Steph is interested in family, human rights, and civil rights law.
Steph's journey to law school was inspired by her deep-seated desire to make a meaningful difference in people's lives. As the first person in her family to go to law school, she embraced the challenge and worked very hard to understand the application process inside and out. Now, she leverages these insights to effectively guide and support others on their journey to law school.
Combining her extensive knowledge of the law school application and her passion for helping others, Steph is adept at breaking down this challenging yet exciting process into manageable steps. With her compassionate guidance and unwavering support, she hopes students can embark on this transformative journey with confidence, knowing they have a trusted ally by their side every step of the way.
When she’s not busy mentoring or lawyering, Steph enjoys attending live music shows, watching films, and performing herself. In fact, she started college as a theater major and always wanted to be an actress growing up!
Upon completing her undergraduate studies, Stephanie decided to pursue a career in law, fuelled by her strong desire to make meaningful impacts in the field. Her commitment to her studies at Emory Law led her to graduate with honors and secure a full-time job at a top law firm before graduation. During her time at Emory, Stephanie not only excelled academically but also proved her ability to analyze and address complex legal issues effectively.
Stephanie's ultimate passion is empowering others through education. She firmly believes in the importance of a comprehensive and tailored approach to tutoring, adjusting her strategies to meet the specific needs of each student. She brings a wealth of practical experience in law along with an in-depth understanding of the bar.
As a tutor, Stephanie’s strengths lie in her ability to break down complex legal principles into understandable concepts, aiding students in their journey to becoming legal professionals. Her strong foundation in critical thinking and communication enhances her teaching, ensuring students feel prepared and confident not only for the bar but for their future legal careers as well. Stephanie is eager to use her extensive knowledge, experience, and passion for law to help students reach their full potential.
When not tutoring, Stephanie enjoys taking in the beauty and diversity of the world through travel. She is a firm believer in maintaining a healthy work-life balance and also loves spending quality time with her family and friends.
Before attending law school, Sultan served as a teacher at Fairfax County Public Schools. This experience became a solid foundation for his teaching career, which he continued to pursue at Temple Law as a teaching assistant. Sultan's professional journey also includes serving as in-house counsel for tech companies, advising on complex cybersecurity issues. These legal roles have equipped him with the diverse knowledge he uses to guide his students through their bar exam preparation.
Sultan is passionate about imparting his extensive knowledge of the law and teaching methodologies to his students. He has developed a knack for understanding the struggles of his students and provides them with the necessary support to achieve their goals.
As a bar exam tutor, Sultan excels at simplifying complex legal concepts. He guides students through the intricacies of the bar exam preparation process, ensuring that they not only understand the content of the exam but also develop strategies for tackling it effectively. Additionally, he is skilled in developing and implementing custom lesson plans that meet diverse learning needs, assessing student progress, and utilizing technology to enhance student learning.
Outside of work, Sultan is a well-traveled individual who finds joy in exploring the great outdoors. His love for hiking has taken him to numerous national parks across the United States. In addition to his love for nature, Sultan is a talented percussionist who can skillfully play five percussion instruments.
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Sultan completed his Bachelor of Arts in philosophy on a pre-law track at George Mason University before pursuing his Master of Science in cybersecurity from the University of Maine at Augusta. He then completed his JD at Temple University School of Law, focusing on transactional and data privacy law.
Professionally, he has extensive experience serving as in-house counsel for tech companies, advising on complex cybersecurity issues, and teaching and mentoring students. He has a unique blend of expertise in law, cybersecurity, and higher education and is also interested in corporate law.
Sultan is passionate about coaching applicants because he believes in the transformative power of education and the importance of guiding the next generation of leaders. He has an unwavering commitment to excellence and helping students achieve their academic and professional goals.
Sultan’s greatest strengths as a coach include his ability to break down the application process into manageable steps, helping candidates identify and leverage their strengths, and providing tailored advice to navigate the competitive admissions landscape. His personalized approach and deep understanding of the academic and professional requirements of this field make him an invaluable resource for anyone seeking to advance their education and career.
A fun fact about Sultan is that he speaks four languages: English, Dari, Farsi, and Tajik.
Throughout her tenure at Gould, Summer balanced NCAA lacrosse, involvement in sorority life, and active participation in student government. Moreover, she served as a Post-Conviction Justice Project student attorney and distinguished herself as a Saks Institute Scholar. She now thrives as a labor and employment associate at an AmLaw 200 firm in San Diego.
Summer’s educational and professional experience, both in and out of the classroom, has allowed her to curate a passion for coaching, working on a team, and having a positive impact on others, including students. With years of mentoring experience under her belt, she is committed to sharing her expertise and insights into the intricacies of the law school application process with aspiring lawyers. Students Summer has coached have been accepted to top law schools such as Duke, Northwestern, UCLA, and Georgetown.
As a coach, Summer excels at collaborating with students from diverse backgrounds, skillfully highlighting their individual narratives, and effectively communicating them to law school admissions committees. Students she has worked with have received admission to Northwestern, USC Gould, and Duke, among other esteemed institutions.
In her free time, Summer plays ice hockey and lacrosse in amateur leagues in San Diego. She also loves spending time with her two cats, Sergio and Sage, and her two German shepherds, Chief and Rux!
Throughout her tenure at Gould, Summer balanced NCAA lacrosse, involvement in sorority life, and active participation in student government. Moreover, she served as a Post-Conviction Justice Project student attorney and distinguished herself as a Saks Institute Scholar. She graduated with honors and now thrives as a labor and employment associate at an AmLaw 200 firm in San Diego.
Immediately after law school, Summer passed the California bar exam on her first attempt, making her one of the youngest in the state to reach that milestone. Understanding the intense pressure and challenges students face when preparing for the bar, she is dedicated to helping others succeed. With deep expertise across all areas of the exam, she has successfully led numerous students to conquer the bar on their first try.
As a tutor, Summer excels at delivering personalized, expert guidance that empowers students to succeed. Whether they are first-time test-takers or returning test-takers, she is committed to guiding them through this challenging journey with confidence. Her fresh approach to tackling bar exam questions sets her apart, and she strikes the perfect balance between patience and knowing when to push students toward success. Summer believes the bar exam is as much a mental battle as it is a test of knowledge, and she focuses on teaching students how to triumph in that battle.
In her free time, Summer enjoys playing lacrosse in an amateur league in San Diego, hanging out with her two cats, Sergio and Sage, and her two dogs, Chief and Rux.
Talia has guided students to admission to top law schools such as George Washington, Washington, and Boston U. She is fervent about mentoring students through the complex and competitive journey of applying to law school. She understands how difficult and confusing it is for students applying to law school and is committed to making the process more manageable by helping applicants stay organized and goal-oriented at each step.
As a coach, Talia’s strength lies in her meticulous approach to personal statements, ensuring applicants find the perfect combination of precision and creativity. She believes in the importance of presenting an authentic and compelling narrative, and she helps students identify and highlight their unique strengths so that their individuality shines.
In addition to her love of mentoring, Talia also brings her wide breadth of industry knowledge to the application process. Being well-versed in the challenges and expectations of the legal world, Talia knows what will make an applicant stand out as a prospective attorney.
When she is not coaching, Talia enjoys becoming lost, whether it be in the trees of a solitary hike, other worlds of a deep television binge, or the intricacies of a complicated baking endeavor.
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Tamar graduated from Vanderbilt University with a double major in English and gender studies. While studying at Michigan, she spent a semester in Cape Town, South Africa, working in the Refugee Clinic at the University of Cape Town. After graduating from law school, she completed her two-year Skadden Fellowship and continued working with foster youth as a staff attorney at the Youth Law Center.
Tamar now serves as a practitioner-in-residence at the Civil Advocacy Clinic at American University Washington College of Law. She has several years of experience guiding students through the law school application process and has been instrumental in helping students gain admission to some of the country's top law schools at UCLA, UVA, Georgetown, Northwestern, and others.
Passionate about coaching, Tamar derives immense satisfaction from guiding students through the law school application process. She uses her experience as a graduate student instructor at the University of Michigan to help applicants prepare for the rigors of law school. She is also known for her ability to keep applicants organized and calm while also providing enthusiastic support and encouragement. She is very detail-oriented and is adept at helping candidates refine their application drafts to ensure they present their best selves. Tamar eagerly looks forward to assisting Juris students in achieving their law school aspirations.
In her spare time, Tamar loves reading, stress baking, and taking naps in the afternoon. She is also trying to learn how to surf.
Tamara has a keen interest in education law, public interest, and admissions advising. However, admissions advising is more than just a professional pursuit for her—it’s a personal passion. Having experienced its transformative impact firsthand as a student, she deeply appreciates the difference it can make. These personal experiences played an important role in shaping her into a high-achieving student throughout her academic journey.
With her diverse legal background, Tamara offers firsthand expertise to guide students through the law school admissions process, from drafting compelling admissions essays to applying for scholarships. She excels at breaking down the complex process into manageable steps, ensuring it is accessible and easy to understand. Tamara’s dedication goes beyond the basics; she is committed to going the extra mile to ensure every student she works with achieves their goals and realizes their full potential.
In her free time, Tamara loves taking long early morning and evening walks and watching documentaries with her family and friends.
Troy has a Bachelor’s degree in ethics, politics, and economics from Yale University and a JD from Harvard Law School. They have nine years of experience coaching students through the JD admissions process. After graduating from Yale, Troy taught math and science in the Mississippi Delta with Teach for America (TFA). After TFA, they pursued their passion for supporting socioeconomic equality through summer positions at the Securities and Exchange Commission and the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau while attending Harvard Law. At the same time, Troy kept up their interest in education by consulting for standardized test designers.
With a wealth of experience in coaching and tutoring, Troy expertly guides students through every step of the application process. Having worked with hundreds of students, they are dedicated to cultivating individual growth and empowering each student to reach their full potential.
As a dedicated coach, Troy excels at guiding students through the intricate law school admissions process. They provide invaluable support in navigating its complexities, streamlining the process to alleviate student stress. Troy works closely with each student to help them present their best selves to top-tier law schools, ensuring they effectively highlight their unique strengths, experiences, and aspirations.
When Troy isn't coaching, they enjoy exploring their vast knowledge of coffee, cocktails, and Japanese denim. They also have a background in streaming on Twitch, where they were a speedrunner for the cult indie game Crypt of the Necrodancer. Additionally, Troy is the proud owner of a tortoiseshell cat named Demerara.
After graduating from UCSB with honors, Victoria gained considerable experience in the media and entertainment industry. While at USC, she served on the boards of the Entertainment Law Society, Music Law Society, and Black Law Students Association. Additionally, she gained practical experience within the entertainment industry working at Hello Sunshine, the Walt Disney Company, and Universal Music Group. Victoria is also an active volunteer at the non-profit organization, California Lawyers for the Arts, which serves the creative arts community.
Victoria has a passion for guiding prospective law students through the application process, stemming from her experience as the first in her family to attend law school. She understands the value of mentorship and the impact it can have on a student's success, and she believes in the potential of every student to excel in the competitive world of law school admissions.
As a coach, Victoria excels at recognizing the unique qualities of each applicant. She has a knack for helping students express these qualities in their applications, allowing them to present their best selves to their dream schools. She excels at providing strategic guidance on the entire application process, from identifying optimal schools to crafting effective essays and building strong narratives. Victoria looks forward to offering her expertise and mentorship to Juris students and guiding them as they fulfill their aspirations of pursuing legal careers. She aims to empower students to become the best versions of themselves and is excited about the possibilities each student brings to the table.
In her free time, Victoria indulges in her love of travel, music festivals, and exploring new culinary delights at different restaurants.
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After taking the LSAT, Zach realized the key to success isn’t the virtue of natural talent or luck but a very focused approach to standardized testing. He managed to increase his LSAT, SAT, and even GPA by reforming his study methods using scientifically proven methods, which he now shares with students to help them achieve similar success.
Zach’s passion for helping others began early; he has been tutoring for as long as he can remember– ever since middle school at the local public library. As he grew older and more advanced, he would teach either formally or informally to friends, students, and colleagues. With over a decade of tutoring experience, he’s helped students gain admission to prestigious schools such as Duke, Cornell, and Northwestern.
As a tutor, Zach excels in the Logical Reasoning section, where he achieved a perfect score. He doesn’t believe in a one-size-fits-all approach. He values understanding each student's unique habits and background as much as sharing successful tools and strategies that have worked for him and previous students.
He brings a flexible approach to tutoring, often pausing for a side story or to poke fun at a question. He prefers shorter tutoring sessions to ensure optimal information retention without unnecessary stress. Above all, he believes in score improvement. He doesn’t adhere to popular opinions on what makes good studying; he prioritizes strategies proven to deliver tangible results!
In his free time, Zach enjoys challenging himself. He won a talent show by eating a birthday cake in under three minutes, traveled to 10 countries in 53 days, and jumped off a cliff into a channel with poisonous sea snakes!
Zev holds a Bachelor's in political science and government from Touro University, where he served as vice president of the Political Science Club and editor of the Political Science Journal. Zev discovered his passion for academic coaching while studying and through his experience coaching high school basketball. He came to understand the rewarding nature of playing a part in helping students achieve their dreams. He enjoys seeing students, often for the first time, actually voice what drives them, excites them, and even scares them. Zev takes great satisfaction in guiding students to translate those feelings into exceptional application materials.
As a coach, Zev’s coaching style is both supportive and motivating. His greatest strength is helping students identify what is important to them and guiding them to accomplish their goals accurately and efficiently. With expertise as a seasoned lawyer, he is well-positioned and eager to share insights about his path to law school, the steps to gaining admission to top law schools, and the career opportunities available to aspiring students. He is excited to help students embark on their journey to law school!
In his spare time, Zev enjoys coaching and playing basketball, running, and spending quality time with his family. His passion for running keeps him active, and his commitment to his family keeps him grounded.
