Aiming for Duke University School of Law? 

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 candidates and reviewed applications from hundreds of students worldwide, providing him with unique insights into the admissions process. Students he has worked with have successfully gained admission to top law schools including Harvard, Georgetown, Duke, Northwestern, UC Berkeley, UChicago, Columbia, NYU, UVA, Boston College, and others.

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 sets him apart as a counselor, allowing 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.

Harriet earned a Bachelor's degree in finance with a minor in law and society from the University of Maryland, College Park. During college, Harriet studied business abroad in Vienna, Austria, held multiple leadership roles, and worked in the Education Abroad Office

While studying at Duke University School of Law, Harriet was involved in various organizations, including 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 U.S., Harriet is passionate about coaching others through the application process and leveraging her background, education, and professional experiences to guide students to their dream careers. She aims to share her knowledge and connections to help applicants submit successful applications and choose the right academic environment in which to thrive. 

Harriet recognizes that the law school application process involves numerous factors and choices. She excels at cost-benefit analyses of law schools and ensures students make informed choices that prioritize their goals. Harriet believes each candidate can create a competitive application when the process is broken into manageable steps. Students Harriet has coached have been accepted to top schools, including Duke, Northwestern, and UC Berkeley, among others. 

Harriet brings a wealth of expertise to her role as a coach for prospective law students. Known for her transparency, positivity, and ability to craft compelling narratives, she helps students create authentic personal statements that highlight their unique contributions to law schools and the broader legal community. Harriet also offers extensive guidance on law school applications, interview preparation, and navigating the legal profession with confidence and clarity.

Outside of her professional pursuits, Harriet enjoys exploring new cities, reading fantasy novels, and indulging in reality television.

At Rice University, Oria was deeply involved in campus life, serving as Co-Director of the Rice African Student Association (RASA) Dance and participating in the inaugural Black Excellence Gala. Her academic achievements earned her the Sharon Stephens Brehm Undergraduate Psychology Scholarship, and she conducted research on diversity training myths as part of her undergraduate studies.

At Duke University, Oria served as External Vice President of the Texas Club Executive. During her 1L summer, Oria worked as a Summer Associate at Norton Rose Fulbright in Dallas, Texas, focusing on mergers & acquisitions and restructuring. She has also gained legal experience as an associate intern at Kirkland & Ellis and as an SEO law fellow at Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP.

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 goals. 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 arise throughout the application process by gathering and sharing resources with applicants and helping them communicate professionally with schools. 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.