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As Associate Dean for Student Affairs at CUNY School of Law and Union Theological Seminary, Yvette supported students academically, professionally, and personally. At Union, she also served as Assistant Director of Recruitment, giving her direct experience in application review and admissions outreach. She has advised students on character and fitness certification, guided them through bar admission, and contributed to institutional admissions strategy.
Yvette’s lengthy higher education journey includes a BA in international studies, culture, and communications from CUNY, an MA in sociology and applied social research from Queens College, and a JD with a focus in housing and community economic development from CUNY School of Law. Yvette also earned a Master of Divinity in psychiatry, religion, and social ethics from Union Theological Seminary, and EdD in higher education management from UPenn. She has also received multiple certifications in project management, business management, executive leadership, human rights & business consulting and others from the U.S. Institute of Diplomacy & Human Rights, the Management & Strategy Institute, Cornell University, and the NYC Department of Health & Mental Hygiene.
Beyond admissions and education, Yvette has extensive experience in nonprofit leadership as Chief Operating Officer of a housing and economic development organization and Executive Director of a residential shelter, where she managed multimillion-dollar budgets and mentored emerging leaders. She has chaired the Penn GSE Executive Doctorate Alumni Advisory Board, held leadership roles with University of Pennsylvania alumni associations, and provided pro bono coaching for nonprofit executives. In addition, she served for 15 years on the board of the Fair Housing Justice Center in New York City, including as Board Vice President, where she built partnerships that created internships and educational opportunities for law students and lawyers.
While pursuing her MDiv, Yvette was selected as a Henry Luce Fellow in Indonesia, where she worked with academic and cross-cultural research centers to advance international collaboration and leadership development. More recently, Yvette’s thought leadership has been featured in preLaw Magazine and the New York State Bar Association’s Attorney Well-Being Report. She has also led workshops with the Law School Admission Council’s RISE initiative and received Outstanding Education Leadership and Teaching and Scholarship Trailblazer Awards.
As a coach and mentor, Yvette is known for a student-centered approach that helps applicants tell authentic and impactful stories, claim ownership of their admissions journey, and move through the process with clarity. Students Yvette has coached have been accepted to Columbia Law School, Fordham School of Law, New York Law School, and CUNY School of Law, among others.
Students describe Yvette as an inspiring guide who draws out the narratives they might not have recognized in themselves—she shows them how those stories can ground and sustain them through what they will experience in law school and as they enter the legal profession. Throughout her career, Yvette has been known to create cultures of care and belonging where students feel supported, empowered, and ready to thrive. At the heart of her work is a commitment to helping students find their place and voice in law school.
Yvette enjoys the arts, reading, traveling, and celebrating life with her husband, Arthur, a neuroscience and mindset coach.
Before attending law school, Max graduated from Iona University with a BA in international studies and philosophy. He also earned an MSC in social and cultural psychology from the London School of Economics. As a student at Notre Dame Law School, Max was involved in the Journal of International & Comparative Law, the Journal of College & University Law, and Moot Court International.
Max returned to Notre Dame years after graduation to become the inaugural Director of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, where he helped enroll the most diverse entering classes in Notre Dame’s history. In partnership with the admissions office, he evaluated thousands of personal and diversity statements, revamped recruitment strategies, and launched initiatives that led to a 7% increase in minority enrollment and $17.1 million in new tuition revenue. While serving as Director, Max created signature initiatives like the Dean’s Initiative for Leadership and Scholarly Excellence—a pre-law pipeline offering financial support, mentorship, and academic preparation for historically excluded students. Max is also the host of The Welcome Table for Notre Dame, a podcast where he interviews educators, advocates, and students on law school admissions, equity, and belonging.
Max’s admissions expertise is shaped by his broader legal career, which spans both civil rights and international advocacy. As a staff attorney with the ACLU of Florida, he led a team that successfully challenged the state’s anti-protest law, restoring constitutional protections for more than 21 million Floridians. He also worked as a litigation consultant in New Delhi, advising advocates before India’s Supreme Court on cases involving human rights abuses and systemic discrimination. Earlier in his career, Max prosecuted domestic violence cases in Chicago and represented clients in complex antitrust disputes.
As a coach, Max is known for his thoughtful and values-driven approach. He believes every applicant has a story worth telling—and he works closely with students to uncover their motivations, craft narratives that reflect their authenticity, and submit applications that stand out for both polish and heart. As an attorney, higher education leader, and seasoned admissions advisor who has dedicated his career to advancing justice, equity, and opportunity, Max is passionate about helping aspiring lawyers find their voices in the admissions process.
Outside of his work with students, Max serves on the board of Karuna USA, a nonprofit advancing human rights across the U.S. and South Asia, and finds grounding through meditation, travel, and exploring new cultures through food and language.
John earned a Bachelor of Science from Cornell University before completing his JD at Brooklyn Law School, graduating summa cum laude on a full-ride scholarship. 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.
A former corporate attorney and retired member of both the New York and New Jersey State Bars, 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 enables him to provide students with knowledge of the competitive landscape of law school admissions and to help them identify schools that best align with 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.
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The best time to begin your JD application depends on when you want to submit it. However, perfecting your application documents takes time. A complete JD application requires completing a personal statement, LSAC application, registering for the CAS, securing recommendations, and more.
How long it takes to craft JD applications depends on how many schools you’re applying to, your schedule, and your writing and editing skills. We have worked with successful applicants who have spent two months to two years on their applications.
Every consultant undergoes a meticulous screening process to ensure our team is made up of only the most talented and intelligent consultants. All our team members must demonstrate continued excellence in application support to join us. We select your consultant based on numerous factors, such as your aspirations, needs, background, and the information you gave us in your intake form.
We have admissions experts with substantial law admissions committee experience. They have helped set the admissions criteria, evaluated applications, and interviewed applicants. Our team helps you create an application in the nuanced language that admissions committees appreciate.
Only 2.5% of the admissions consultants we interview each year make it on our team. You can read more about our selection process here. We guarantee that everyone on our team is very knowledgeable about the law school admissions process, loves working with law school applicants, and is passionate about helping you get accepted at your dream law school.
You can reach out to us for help at any point in the application process; your success is our top priority. If you want comprehensive assistance at every step, including pre-law advising and candidacy building, we encourage you to reach out about two or three years before you want to apply to JD programs.
Our expert former admissions committee members, alumni, and Graduate Coaches are passionate about your success. Our team’s experience and understanding of the JD admissions process ensure you get the relevant insights you need to craft a stellar application. We know what admissions committees look for and when intake criteria change. We use these nuances to help you build an application tailored to top law schools’ expectations.
Our JD application support service may be right for you if you want to maximize your chances of acceptance at the country’s top law schools. Our team is ready to deliver relevant insights, compassionate support, and expert guidance.
We’re committed to helping you produce high-quality JD applications. Our experts can provide the clarity you need to navigate the admissions process with ease and gain that competitive edge.
Our three packages are Silver, Gold, and Platinum. The package best suited to your needs depends on what you need out of or JD application support service and how many law schools you’re planning to apply to.
Whatever your dream school is, we’re here to help you get accepted. You don’t need to apply solely to T14 law schools to benefit from our services. Chat with one of our consultants today to learn more about how we can get you into your target law school.
Yes, all of our packages include interview prep. Although many schools don’t hold interviews, they are becoming a more common element of the law school admissions process. Many students may find themselves waitlisted or deferred at some schools while accepted at others. We come in to provide you with the guidance you need to make the best decision for your passions, career, and needs. Our Platinum package also includes support on waitlist, deferral strategy and scholarship applications.
We provide tailored online law school admissions consulting. While sessions are usually held weekly, you and your consultant can choose the best frequency for you throughout the application journey. Our approach ensures you have enough time to polish your application, incorporate feedback, and enhance your materials before each session. You can access our expert in numerous cities across the U.S., tailored to help you achieve your academic goals with confidence. Whether you're applying to top programs like Yale Law School, Harvard Law School, Pritzker School of Law, University of Pennsylvania Carey Law School or Duke University School of Law, our team is here to provide expert guidance at every step.
Yes, Juris Education does offer law school admissions consulting services designed for students with low GPAs.
Our former admissions officers help reframe your academic record by crafting a concise, well-structured GPA addendum that explains the reasons behind your grades, whether due to hardship, a demanding major, or academic growth. We position your GPA as just one part of a broader story of resilience, self-awareness, and upward momentum.
We’ll also develop a customized school list that aligns with your academic history and strengths, prioritizing law schools known for taking a holistic approach and giving significant weight to factors beyond GPA, like LSAT performance, life experience, and personal growth.
We’ll then create a strategic, personalized plan: providing redline edits of your personal and diversity statements to highlight your strengths, perspective, and commitment to law.
Finally, we’ll support you in crafting a standout resume and help you prepare targeted letters of recommendation that vouch for your intellectual ability and growth. If needed, we’ll also help you boost your LSAT score through expert tutoring, since a strong LSAT can go a long way toward balancing a lower GPA.
Take a look at how we’ve helped 100s of students get into law school, including Samuel, who had an undergraduate GPA much lower than his top-choice programs expected. But with our help, Samuel was accepted at Columbia Law School. You can read his review here.
