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Graduating first in his class in law with a University Medal, Brent went on to teach and research in Australian law schools. He was also a researcher and law clerk for Australia’s final appellate court, the High Court of Australia (equivalent to the US Supreme Court).
Prior to attending Yale, Brent held academic fellowships at Harvard, Cambridge, and the Yale School of Drama and received several prestigious awards, including the Hauser Scholarship to NYU Law, a Cambridge International Scholarship, and the Beinecke Fellowship at Yale. He has also served as a lecturer at Yale Law School and a fellow for the Stanford Center for Law and History.
As a law school admissions consultant, legal scholar, lawyer, historian, and first-generation graduate, Brent cares deeply about access to the law and legal training. He is committed to inclusivity and helping prospective law school applicants from diverse backgrounds realize their goal of attending law school. Brent has mentored numerous candidates through the law school application process and possesses an intimate knowledge of law school culture.
Brent believes the relationship between a law school admissions counselor and applicant is built on reliability, transparency, availability, collaboration, and kindness (and a healthy dash of good humor along the way). Brent is thrilled at the prospect of getting to know you, learning about your law school dreams, and helping make your dreams come true!
A fun fact about Brent is that he worked in arts management before law school—particularly in the performing arts. He was exposed to the creative, technological, and business processes of the theater and music industry and broader concerns confronting these industries, including the desperate shortage of funding and the limited opportunities to produce new Australian artworks and works of underrepresented groups. These first-hand experiences were formative in defining his interest in the law and social justice issues.
Before attending law school, Jay graduated with a Bachelor of Arts from the University at Buffalo. He also studied at the Université Grenoble Alpes and the University of Rochester, developing proficiency in French and global political studies. While pursuing his JD and LLM, Jay was named to the Dean’s List and was inducted into the Order of the Curia.
As a counselor, Jay draws from decades of mentoring experience, helping law and graduate school students refine their academic narratives and pursue transformative opportunities. He currently serves as the Chief People, Business & Operations Officer of a premier Illinois higher education institution. His professional background includes senior HR and operational leadership roles at institutions like Youth Guidance, Lurie Children’s Hospital, and Adaptive Behavioral Services, where he led national initiatives in compliance, talent development, and strategic planning.
Jay’s coaching approach is grounded in his passion for education, equity, and strategic career development. He empowers students to find purpose in their academic and professional journeys, aligning their goals with opportunities for meaningful impact. Jay enjoys tutoring, mentoring, and leading students onto educational and career paths that will make their working lives extraordinary.
Karen began her higher education journey with a BA in Latin American studies from Vanderbilt University. She was named to the Dean’s List every semester while in college and received the Texas Law Dean's Achievement Award in Immigration and Environmental Law while in law school. Following her graduation in the top 10% of her class from Texas Law, Karen was inducted into the Order of the Coif.
Her practice has focused principally on refugee protection in law and policy. Karen’s interest in this area began before law school, when she worked in Guatemala and witnessed many factors driving displacement. After law school, she spent five years providing direct legal services to dozens of asylum seekers, helping them navigate a complex process to obtain relief. Subsequently, she spent over four years working on legal and policy issues at the UN Refugee Agency. In her role, she led initiatives to better align US law with standards under international refugee and human rights law, such as by drafting technical comments to proposed regulations and preparing amicus briefs to file in strategic federal litigation, including before the US Supreme Court.
Over the years, Karen has benefited significantly from the counsel of wonderful mentors and deeply enjoyed mentoring law students and young attorneys. She is passionate about and dedicated to supporting individuals who aspire to attend law school and pursue legal careers, drawing on a decade of coaching experience. As a former Clinical Teaching Fellow & Supervising Attorney at Georgetown University Law Center, she worked with students as they considered decisions about summer internships and post-graduation career paths, helped them identify opportunities that appealed to their interests, and provided strategic guidance on how to present themselves as strong candidates and achieve their goals.
As an admissions coach, Karen tailors her approach to each applicant. From the start, she takes the time to understand their goals, strengths, and areas for growth. She then works closely with them to design and implement a personalized plan that maximizes their chances of success. Karen is highly skilled at providing thoughtful, constructive feedback and is deeply committed to supporting applicants throughout the process. Her diverse experience with students, attorneys, and professionals across a range of contexts makes her a valuable resource for law school applicants.
Sanjeet completed his legal education in India and wanted to pursue an LLM in the United States to broaden his global understanding of law and expand his career options internationally. He was aiming for an Ivy League program for its academic depth, cross-border coursework, and access to top-tier networks and opportunities.
Sanjeet earned admission to six of the ten LLM programs he applied to, including Harvard Law School.
After graduating with a JD from Boston College Law School and beginning her career in general practice, Katie realized her long-term career goals required deeper, specialized training in taxes and corporate restructuring. She needed a clear story that explained her motivations and gave her the best chance at acceptance into a tax-focused LLM program.
Katie was accepted to three of the five LLM programs she applied to and chose to attend the New York University School of Law.
The best time to start crafting your LLM application for law school depends on when you want to submit it. However, perfecting your application takes time. You must complete an LSAC application, write a personal statement, obtain recommender letters, build a tailored CV, and more. We recommend starting your LLM application well in advance of program deadlines.
Every counselor we work with must first undergo a meticulous screening process to ensure we only pair LLM applicants with the most knowledgeable, empathetic legal professionals. We choose your counselor based on numerous factors, including your target programs, your interests, and other information you include in your intake form.
We can help you apply to any law school and LLM program on your list.
Yes, we work with candidates who have obtained a legal degree abroad and want to apply to a U.S. LLM program.
Yes, we support applicants throughout the entire LLM admissions process. Your counselor will help you write and edit a personal statement, develop a plan to get stellar recommendations, refine your resume, and prepare for interviews. Your counselor is your partner in the LLM admissions process, from start to finish.
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