Duke University School of Law Is Within Reach With Juris Education

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. 

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.

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.