André Ceccotti

At NYU Law, André graduated magna cum from law school and was also awarded the Public Interest Scholarship. He also participated in the Family Defense Clinic and the Federal Defender Clinic, further shaping his dedication to public service and systems reform. Before entering private practice, André served as an assistant public defender, where he gained extensive trial and negotiation experience while representing clients in challenging circumstances. Earlier, he worked with community-based nonprofits, focusing on reforming systems that impact marginalized populations. These formative experiences gave him firsthand insight into the challenges and rewards of navigating competitive public interest pathways. Currently, André practices civil rights law in North Carolina, where he represents wrongfully convicted individuals, pursuing justice through civil rights suits against the law enforcement officers and municipalities responsible for their wrongful arrests, prosecutions, and convictions.

André brings years of advocacy, admissions, and mentorship experience to his role as a coach. Throughout his career, he has seen how mentorship, strong storytelling, and a clear sense of purpose can transform lives. These are the same qualities he brings to law school admissions coaching. His background as a litigator and civil rights lawyer has sharpened his skills in persuasive writing and strategic advocacy, which he now uses to guide students in uncovering their unique stories and presenting themselves authentically, beyond grades and test scores.

Originally from Belo Horizonte, Brazil, André is fluent in Portuguese and Spanish and proficient in Italian. In his free time, he enjoys reading speculative fiction, running, and thrifting for vintage clothing.