Harriet Dadzie

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.