Renata Mitchell

At the University of Pittsburgh, Renata graduated with a Bachelor's degree in history and philosophy of science, a minor in the administration of justice, and a certificate in children's literature. During college, she served as a member of the Lambda Sigma Honors Society Selections Committee. She was also awarded the Freddie T. Davy Scholarship by the National Collegiate Honors Council, as well as the Dean's Award from the University of Pittsburgh Honors College. Renata has also co-hosted a law student podcast, Let's Brief It, sponsored by the D.C. Bar, that was formed to familiarize prospective and current law students with different areas of the law and the legal profession. 

Renata loves coaching and mentoring students, helping them reach their personal and professional goals. Having received mentorship throughout her own law school application process, she understands the value a great coach has to applicants. Just like her mentors, Renata is passionate about helping students build their confidence and identify their strengths, contributing to a successful law school admission. Students she has coached have been accepted to law schools at Georgetown University, the University of Virginia, and UCLA, among others. 

As a coach, Renata’s greatest strength is looking beyond the technical criteria of a successful law school application, such as a student’s GPA and LSAT score. She takes a holistic approach and aims to help candidates express their full, authentic selves within their application. She encourages and helps applicants stay true to themselves throughout the process and is excited to work with students ready to start their legal education journeys. 

A fun fact about Renata is that she was a competitive gymnast (level 10) growing up and still enjoys jumping on trampolines in her free time.