Yefren Rojas, a Law School Admissions Consultant at Juris Education

Yefren has over a decade of legal experience across two continents. He was originally trained and sworn in as an attorney in Venezuela after receiving his JD from the University Gran Mariscal de Ayacucho Law School. Then, he graduated with an LLM in U.S. Legal Studies from St. John’s University School of Law, where he worked with the Office of Graduate Studies as an official LLM Ambassador, mentoring students through the admissions process.

Yefren completed his law internship at the Manhattan District Attorney’s Office, and earned a half-tuition scholarship to fund his LLM education. He now serves as an Assistant Corporation Counsel with the New York City Law Department, leading cases on behalf of the City. Yefren brings a rare blend of international legal perspective and deep knowledge of the U.S. legal system.

Yefren’s legal journey reflects resilience, adaptability, and an unwavering commitment to justice. He has received multiple accolades for his work and volunteer service, including repeated recognition with the President’s Volunteer Service Award for his leadership and long-term dedication with New York Cares, and the LGBT Bar Association Outstanding Dedication Award for his legal service to the community. He also earned a place on the Dean’s List during his academic career, reflecting his strong academic foundation.

As a coach, Yefren combines his admissions expertise with a heartfelt commitment to mentorship. It was during his time as an LLM Ambassador at St. John’s that he discovered his passion for mentorship and coaching. His approach is strategic, structured, and personalized—helping students bring clarity and impact to their applications through detailed timelines, insightful storytelling, and deep thematic development. Students who Yefren has coached have been accepted to Georgetown University Law Center, St. John’s School of Law, Yeshiva University Cardozo School of Law, CUNY School of Law, and New York Law School.

Yefren has helped numerous aspiring lawyers craft compelling narratives rooted in their unique life journeys. With experience reviewing law school applications, drafting legal memos, and honing litigation skills as a public servant, he is especially skilled at identifying core strengths and turning personal challenges into powerful admissions assets.

Outside of coaching, Yefren is an avid runner and NYC Marathon finisher, a CrossFit enthusiast, and a proud advocate for equity and opportunity in public service. He brings the same energy and discipline to his consulting work that he brings to marathon training and giving back to his community.