Law School Admissions Consulting in Chicago, IL

Michael is a dedicated legal professional with a robust background in civil rights, criminal defense, post-conviction work, and higher education administration. Throughout his career, he has demonstrated a commitment to student success and institutional integrity. He has developed behavioral intervention teams, prosecuted cases on behalf of universities, and managed social media platforms and day-to-day student affairs operations through his pipeline program. His legal expertise has been further honed through clerkships and legal assistant roles, where he conducted legal research, drafted motions, and provided defense strategies. Michael's accomplishments reflect his diligence, leadership, and passion for advancing education and legal justice.

As a coach, Michael prioritizes openness and honesty when sharing his professional insights, ensuring students understand the realities of their chosen path. His coaching philosophy is deeply rooted in transparency, as he believes that clear, candid guidance is essential for personal and professional growth. Michael encourages students to strive for excellence and push beyond their limits, helping them unlock their full potential. With his approachable demeanor, he connects with students on a personal level, meeting them where they are in their journey. From there, he provides tailored advice, valuable insights, and practical tools that empower them to make meaningful progress toward their goals.

In his free time, Michael enjoys reading, watching sports, spending time with family, visiting art and history museums, and investing in the stock market.

Lauryn’s academic journey began at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), where she graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in Spanish with honors. She was a Division 1 athlete in rowing, earning multiple honors, including the Dean’s Honors List and the PAC 12 Silver Medal. She also studied abroad at Universidad de Belgrano in Buenos Aires, Argentina. She then earned a Master of Science in Law from Northwestern Pritzker School of Law, where she was the convocation speaker and wrote a thesis on healthcare data privacy in Belgium, the Netherlands, and Luxembourg before graduating from the George Washington Law School. Currently, her legal practice focuses on renewable energy transactions.

Lauryn’s diverse interests and experiences reflect her dynamic approach to both her professional and personal lives, making her a well-rounded and insightful coach for aspiring law students. She is passionate about empowering students to reach their full potential and accomplish their goals. 

As a coach, Lauryn excels at helping students understand what is required of them throughout the application process and how they can submit a more competitive application. Whether the student is a first-time applicant or a transfer student, she understands the process and helps students break it down into manageable steps to help them succeed.

In her free time, Lauryn enjoys yoga and swimming.

Ashley graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in English language and literature in just three years, earning the prestigious Bellarmine Medal as the valedictorian of her class. After graduating from Georgetown Law, she has been practicing as a Construction Litigation Attorney, currently serving as a 6th Year Associate at Smith Currie Oles law firm. 

Ashley has always been dedicated to supporting others academically, whether it be tutoring, editing papers, reviewing resumes, or helping with applications. She believes in the importance of helping individuals navigate challenging or uncharted territories. Recognizing the complexity of the law school application process, Ashley took on the role of a coach to provide a reliable resource for applicants seeking answers, guidance, and support. Her goal is to empower applicants to succeed in finding a law school that aligns with their goals and values.

As a coach, Ashley's strengths include time management and helping students create schedules that are reasonable yet focused on achieving their goals. As an English major, she is also an excellent writer and editor. She expertly assists students in deconstructing essay topics, offering guidance on content selection and structuring, and refining their writing through thorough revisions. She ensures students can transform their initial drafts into polished pieces they are proud to put their names on.  

In addition to her impressive record, Ashley’s dedication and expertise in construction litigation have earned her quite the reputation, including being named among the "Ones to Watch" in Construction Litigation by Best Lawyers in America from 2022 to 2024.

While at NYU, Christina was recognized for her achievements as a Presidential Honors Scholar and Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholar. As a lawyer, Christina believes in due process and that everyone should have access to justice. Prior to attending law school, she served in the Pro Bono department at Safe Passage Project, recruiting and supporting volunteer interpreters and over 400 pro bono attorneys to help unaccompanied minors secure permanent legal relief.

Christina’s passion for coaching began when she started informally coaching several friends and law students through the application process. She thoroughly enjoys helping students draft and edit compelling personal statements, build strong resumes and addenda, and write excellent diversity statements. She has helped students prepare for their law school interviews and secure thousands of dollars in scholarships through scholarship negotiation with schools and by applying to outside scholarship opportunities.

As a coach, Christina’s greatest strength is thinking outside of the box to help candidates build a strong profile for law school. She is a major advocate for informal networking and believes it is not only a key part of the law school admissions process but is also excellent for career development later on. Additionally, Christina excels at helping students find ways to increase face time with law schools, obtain fee waivers, and draft letters of continued interest to help them stand out from other candidates.

Jesse graduated magna cum laude from Emory with a Bachelor's in business administration with dual concentrations in information systems and operations management and marketing and Chinese language and literature. Jesse’s commitment to law and technology at USC led the Legal Technology Association to a third-place finish at the 2020 Los Angeles Global Legal Hackathon, where they pitched an idea for a mental health app for practicing attorneys and law firms. 

In 2020, he published a novel titled "Underdog" about his law school experience, as well as the experiences of classmates, professors, law school deans, and startup founders within the USC Gould legal community. Jesse has a strong track record of supporting students in their writing processes, having tutored both undergraduate and graduate students across various subjects. Currently, he specializes in litigation law and works for a New York City-based firm.

As an admissions coach, Jesse excels at providing comprehensive strategies for the admissions process. He helps students craft persuasive narratives, optimally structure their arguments, and leverage their unique qualities to make an impression on top-tier law schools. He is committed to helping students reach their goals and become part of the nation's elite legal community. Having faced and overcome the challenges of applying to law school himself, he understands the stress and pressure students experience and works diligently to give them the best chance of success.

Beyond his professional pursuits, Jesse loves spicy foods and is a dedicated gym-goer. He enjoys exploring his new home of New York City and is always open to meeting prospective students for a cup of coffee.

Sriya completed her BA in economics at Kenyon College. She has interned at notable firms, including Jenner & Block, and has served as a Fulbright English Teaching Assistant in Malaysia. Before her law school journey, she spent three years researching and coaching herself through the admissions process. Through years of self-study, she gained a strong understanding of how to navigate law school admissions. Sriya is passionate about sharing her experience and what she has learned to help students put their best foot forward to admissions committees. 

Sriya has extensive experience as an admissions coach helping applicants at all stages of the law school application process, from assessing whether attending law school aligns with their goals to editing statements to walking them through submitting applications. She genuinely enjoys getting to know students, answering their questions, and helping them craft impactful applications. 

As a coach, Sriya excels at helping applicants brainstorm quality personal statement ideas. She also has specialized experience with GPA and LSAT addenda, helping numerous applicants navigate how to best structure them. In addition to her expertise in law school applications, Sriya has extensive experience coaching students through interviews. She guides students through their interview nerves, helping them deliver genuine and purposeful responses.

Sriya takes each student's efforts, time, and dreams seriously. She loves sharing her experiences at different big law firms with students, passing on advice from established lawyers, and sharing networking basics that can change a student's law school experience. 

When Sriya isn't coaching, she loves watching movies, reading, and dancing.