Our Interview With Robert Tsigler, Managing Partner at the Law Offices of Robert Tsigler, PLCC

Our Interview With Robert Tsigler

Robert Tsigler is the Managing Partner at the Law Offices of Robert Tsigler, PLCC, and graduated with a J.D. from NYU School of Law in 2009. Tsigler specializes in Criminal Defense, Family Law, Divorce Law, and Immigration Law.

1) What motivated you to pursue a career in law? 

I wanted to fight for justice and combat injustice.

2) What do you wish you had known about the law school application process before you applied?

I wish I had known that law school doesn’t necessarily prepare you to be a practicing attorney but only teaches you how to think like an attorney.

3) A lot of students struggle with the law school personal statement. What did your brainstorming, writing, and editing process look like, and what do you think made yours stand out from the crowd?

I approached the personal statement with the mindset that it was my opportunity to showcase my individuality and values beyond grades and test scores.

4) What was the biggest challenge that caught you off guard when you sat down to write the LSAT?

The biggest challenge that caught me off guard when I sat down to write the LSAT was managing the time pressure. I approached it hands-on, like how I handle my clients as a practicing attorney, focusing on practical problem-solving rather than overthinking each question.

5) How much work experience did you gain before applying to law school? What opportunities did you pursue, and what helped you the most during the application process?

I went straight to law school after college as I already knew I wanted to become an attorney as soon as possible.

7) How do you think AI is affecting law school admissions?

The full extent of AI is not yet known, and I am sure it will have both positive and negative impacts on law school admissions.

8) What led you to specialize in Criminal Defense? What advice would you give to someone looking to pursue your specialty? What activities/events/opportunities would you recommend for students wanting to pursue Criminal Defense?

The pursuit of justice for all led me to practice Criminal Defense. I wanted to make sure I can do my part to help protect the rights of individuals and corporations against the unlimited resources of the government.

9) What are the biggest sacrifices you’ve had to make to pursue a career in law?

Personal time and emotional investment are the biggest sacrifices I have had to make while pursuing a career in law. The emotional turmoil, along with sleepless nights and long hours are things that I personally have had to go through while defending clients through the most difficult events of their lives.

10) Did you have mentors/assistance/guidance when applying to law school? If so, how did they help guide you through the process?

No, I mainly relied on myself when applying to law school. I did a lot of research on my own, including studying for the LSAT, understanding the application process, and selecting schools that aligned with my goals. Self-reliance is just as important.

11) Bonus question: How much would we have to pay you to take the LSAT again?

Too much!