Leland+ for Law School

How to Get Into Law School Panel

​In this panel, law school admissions experts Machmud M. (Stanford), Kevin P. (Duke), and Liz C. (University of Houston) will share what it really takes to stand out in today’s competitive applicant pool. From crafting a compelling personal statement and securing strong letters of recommendation to maximizing your LSAT score and building a well-rounded profile, you’ll gain insider perspectives on every stage of the process. ​Whether you’re just beginning to explore law school or are preparing to submit your applications, this session will give you practical strategies, common pitfalls to avoid, and the confidence to approach your applications with clarity and purpose.

Compelling Law School Perspective Statements

A resource for law school applicants seeking to draft compelling perspective statements.

Compelling Law School Personal Statements

A resource for law school applicants seeking to draft compelling personal statements.

How To Write Outstanding Law School Application Essays

​​Your law school application essays are arguably the most important aspect of your law school applications. To have the best outcomes and plenty of options at the end of the process, you need to craft compelling essays with solid narratives that paint a picture beyond your numbers. ​​Join Indrani S., former Stanford Law School Admissions Officer, for this session focusing on topics such as different essay prompts and how best to tackle them, why it makes sense to have two 'main' essays instead of just one, and the dreaded 'why' essays.

Asking a Professor for a Law School Recommendation

A brief guide on how to ask a professor you haven't spoke to in a while for a letter of recommendation to law school.

How To Write Outstanding Law School Application Essays

Your law school application essays are arguably the most important aspect of your law school applications. To have the best outcomes and plenty of options at the end of the process, you need to craft compelling essays with solid narratives that paint a picture beyond your numbers. We will talk about different essay prompts and how best to tackle them, why it makes sense to have two 'main' essays instead of just one, how to handle optional essays and the dreaded 'why' essays.

How to Get Into a Top Law School Panel

Dreaming about getting into a top law school? Join the Leland team for this FREE event to learn admissions process best practices and exclusive insights from Indrani S. (Former Admissions at Stanford Law), Teddy U. (University of Michigan Law School, and Liz C. (Former Admissions at University of Houston Law). ​Our coaches will share key tips and tactical strategies to help you shine in your applications. If you are interested in applying to law schools, have questions about the process, or just want to receive valuable insight, join us.

Top 5 Tips for Your Law School Application

Join Indrani as she goes over her top 5 tips to help you put your best foot forward as you apply to law school! A great law school application requires research, authenticity and hard work, and Indrani will help you strategize. She will go over the importance of the LSAT, putting together a thoughtful school list, who should submit letters of recommendation, how to go about writing your essays and the optimal timeline for getting it all done!

How to Secure Strong Letters of Recommendation

How to give your recommenders the tools, context, and strategy they need to advocate for you effectively.

How to Write a Personal Statement They’ll Remember

This step-by-step guide breaks down exactly how to craft a compelling, memorable personal statement for law school admissions.

From Personal Struggle to Public Interest Law: A Personal Statement Example

Discover how a personal journey of resilience and community sparked a passion for public interest law and a commitment to social justice.

Why Berkeley Essay

Craft a Berkeley essay that stands out from the crowd and gets you into your dream school.

Standout Personal Statement Example

See how to write a compelling personal statement that showcases your unique story, highlights your strengths, and gets you accepted to your dream program!

Finding Your Authentic Self: A Diversity Essay Example

A powerful essay on unlearning stereotypes and embracing individuality. Discover a new perspective on what diversity truly means.

Stanford-specific Essays

Stanford Law is known in part for having a unique set of essay questions. These answers resulted in an acceptance.

Georgetown-Specific Essay Example

I selected this from a list of prompts to write this essay.

Additional Essays: Case Study Worksheet

Practice crafting a stellar additional essay for your law school application.

Additional Essays: Case Study

Case study for understanding how to craft a stellar additional essay for your law school application

Example Scholarship Supplemental Essay | $20,000 Award

A supplemental essay exploring how Jewish values and a commitment to "tikkun olam" influenced a student's journey toward a career in law and social justice.

What Actually Gets You Into Law School, From Admissions Experts [6/9/2026] (Recording)

Law school admissions can feel unpredictable, especially when applicants receive conflicting advice about what actually matters. This session is for prospective law students who want a clearer understanding of how competitive applicants are evaluated across academics, essays, resumes, and overall narrative fit. You’ll learn what admissions readers pay attention to most, the common weaknesses that hold strong candidates back, and how successful applicants position themselves throughout the process. Join live to hear perspectives from a panel of experienced law admissions experts who have worked closely with successful applicants across top programs. The discussion will follow a curated set of high-impact questions, offering structured insights and practical examples drawn from real admissions and coaching experience.