Isabella Y. | Leland

Isabella Y.

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Studied at Stanford Law School

Worked at U.S. House of Representatives

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About Isabella

I am a J.D. candidate at Stanford Law School, where I am a member editor for the Stanford Law Review, the co-head of one of Stanford Law School’s pro bono projects, and a recipient of the Franke Fellowship in global business law. Prior to law school, I worked as a Press Assistant and Staff Assistant for Representative Brad Schneider (IL-10). I graduated from Brown University in 2023, where I was elected to Phi Beta Kappa and graduated with the university’s highest honors in international relations. I wrote my honors thesis on the effect of counterterrorism aid on the quality of democracy in Colombia, and I am especially interested in the intersection of law and democracy studies. I am originally from Dallas, Texas, and in my free time, I love to explore California, read, and hang out with family!

Why do I coach?

I coach because I know what it’s like to navigate big goals without a clear roadmap. Moving from Texas to Brown to DC and then to Stanford Law, I often found myself in spaces that felt unfamiliar. What made the difference were the mentors who took the time to listen, guide, and remind me that I belonged. I’m passionate about helping people find clarity during times of transition—whether it’s applying to competitive programs, choosing a career path, or simply figuring out what comes next. I believe in the power of thoughtful, one-on-one support, and I want to offer others what my best mentors offered me: confidence, direction, and someone genuinely invested in their success. Coaching matters because talent alone isn’t enough; people thrive when they have someone who can bring clarity, structure, and perspective to difficult decisions. My goal is to be that presence for others.

Work Experience

Press Assistant

U.S. House of Representatives

October 2023 - July 2024

Education

Stanford Law School

J.D.

2024 - 2027

I am a member editor for the Stanford Law Review, a member editor for the Stanford International Law Journal, the co-head of Stanford Law School’s Reproductive Justice Pro Bono project, the financial officer for If/When/How, and a recipient of the Franke Fellowship in global business law.

Brown University

Bachelor's Degree, International Relations

2019 - 2023

I graduated magna cum laude (the highest honors available at Brown), was elected to Phi Beta Kappa, and wrote my honors thesis for the International Relations concentration. Additionally, I was editor-in-chief of the Brown Journal of World Affairs, a senior editor with the Brown Political Review, and helped to manage the Ivy Film Festival.

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