About Lara

As a first-generation student and a current 2L at Columbia Law School, my journey to the legal field was driven by a desire to turn the impossible into reality. My path wasn't a straight line; it was built on persistence and a deep belief in the power of a holistic narrative. Coming into the admissions cycle as a "reverse splitter" with a 164 LSAT, I knew I had to make every other part of my application shine! I sat for the LSAT three times, refusing to let a single number define my potential. By focusing on my unique story, professional background, and community advocacy, I secured admission to CLS and earned multiple full-tuition scholarships. Beyond my own studies, I have served as an Admissions and Recruitment Representative for the Latinx Law Students Association (LaLSA) at Columbia. In this role, I held office hours for prospective applicants. I love helping students, especially those from first-generation backgrounds, leverage their personal strengths to accomplish their law school dreams!