Build Your Law School Story: Tips, Pitfalls, and Practice

A strong personal statement reveals growth; it’s not your résumé in prose. (That’s what a statement of purpose might do.) In this 30-minute interactive workshop, coach Sasha Franklyn (Harvard AB, Columbia JD) shares what sets memorable law school essays apart from forgettable ones. You’ll explore common pitfalls and practical ways to bring your story to life, then complete a short reflective exercise using a three-circle framework to uncover your core values and narrative themes. Expect real examples, clear dos and don’ts, and one tangible outcome: a few story seeds that feel coherent, human, and ready to grow into an authentic reflection of who you were, who you are, and who you’re becoming.