A strong legal track record, competitive test scores, and technically polished application materials may place you in the “solid” category. But in the hyper-competitive world of MBA admissions—particularly at top programs—solid is rarely sufficient. The most successful lawyer-applicants don’t simply list credentials or deal experience; they translate their legal background into a clear leadership narrative, quantify their impact, demonstrate authentic fit, and show admissions committees who they are beyond the résumé.
This workshop is designed specifically for attorneys who want to make that leap—from competent to compelling. You’ll learn how to reposition your legal experience, essays, résumé, and recommendations into a cohesive, differentiated application that resonates with MBA admissions committees. From clarifying your core motivations for pursuing business school to reframing legal work in terms of leadership, influence, and outcomes, you’ll leave with a practical blueprint to elevate every component of your application.
By the end of this session, you will be able to:
• Craft a compelling MBA narrative that connects your legal background, career inflection points, and motivations to a clear, future-focused post-MBA vision.
• Demonstrate measurable impact by translating legal work into quantifiable results and concrete examples of leadership, judgment, and influence.
• Showcase authentic school fit through targeted research and personal insight that goes beyond rankings, coursework, or surface-level interest.
• Strengthen recommendations strategically by guiding recommenders to highlight your leadership potential, growth trajectory, and readiness for business school.
• Bring your authentic voice to life by moving beyond legal formality and allowing your personality, values, and perspective to come through clearly and confidently.