Leland+ for Law School

Law Week Kickoff 2026

Join us for the kickoff to Law School Week, a comprehensive introduction to the law school admissions process. This session will set the stage for the week by walking through the full application journey, from school selection and timelines to personal statements, LSAT strategy, and interviews. You’ll learn where to focus your time, what mistakes to avoid, and how the sessions throughout the week fit together to help you build a strong, competitive application. Whether you’re just getting started or refining your approach, this kickoff will give you a clear roadmap for the week ahead.

Law School Week Kickoff [5/26/2026] (Recording)

Kick off your law school journey the right way: join us for an exclusive panel of law admissions experts who have been on both sides of the application process and know exactly what it takes to stand out. From crafting a compelling personal statement to navigating the LSAT and building your school list, they'll walk you through every stage with real, actionable advice you won't find anywhere else. This is the event that sets the tone for your entire application cycle, and you don't want to miss it.

Top 5 Tips for Your Law School Application [5/12/2026] (Recording)

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! The session will end with ample time for questions and answers.

Law School App Strategy: Recommenders and Supplemental Essays [5/28/2026] (Recording)

Strong law school applications are built through more than just a GPA and personal statement, and many applicants underestimate the impact of recommendations and supplemental essays. This session is for candidates who want a more strategic approach to these often overlooked parts of the application. You’ll learn how to choose recommenders who can advocate for you effectively, approach supplemental essays with purpose, and create a more cohesive overall application strategy. Join live to ask questions about your own application materials and get guidance on how to strengthen them before submission. The speaker is an experienced law admissions coach and former Villanova Law Assistant Dean who has reviewed and advised on countless applications. They’ll share the patterns they see across strong submissions and the kinds of insights typically discussed in 1:1 advising conversations.

What You Need to Know about 2026 Law School Admissions: Insights, Trends, and Q&A [5/28/2026] (Recording)

After this session, you'll have a clear picture of how the 2026 law school admissions cycle is shaping up, including how score and GPA thresholds are shifting at top programs, what admissions committees are prioritizing in personal statements this cycle, and how to position a application that stands out in an increasingly competitive pool. Attending live means hearing how an experienced coach thinks through it in real time, which a recording simply cannot replicate. The coach works with law school applicants daily and will share the patterns that separate successful applications from ones that fall short, offering a genuine look at how this process actually works from someone inside it.

Stop Sounding Generic: How to Write a Standout Law School Personal Statement [5/27/2026] (Recording)

Many law school personal statements sound polished but forgettable, making it hard for applicants to truly stand out. This session is for candidates who want to write essays that feel distinctive, authentic, and memorable to admissions readers. You’ll learn how to identify the strongest parts of your story, avoid overly generic themes and language, and structure a personal statement that creates a clearer sense of who you are. Join live to ask questions about your own essay ideas and get guidance on how to sharpen your narrative before submitting. The speaker is an experienced law admissions coach who regularly helps applicants strengthen their personal statements and overall positioning. They’ll share the patterns they see across standout essays and the kinds of feedback typically given in 1:1 coaching conversations.

Don’t Blow Your Law Interview: Ask a Stanford JD Anything

Law school interviews can be intimidating—but they don’t have to be. In this interactive session, Machmud M.—a Stanford JD, Rhodes Scholar, and Knight-Hennessy Scholar—will share candid insights on how to prepare for and excel in your law school interviews. From common pitfalls to powerful storytelling techniques, you’ll learn how to communicate your values, experiences, and goals in a way that truly resonates with admissions committees. Drawing on his diverse background across public policy, corporate law, and government—including time at the White House and on the Biden 2020 policy team—Machmud will answer your toughest questions about what law schools are really looking for. Whether you’re prepping for T-14 interviews or your first conversation with an alum, this session will help you approach your interview with confidence, clarity, and authenticity.

Choosing Your Target Law Schools

Selecting the right law schools is one of the most important steps in shaping a successful application strategy. In this session, UCLA Law Alum and Law Review Editor Michael S. will guide you through factors to consider, including program strengths, culture, location, and career outcomes. You’ll learn how to match your profile to schools where you’ll be both competitive and fulfilled, and how to prioritize applications to maximize your chances of admission. By the end, you’ll have a clear framework for identifying and targeting the schools that align best with your goals.

Telling Your Story: Tips for Crafting Your Perfect Law School Personal Statement from Expert Coach & Stanford Law Grad [5/13/2026] (Recording)

After this session, you will know how to build a personal statement that reads as a cohesive narrative rather than a resume in prose. The coach will walk through how to identify the right story to tell, how to open in a way that holds an admissions reader's attention, and how Stanford Law's own approach to evaluating applicants shapes what a strong statement actually needs to do. Attending live means you will learn how these principles apply to your specific background and hear the coach respond to real situations, not hypothetical ones. This coach works with law school applicants every day and brings a clear sense of the patterns that separate personal statements that resonate from those that fall flat.

Personal Statement Coaching Session (Stanford Law Student) [5/22/2026] (Recording)

Are you gearing up for law school applications and looking for guidance on crafting a standout personal statement? Join me, Matthew, a current Stanford Law student, for an insightful coaching session focused on application strategy and essay writing. With a background in Cognitive Neuroscience from Washington University in St. Louis and diverse experiences ranging from legal internships to public speaking at the United Nations and TEDx, I bring a unique perspective to the table. My journey has equipped me with the insight to help students — especially those with diverse or unconventional backgrounds — craft their stories compellingly and cohesively. Don't miss this opportunity to refine your personal statement and strengthen your application. Space is limited, so RSVP now to secure your spot!

Mastering this Skill Unlocked the 99th percentile LSAT for Me [5/27/2026] (Recording)

Many LSAT students spend months drilling questions without identifying the one skill that actually drives major score improvement. This session is for test takers who want to sharpen the core ability that separates top scorers from the rest. You’ll learn how to approach LSAT questions with stronger reasoning, improve accuracy under pressure, and develop the habits that consistently lead to higher performance across sections. Join live to ask questions about your own prep and see how a 175 scorer approaches the exam strategically. The speaker is an experienced LSAT coach who regularly helps students raise their scores through more focused, efficient preparation. They’ll share the patterns they see across top performers and the kinds of techniques typically covered in 1:1 coaching sessions.

GRE or LSAT: How to Choose the Right Test for Law School [5/29/2026] (Recording)

After this session, you'll know how to evaluate whether the GRE or LSAT is the stronger choice for your specific profile, target schools, and timeline. We'll cover how law schools actually weight each test in admissions decisions, which test tends to favor certain academic backgrounds, and how retake policies differ in ways that affect your strategy. The coach works with law school applicants regularly and will share the patterns that consistently shape this decision across the candidates they advise.

Top 5 Tips for Your Law School Application [3/5/2026] (Recording)

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! The session will end with ample time for questions and answers.

Law School Comparison Worksheet

The Law School Comparison Worksheet is a practical, decision-focused spreadsheet designed to help applicants compare up to 10 law schools side-by-side. It automatically calculates total 3-year tuition, cost of living, scholarship impact, and estimated debt at graduation, so you can see the true financial picture. This resource is ideal for law school applicants who have multiple acceptances (or are building a target list) and want a clear, data-driven way to choose the smartest option for their goals and budget.

Next Cycle, New Reality: Preparing for Law School Admissions in 2026-2027

Law school admissions continue to evolve, with shifting applicant volumes, changing evaluation priorities, and increasing competition at top programs. In this session, we’ll break down what to expect in the 2026–2027 cycle, how to interpret trends in LSAT scores and medians, and what admissions committees are prioritizing beyond the numbers. You’ll learn how to build a smart timeline, strengthen your narrative, and position yourself strategically in a competitive landscape.

Top 5 Tips for Your Law School Application [4/7/2026] (Recording)

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! The session will end with ample time for questions and answers.

Navigating the Big Load of Big Law Recruiting

Big Law recruiting moves fast, feels intense, and can overwhelm even the strongest candidates if they’re not prepared. In this session, top Leland coach and lawyer Shayna R. will break down how the process really works, so you know exactly what to expect at every stage. By the end, you’ll have a clearer, calmer path through one of the most demanding recruiting cycles in professional careers.

Deciding Where to Apply to Law School

Choosing where to apply to law school is one of the most consequential decisions you’ll make—and Leland coach Machmud M. is here to help you approach it strategically. In this session, he’ll break down the factors that actually influence your career trajectory, from employment outcomes and geographic placement to culture, curricular strengths, and long-term fit. You’ll learn how to separate signal from noise, evaluate programs through the lens of your personal goals, and build a school list that maximizes both opportunity and alignment. If you want to make confident, well-informed application decisions, this workshop is a must-attend.

Your Law School Applications: Why Starting Now Can Make a Difference

Applying to law school is more competitive than ever—and timing can be a major advantage. In this session, you’ll learn directly from Indrani S., former Associate Director of Admissions at Stanford Law School, who has reviewed thousands of applications and knows exactly how top programs evaluate candidates. She’ll break down why early preparation matters, how to craft a compelling narrative beyond your GPA and LSAT, and what steps you should take now to strengthen your essays, recommender strategy, school list, and overall positioning. Whether you're aiming for T14 programs or navigating the process with less-than-perfect numbers, this workshop will help you build a clear, strategic plan.