Leland+ for Law School

Stanford-specific Essays

Stanford Law is known in part for having a unique set of essay questions. These answers resulted in an acceptance.

From Personal Struggle to Public Interest Law: A Personal Statement Example

Discover how a personal journey of resilience and community sparked a passion for public interest law and a commitment to social justice.

Standout Personal Statement Example

See how to write a compelling personal statement that showcases your unique story, highlights your strengths, and gets you accepted to your dream program!

Finding Your Authentic Self: A Diversity Essay Example

A powerful essay on unlearning stereotypes and embracing individuality. Discover a new perspective on what diversity truly means.

Georgetown-Specific Essay Example

I selected this from a list of prompts to write this essay.

Additional Essays: Case Study

Case study for understanding how to craft a stellar additional essay for your law school application

Additional Essays: Case Study Worksheet

Practice crafting a stellar additional essay for your law school application.

Example Scholarship Supplemental Essay | $20,000 Award

A supplemental essay exploring how Jewish values and a commitment to "tikkun olam" influenced a student's journey toward a career in law and social justice.

Law School Personal Statements: Making the Case for Law School [8/12/2026] (Recording)

After this session, you will know how to evaluate whether law school is the right move for your goals and how to build an application that reflects that reasoning clearly. We will cover how to frame your personal statement around a coherent narrative, how to position your academic record and LSAT alongside your story, and what admissions readers are actually looking for when they assess fit and purpose. Attending live means you can ask how this thinking applies to your specific background and hear the coach reason through cases in real time, which a recording cannot replicate. The coach works with law school applicants regularly and will share the patterns that consistently distinguish competitive applications from ones that fall flat.

Get into T-3 Law Schools | Harvard Law School Admit [8/24/2026] (Recording)

Join me in conversation about getting into HLS and the T-14! Come with any questions you may have as you compile and prepare to apply this cycle.

Outstanding Law School Admissions Essays with Indrani, Former Stanford Law AdCom [9/2/2026] (Recording)

Your law school application essays are arguably the most important aspect of your law school applications. To have the best outcomes and plenty of options at the end of the process, you need to craft compelling essays with solid narratives that paint a picture beyond your numbers. We will talk about different essay prompts and how best to tackle them, why it makes sense to have two 'main' essays instead of just one, how to handle optional essays and the dreaded 'why x school' essays. We will also have time for some 'Ask Me Anything' at the end!

Get into T-3 Law Schools | Harvard Law School Admit [8/21/2026] (Recording)

Join me in conversation about getting into HLS and the T-14! Come with any questions you may have as you compile and prepare to apply this cycle.

AMA with Liz C., former admissions director @ University of Houston Law Center [8/3/2026] (Recording)

If you're thinking about going to law school, you've likely got a TON of questions. While the application process is largely standardized across schools, not every admissions officer is going to have the same perspective, so it can be useful to hear from more than one. I was an assistant and associate director of admissions at the University of Houston Law Center for eight years, and my goal is to demystify the process for all applicants. Join me for an AMA-style office hours where you can bring your questions and we can chat about all things law school admissions!

Make Every Optional Essay and Addendum Count [8/5/2026] (Recording)

Optional essays and addenda can have a significant impact on your law school application, but many applicants either overlook them or miss the opportunity to use them strategically. This session is for aspiring law students who want to strengthen every part of their application and make each supplemental response work in their favor. You'll learn when to write an optional essay or addendum, what admissions committees are looking for, and how to use these materials to reinforce your overall candidacy. Join live to hear from a law school admissions expert with a Columbia Law JD who understands how strong supplemental materials can elevate an application. The speaker will share practical writing strategies, common mistakes to avoid, and real examples of what makes optional essays and addenda truly effective. Expect actionable guidance you can immediately apply to submit a stronger, more polished application.

What Actually Gets You Into Law School, From Admissions Experts [6/9/2026] (Recording)

Law school admissions can feel unpredictable, especially when applicants receive conflicting advice about what actually matters. This session is for prospective law students who want a clearer understanding of how competitive applicants are evaluated across academics, essays, resumes, and overall narrative fit. You’ll learn what admissions readers pay attention to most, the common weaknesses that hold strong candidates back, and how successful applicants position themselves throughout the process. Join live to hear perspectives from a panel of experienced law admissions experts who have worked closely with successful applicants across top programs. The discussion will follow a curated set of high-impact questions, offering structured insights and practical examples drawn from real admissions and coaching experience.

Personal Statement vs. Optional Essays: What Goes Where [6/18/2026] (Recording)

After this session, you will know exactly how to divide your narrative across the personal statement and optional essays without repeating yourself or leaving gaps. We will cover how to identify which experiences belong in each space, how to use the optional essay strategically rather than defensively, and how to recognize when leaving an optional essay blank is the stronger choice. Attending live means you can bring your specific situation, whether you have a GPA explanation to navigate or a nontraditional background to frame, and hear how those decisions get made in real time. This coach works with law school applicants daily and will be sharing the same judgment they apply when reviewing and rebuilding application narratives with their own clients.

Get into T-3 Law Schools | Harvard Law School Admit [8/10/2026] (Recording)

Join me in conversation about getting into HLS and the T-14! Come with any questions you may have as you compile and prepare to apply this cycle.

Maximize Your Law School Scholarship Opportunities [8/4/2026] (Recording)

Law school is a major investment, but the right scholarship strategy can dramatically reduce the cost of earning your degree. This session is for applicants who want to maximize their chances of receiving merit scholarships and competitive funding opportunities. You'll learn how scholarship decisions are made, what makes an applicant stand out, and the strategies that can help you position yourself for more financial support. Join live to hear from a law school admissions expert who earned a Stanford JD and was selected as a Knight-Hennessy, Rhodes, and Truman Scholar. The speaker will share firsthand insights into building a scholarship-worthy application, avoiding common mistakes, and identifying opportunities that many applicants overlook. Expect practical guidance you can immediately apply as you prepare your law school applications and scholarship materials.

Law School Sprint Kickoff [8/3/2026] (Recording)

The path to law school is far less mysterious when you know what actually works. This kickoff session is for anyone beginning the law school application process and looking for a clear roadmap to success. You'll gain a high-level overview of the admissions journey, learn what separates standout applicants, and discover the biggest opportunities to strengthen your candidacy before you apply. Join live to hear from a panel of law school admissions experts who know what it takes to earn admission in today's competitive landscape. They'll share current admissions trends, common mistakes they see applicants make, and practical strategies you can use throughout your application journey. It's the perfect way to kick off the sprint with the insights and confidence you'll need for the sessions ahead.

Choosing the Right Law School for You [7/29/2026] (Recording)

There are almost 200 ABA-accredited law schools in the United States, spread out across most states and with varying program sizes, legal specialties, and campus environments. While focusing on the U.S. News and World Report rankings may feel like the be-all and end-all of law school choice, the reality is that picking the law school that’s right for you as an individual goes much deeper. ​As someone who graduated from and worked as an admissions director in a law school that has been in both the first and second tiers, Liz C. understands that not everyone is aiming for the T14, T30, or even T50 schools—she was one of them. Let’s explore what factors should actually influence your law school choices and how to narrow down your list to a manageable one before the application process starts.