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The Only Tip Sheet You Need for Recommendation Letters

Strong letters of recommendation can quietly make — or weaken — your law school application. This concise guide shows you how to choose the right recommenders, help them write specific and persuasive letters, navigate LSAC logistics, and avoid the common mistakes that lead to generic or ineffective recommendations.

Step-by-Step Guide to Acing the Personal Statement Like No Other

The strategies in this playbook have helped students earn admission to T6 and T14 law schools, as well as merit scholarships. Turn your experiences into a compelling law school personal statement that sounds authentic, shows real growth, and leaves a lasting impression. This practical playbook walks you through choosing the right topic, finding your essay’s core message, structuring a strong narrative, writing an engaging opening, balancing story with reflection, and connecting your experiences to law without sounding forced.

Tracking Law School Research and Applications

Master the law school application process. Learn how to research schools, track deadlines, and manage your applications to get into your dream program.

Top 5 Tips for Your Law School Apps by Indrani, Former SLS Admissions Officer! [7/20/2026] (Recording)

Join Indrani, former Associate Director of Admissions at Stanford Law School, 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.

Outstanding Law School Admissions Essays with Indrani, Former Stanford Law AdCom [6/24/2026] (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!

How To Write Outstanding Law School Application Essays [7/30/2026] (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. Join Indrani, former Associate Director of Admissions at Stanford Law School, to 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. She will also have time for some 'Ask Me Anything' at the end.

Get into T-3 Law Schools | Harvard Law School Admit [8/4/2026] (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.

Law School Essays - Personal Statement vs. Optional statements: What Goes Where [8/19/2026] (Recording)

Navigating the nuances of law school essays can be daunting, especially when distinguishing between personal statements and optional statements. Join me, Kevin, for an insightful session where we'll delve into what goes where in your law school application. With a J.D./LL.M. from Duke University School of Law and extensive experience in admissions, I have guided countless students through the intricacies of law school applications. This session will equip you with the tools to strategically place your narratives and make your application stand out. Space is limited, so RSVP now to secure your spot!

The Only Interview Question Bank You Need for Law School Interviews

This is a comprehensive guide to preparing for law school interviews that past successful applicants have used to ace the law school interview process

Sample T14 Why School Essay that Got Offer & Scholarship

This is a real example of the why Duke Law essay. Applicant was accepted to Duke with $$ scholarships.

Law School Recommendation Sample

This is a real letter that one of my law school recommenders shared with me. I ultimately got into multiple T14 law schools with full merit-based scholarships.

LSAT - How to Review Missed Logical Reasoning Questions Easy Guide

Easy, laminable guide to help walk you through missed logical reasoning questions. Check out my LSAT 101 video for a more comprehensive look at eliminating missed answer choices!

Law School Personal Statement Sample (CLS Acceptance)

This is a sample of a personal statement for law school.

Sample Statement of Perspective/Diversity Statement

This is an example of a statement of perspective which I submitted and got admitted to a T-14.

How To Write Outstanding Law School Application Essays [6/2/2026] (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!

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!

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.

How To Write Outstanding Law School Application Essays [4/29/2026] (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.

How To Write Outstanding Law School Application Essays [4/16/2026] (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.

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.