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I love the storytelling of admissions essays. My specialty is working on the law school essays, ranging from short optional essays, to diversity statements, to the personal statement. Having worked as a legal assistant, a resident assistant, and as president of a law school organization, I believe in the value of public service, and in sharing my knowledge with you. Whether you have a full essay draft that needs a final read, or a rough idea for a story and a feeling, I cater my strategy to you. I start with understanding your goals and emotions, to help you tell the story you want to tell about your journey to law school. I have experience in legal advocacy and working with legal clients from a wide range of backgrounds, and am comfortable meeting you where you are. I see myself as helping you to grow your creativity in the essay writing process, trimming areas that may trip you up, and coming out with an incredible bouquet of essays. Whatever your story, I'm here to work with you to achieve your law school dreams.

Welcome to my profile! I'm Joseph M. Kemp, JD, MBA, MSEd, the CEO & Founder of JMK & Co., a grad school admissions consultancy. A Little About Me: Ivy League Graduate JD & MBA Graduate from the #1 Public University in the Nation Master's in Education from the #1 Graduate School of Education in the Nation MBA & Master's Admissions at Carnegie Mellon University MBA Admissions Interviewer at the University of Michigan - Ross School of Business Awarded over $1.3 million in law school scholarships BA & MBA covered fully 9+ Years as an Educator Fortune 500 Experience Big Tech Experience BigLaw Experience Worked with 100s of students 100s of interviews completed I have four degrees, including a BA, JD, MBA, and MS in Education. I graduated from CUNY, the University of Michigan, and the University of Pennsylvania and have helped many students land prestigious internships and get into grad school. We have a 100% law school acceptance rate, however, we cannot guarantee acceptance.

Clients I’ve worked with have earned admission to T-14 programs and received significant scholarship awards, including applicants with unconventional paths or imperfect GPAs. Personally, I navigated the process twice (once with the GRE and once with the LSAT) and received multiple T-14 offers and scholarship packages, which gives me firsthand insight into how schools evaluate applicants. While I work with all candidates, I consider my coaching ideal for applicants with nontraditional backgrounds, career pivots, gap years, or imperfect GPA/LSAT profiles. Over the past several years, I’ve coached applicants with every kind of background. This ranges from traditional and non-traditional applications. Prospective students and clients have entered feeling they had imperfect credentials and often left with competitive admissions and scholarship decisions. Beyond my admissions experience, I bring a commercial and legal background that helps applicants articulate their professional maturity, career readiness, and real-world value in ways admissions committees respond to. I don’t just edit essays, in fact I'd suggest I'm not the best coach if tha'ts your main aim. I help you build a strategy that highlights your strengths, neutralizes weaknesses, and presents a cohesive, compelling story. The law school process can feel opaque and inconsistent. My role is to make it clear, structured, and tailored to you, so you’re confident you’re making the strongest possible case at every step.

I earned my JD from Howard University School of Law, graduating in the top 10% of my class while serving on law review. After law school, I joined Paul, Weiss and later Kirkland & Ellis, advising leading private-equity sponsors on multi-billion-dollar M&A transactions, carve-outs, and complex fund formations. This combination of elite legal training and high-stakes deal work gives me a deep understanding of what top law schools and firms look for in applicants and future attorneys. Beyond credentials, I bring a coach’s mindset. I’ve mentored aspiring law students, junior attorneys, and MBA candidates on crafting standout applications, preparing for interviews, and positioning their career narratives for Big Law, clerkships, and JD/MBA paths. Whether you’re targeting a T14 school, planning a dual-degree, or pivoting into business, I’ll help you translate your experiences into a compelling, authentic story and create an application strategy that maximizes your chances of admission and scholarship awards.

Hello and welcome to my profile! I’m a rising 1L at UC Berkeley School of Law, attending with a significant merit scholarship. During the admissions cycle, I was honored to be accepted to half of the T14 and received hundreds of thousands of dollars in scholarship offers from top law schools. With a strong academic foundation in political science and environmental studies from UC Berkeley, I bring a unique and strategic perspective to law school admissions coaching. My professional experience in communications and government has shaped me into a strong idea generator, writer, and editor. These skills are critical for crafting standout applications. Whether you need help with personal statements, interview preparation, or overall application strategy, I’m here to help you navigate the path to your dream law school. Let’s connect and bring your law school goals to life!

Welcome to my profile! As an incoming J.D. candidate at Columbia Law School and an alum of Hamilton College with a focus in Government and Sociology, I bring a strong academic foundation and a wealth of practical experience to my coaching. My background includes internships in commercial litigation as well as strategic communications and local government. I have coached aspiring law students at elite liberal arts colleges and MIT, helping them navigate the complexities of law school admissions. Whether you need guidance on crafting compelling personal statements or strategizing your application, I'm here to help you achieve your law school goals. Let's connect and make your law school dreams a reality!

Experienced law school admissions consultant with a track record of success at T14 schools, including financial aid. Extensive experience working with students with below median GPAs and STEM backgrounds. Whether you need assistance with personal statements, interview preparation, or overall application strategy, I'm here to guide you every step of the way.

I help law school applicants tell powerful stories, elevate their writing, and stand out in the most competitive cycles. I know how to build a winning narrative because I’ve lived it — from being first-generation, to working at McKinsey, to earning admission to Stanford Law. I’ll help you take your background (traditional or not) and make it unforgettable. I focus on what actually matters to admissions committees: clarity, authenticity, strategic positioning, and polished, high-impact writing. You’ll walk away with statements that feel true to you — and stronger than anything you’d produce alone. If you’re aiming for T14, a scholarship, or want your story to land with maximum effect, let’s work together.

During my time at UCLA School of Law, I have earned several honors, including the UCLA Law Faculty Scholarship, the Adam Z. Rice Memorial Scholarship, the Erika J. Glazer Scholarship, the Greenberg Glusker Book Scholarship, the Kingdom Day Parade Scholarship, and the Langston Bar Association Scholarship (awarded twice). I was also selected for the 2024 Foundation for Advocacy, Inclusion & Resources (FAIR) Employee Justice Summer Clerkship and the 2024 Black Women Lawyers Association of Los Angeles Scholarship. My activities reflect my leadership and dedication to the legal community. I have served as a Student Liaison for the Los Angeles County Bar Association, Barristers/Young Attorneys, and held various leadership roles in the Black Law Students Association, including 1L Representative and Co-Chair. I have also been involved in the Critical Race Studies Specialization as an Erika Glazer Scholar, worked with the Labor and Economic Justice Clinic, and served as the Langston Bar Association’s Student Liaison and Law Student Outreach Committee Chair. As a member of the National Black Law Journal, I have contributed as both Outreach Editor and Chief Managing Editor. Additionally, I served as the 1L President of the Student Bar Association (SBA) and later as SBA Diversity Officer. My involvement extends to mentoring in the UCLA Law Fellows Program, serving as a Staff Member and Chief Diversity Editor on the UCLA Law Review, and working as a Tour Guide and Student Ambassador for the law school. I also participated in the Workers’ Rights Clinic and the UCLA Trial Team, where we were regional champions in the BLSA Constance Baker Motley Trial Competition. Furthermore, I have been active in the Entertainment Law Association as Events Chair and the Fashion and Beauty Law Association as Secretary of Communications.

As a recent Stanford Law School graduate and Knight-Hennessy Scholar, I bring a wealth of experience and insight into the law school admissions process. I have successfully coached over a dozen aspiring law students, helping them navigate the complexities of applications and secure spots at top law schools. I've continued to work with many of my admittees as they enter law school, select courses, apply for internships, navigate the job search, and secure federal clerkships. Whether you need guidance on crafting compelling personal statements, strategizing your application, or want to maximize your law school experience and future job opportunities -- I'm here to help you make your goals a reality. Let's connect! What's the process like? I like to do a 15-30 minute meeting up front to understand your background, goals, and priorities. We identify tasks to accomplish and set deadlines for each, taking a step-by-step approach that feels manageable. Clients can send written drafts anytime, and I provide written feedback within 48 hours. I'm always available to answer pop-up questions and support. We schedule follow-up meetings as needed.