Break Into Law School‪®‬ Sydney Montgomery

We are joined by Somi Umolu, an accomplished corporate lawyer, consultant, and entrepreneur, who will also be a panelist at the upcoming JD Alternatives panel for the Break Into Law School Conference this June. Somi shares her journey from working in big law to exploring various entrepreneurial ventures, leveraging her law degree to create a fulfilling career. Learn about the value of mentors, the courage needed to make career transitions, and the importance of building a life that feels good, not just looks good. See how a legal mentor can change your life.

We welcome Dean Vernadette Horne, the Assistant Dean for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at St. John’s School of Law. Dean Horne shares insights about her diverse career journey, from litigation to corporate communications, and the importance of transferable skills. She offers valuable advice for first-generation and minority law students, emphasizing the significance of community, networking, and utilizing available resources. She also highlights St. John’s Law's initiatives to support students, including financial assistance, professional attire resources, and alumni engagement.

In this episode, Mecca Aikens, a second-year law student at Georgetown Law, shares her journey as a first-generation law student. She discusses how her parents' strategic savings plan and her father's military benefits helped minimize her educational debt. Mecca highlights the importance of networking, mentorship, and getting involved in extracurricular activities during law school. She emphasizes the value of seeking guidance from upperclassmen and shares her experiences as a student fellow, journal editor, and academic chair. Mecca also offers insights into the clerkship process and her aspirations to become a judge, aiming to bring more diverse voices to the legal profession.

Learn all the essentials of brainstorming for your law school application essays with Dr. Nadia Castriota. Nadia shares valuable tips on adhering to application guidelines, organizing your thoughts, understanding the purpose of each essay, and the importance of seeking feedback. Whether you're crafting a personal statement, diversity statement, or supplemental essay, these tips will help you present your best self to the admissions committee.

Welcome to another mini episode of Break into Law School with Dr. Nadia Castriota. This month, we're diving into the 509 report. One of our listeners asked how to read this vital document, which is packed with information about law school admissions, tuition, and employment outcomes. We'll break down what the 509 report is, where to find it, and how to use its data to make informed decisions on your law school journey. Tune in for a quick yet comprehensive guide to understanding this essential resource!




 

Meet Alexandria Richards, the first Black Editor-in-Chief of Drexel Law Review. She shares her law school journey from aspiring family lawyer to passionate advocate in labor and employment law. She discusses her groundbreaking role at Drexel Law Review, highlighting the importance of mentorship, staying true to oneself, and embracing challenges. Discover Alexandria's insights on diversity, networking, and making history in the legal profession.