Undergraduate: Jacksonville State University, 2015 Bachelor of Arts in Political Science with a Minor in Business and Technical Writing,magna cum laude
Law School: University of Georgia, 2022 Juris Doctorate
Current Employer: Chartwell Law
Courses that prepared me for law school: In terms of practical courses that helped me prepare for law school I would advise choosing courses that you’re interested in with a strong critical writing component. Law school and legal work is all about writing well and writing often. I truly believe that my participation on the Model U.N. team helped prepare me for law school because I was allowed to practice my advocacy and negotiation skills as well as team work. I also participated in an independent study at a local law firm which helped me understand the practical components of the practice. I would advise any undergraduates interesting in law to take advantage of all opportunities available whether it be practical courses, extracurricular activities, internships or study abroad programs!
Advice for those preparing for law school: Take advantage of the practice LSAT opportunities on campus whenever it is offered. It is a great way to practice the exam in a simulated environment before the big day. Do your best in your undergraduate courses to ensure you have a strong transcript for your law school application. Be an active participant in class and build good relationships with your professors so they feel confident in providing a strong letter of recommendation for your law school application.
