In this episode of Topping the Curve, I interview Monica Ingram, Associate Dean of Admissions and Financial Aid at Cornell Law SchoolDean Ingram talks everything law school admissions and the application process.Episode highlights and topics include:Early decision vs. regular decisionTaking the LSAT more than onceWeighing hard factors vs. soft factorsWhy your personal statement is important Reaching out to admissions counselorsFinancial aid considerations in choosing a law schoolJoin ot...

On this episode of Topping the Curve, I interview Flo Nicolas, Technologist and Legal Tech Attorney Episode highlights and topics include:Transitioning from a practicing attorney to a legal tech attorneyNontraditional paths for attorneysNetworking within your desired legal industryArtificial intelligence in the legal sphereJoin other pre-law students in the pre-law school mentorship community and take advantage of courses, guest speakers, freebies, and more! Join here Support the Sh...

In this episode of Topping the Curve, I interview Debbie Feinstein, Antitrust Partner, Global Chair, Arnold & Porter LLPIn this episode, Debbie talks about her work as an antitrust attorney over 35 years of experienceEpisode highlights and topics include:Day to day life as an antitrust partnerWhat junior associates are likely to do on antitrust casesKey characteristics of successful antitrust lawyersThe four categories of antitrust:Getting companies through the FTC and DOJLitigation...

In this episode of Topping the Curve, I interview Andie Kramer, a Tax Attorney and Partner at an international law firm.In this episode, Andie discusses what it means to be a tax attorney and her work over a variety of disciplines. Episode highlights and topics include:What a tax attorney doesCryptocurrency in tax transactionsExchange and cryptocurrency scamsWLMA nonprofit focusing on inequality in the workplaceKeep up with Andie:www.AndieandAl.com, or e-mail directly at Andie@AndieandAl...

In this episode of Topping the Curve, I interview Cindy Cohn, Executive Director of the Electronic Frontier Foundation, the oldest and biggest organization dedicated to digital rights.In this episode, Cindy discusses advancements in technology law that affect our privacy rights. Topics include:Navigating top secret surveillance and litigation discovery Companies that collect data through the internet and send it to third partiesHow impact litigation differs from regular litigation&...

In this episode of Topping the Curve, I interview Natasha Zech, Director of Attorney Recruiting, Diversity & Development at Williams & Connolly LLP.In this episode, Natasha discusses legal recruiting and legal coaching. Episode highlights and topics include:Big Law recruiting process & misconceptions6 step checklist to help you prepare for and choose the right jobReneging on a law firm offer you have accepted What legal coaching is and what it is notEvaluating yourself ...

In this episode of Topping the Curve, I interview Tonit Calaway, Executive Vice President, Chief Administrative Officer, General Counsel and Secretary at BorgWarner Inc.Throughout the episode, Tonit discusses her career and what led to her role as general counsel.Episode highlights include:1. Skills you need as a General Counsel2. Being open to opportunities that come your way3. Her day to day life as a General Counsel4. Having a supportive team Join other pre-law students in the pre-law scho...

In this episode of Topping the Curve, I interview Maleaha Brown, Associate Professor of Legal Analysis, Writing, and Skills at Southwestern Law School.Throughout the episode, Maleaha discusses how law students can approach and improve their legal writing. Episode highlights include:Writing processes in law schoolIRAC/CREACHow to edit your writingHow to approach legal writing coursesObjective memos vs. Persuasive briefsKeep up with Maleaha here: IG: @yourlegalwritingcoachTwitter: @Pr...

In the first episode of Season 2, I interview Maura DeMouy, Assistant Dean for Experiential Education and Executive Director of RISE at Georgetown University Law Center.Throughout the episode, Maura discusses how law students can find success in law school and adapt to an ever-changing environment to have successful careers.Episode highlights include:Navigating law school with no specific practice area interestTime management in law school Setting priorities and managing energy Trea...

In the final episode of season 1 of Topping the Curve I Interview Shavon Smith, a small business attorney and owner and founder of SJS law firm. Throughout the episode Shavon discusses her work as a small business attorney, the journey she took to get there and how she services her clients. Topics include:How to chose between transactional and corporate practicesWhat a small business attorney doesHow she got her small business attorney practice off the groundWhat her billable ...