Law School Admissions Consulting
Get into your top law schools with a strategic, personalized admissions approach designed to help you stand out beyond your GPA and LSAT.
You are more than your GPA and LSAT score. I know this because I was that applicant, the one with “good but not Ivy” stats who was told to aim lower. Instead, I built a strategic application around my story, strengths, and long-term goals. As a result, I was admitted to nearly every top 10 law school I applied to.
Today, I use that same approach in my law school admissions consulting. My work goes beyond editing essays. I help you build a clear, strategic case for admission that highlights your strengths, tells your story effectively, and improves your chances for admission and scholarships.
I don’t do “rubber-stamp” edits or cookie-cutter advice. My process is fully one-on-one and strategy-driven. Every part of your application, from your personal statement to the smallest addendum, works together to present a cohesive and compelling case for admission.
Here’s what that looks like in practice:
- Build a compelling application narrative that admissions officers remember
- Position your strengths strategically, even if your stats aren’t perfect
- Make smarter decisions on school selection, essays, and overall strategy
- Submit with clarity and confidence instead of second-guessing every step
Law school admissions results: Schools where my clients have been accepted
What’s included in my law school admissions consulting
Personal statement strategy and editing: Building your narrative
Your personal statement is the most important part of your application and is often what determines if you get accepted.
- Deep-dive brainstorming: Together, we find the best angle for your story and highlight what makes you unique.
- A proven narrative framework: Your essay will show the analytical thinking and persuasive writing that law schools want to see.
- Strategic positioning: No matter if your background is traditional or unique, we will shape your story to clearly show your value to top law schools.
Full application review (All essays and materials)
Every part of your application needs to work together.
I provide in-depth feedback on every part of your application, including:
Content, structure, and voice: I provide detailed feedback to ensure your writing is clear, persuasive, and aligned with your overall narrative
Full application coverage: Personal statement, diversity statement, resume, supplemental essays, and addenda
Unlimited iteration: We continue refining your materials until they are polished, cohesive, and ready to submit
Law school selection and admissions strategy
Where you apply and how you position yourself for each school matters just as much as what you write.
I help you with:
School list strategy: Identify reach, target, and safety schools to maximize both admissions and scholarship outcomes
Letters of recommendation guidance: Choose the right recommenders and guide them to reinforce your narrative
Addenda and strategic positioning: Address lower stats or unique circumstances in a way that strengthens your application
Post-submission strategy and support
The process doesn’t end when you submit your applications.
Scholarship negotiation: Develop a strategy to increase merit aid and make the most of your offers
Interview and waitlist strategy: Prepare for interviews and stay competitive throughout the admissions cycle
Final decision support: Evaluate offers and choose the best law school for your long-term goals
Bio: Mara Freilich, law school admissions consultant
I’m Mara Freilich, a law school admissions consultant, former civil litigator, and University of Pennsylvania Law School graduate.
My path to a top law school wasn’t typical. When I applied, I didn’t have the GPA or LSAT score that usually leads to T14 admissions. I was told to lower my expectations. Instead, I built a strategic application around my story, strengths, and long-term goals—and was admitted to nearly every Top 10 law school I applied to, ultimately receiving the Toll Public Interest Scholarship at Penn Law.
That experience shapes how I approach law school admissions consulting today.
After law school, I clerked for a federal judge and worked at a top law firm, where I later helped evaluate candidates as part of the hiring process. I’ve also conducted interviews for the University of Pennsylvania, giving me direct insight into how applicants are assessed.
Today, I work one-on-one with applicants to build clear, strategic applications that stand out in highly competitive admissions cycles. My clients have been admitted to top law schools and have secured significant merit scholarships. Not because they had perfect stats. because their applications were positioned effectively.
I founded Top Law School Consulting to bring that level of strategy and advocacy to applicants navigating the law school admissions process—so they don’t just apply, but stand out and present a compelling case for admission.
Credentials and background:
Reviews and testimonials
I’ve helped my clients secure admission to the most prestigious law schools in the country and negotiate millions in scholarship funding. But more importantly, I’ve helped them realize that their dreams aren’t “too big.”
My dream school felt out of reach, but I was accepted and began my 1L in the fall!
TLSC helped me get into my dream law school at a Top 25 program.
Working with Mara at Top Law School Consulting was the best decision I could have made for myself
Law school admissions consulting: Frequently asked questions
Is law school admissions consulting worth it?
If you’re aiming for top law schools or competitive scholarships, law school admissions consulting can make a meaningful difference in your results.
In my experience, the gap between a strong application and a strategically positioned one is often what determines whether you get accepted—or overlooked. Most applicants focus on their GPA and LSAT. What actually sets successful applications apart is how clearly and cohesively their story is presented.
My approach to law school admissions consulting is focused on helping you build that strategy, so your application reflects not just your stats, but your full potential.
Many of the applicants I work with are admitted to schools that initially felt out of reach, often with significant scholarship offers.
Who is this for?
I work with law school applicants at different stages of the admissions process, from those just starting to plan their applications to those refining final drafts.
Many of the applicants I work with are:
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Aiming for top law schools, including T14 programs
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Concerned that their GPA or LSAT score may not be competitive
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Unsure how to position their story or stand out in a crowded applicant pool
My law school admissions consulting is a strong fit if you’re looking for a strategic, personalized approach, one that goes beyond surface-level edits and focuses on how your entire application is positioned.
How is this different from essay editing services?
This goes beyond simple essay editing. I offer full law school admissions consulting.
I give detailed feedback on your writing, but my main focus is the bigger picture. I help you ensure your entire application fits together, your story stands out, and every part supports your case for admission. Most applicants already have good grammar. What they really need is a clear strategy that connects their experiences, goals, and story in a way that speaks to admissions officers.
That’s what sets apart editing just one essay from creating a strong, unified application.
Can you help if my GPA or LSAT isn’t strong?
Yes, many of the applicants I help worry about their GPA or LSAT scores.
Your stats are important in the law school admissions process, but they are not the only thing that matters. What often sets applicants apart is how well their strengths, experiences, and potential come across in their application.¨
In my law school admissions consulting, I focus on helping you build that strong positioning. We work together to highlight what makes you unique and present your application in a way that connects with admissions officers.
I’ve helped applicants get into top law schools even if their stats weren’t perfect, because their applications told a clear and compelling story.
What results can I expect?
Your results will depend on your background, your goals, and how competitive the law school admissions cycle is.
Still, my goal is always to help you submit the strongest and most strategic application possible. This way, you can make the most of your chances for admission and scholarships.
I have worked with applicants who got into top law schools and earned major merit scholarships, even during tough admissions cycles and without perfect stats.
I can’t promise specific results, but most of my clients get into at least one of their top-choice schools, often with scholarship offers.
How does the process work?
When you work with me, you get my direct support. I won’t pass you off to a junior editor or a team.
My law school admissions consulting is personal and hands-on. We’ll work together closely from your first strategy session all the way to your final submission.
We use Basecamp to keep everything organized and your application moving forward. With Voxer, you get ongoing text and audio support, so you can ask questions, get feedback, and stay on track in real time.
You’re never just another file. I’m here to work with you and support you at every stage of your law school application.
When is the best time to start the consulting process?
Starting early gives you more flexibility and a strategic edge in the law school admissions process, especially since admissions decisions are made on a rolling basis.
Most of my clients start working with me in the spring or summer before they apply. This gives us time to create a clear strategy, strengthen your story, and put together a strong application before the deadlines.
But if you’re already partway through the application cycle, it’s not too late. I also help applicants who need focused, fast support to improve their applications and make smart choices when time is short.
Do you work with international students or non-traditional applicants?
Yes, I help both international applicants and non-traditional candidates, including people from non-U.S. universities or those changing careers.
When applying to law school, your background is not a disadvantage. In fact, it can be your biggest strength. The important thing is to present your experiences in a way that admissions officers will understand and appreciate.
My approach to law school admissions consulting is to help you turn your unique background into a clear, compelling story that aligns with what law schools want, while ensuring your story stays true to who you are.
Do you help with scholarship negotiation?
Yes. Scholarship strategy is an important part of the law school admissions process—not just getting accepted, but maximizing your financial aid.
As part of my law school admissions consulting, I help you approach scholarship negotiation strategically. This includes evaluating your offers, understanding how schools make funding decisions, and positioning your application to strengthen your leverage.
If you have multiple acceptances, we’ll develop a clear plan for how to use those offers to negotiate more effectively and increase your merit-based aid.
What happens after I hit submit?
My support doesn’t end when you submit your law school applications.
As part of my law school admissions consulting, I continue working with you through the next stages of the admissions process. This includes interview preparation, waitlist strategy, and guidance on evaluating offers and next steps.
I provide mock interviews, help you stay competitive if you’re waitlisted, and support you in making informed decisions once you receive acceptances and scholarship offers.
I also offer a “1L Kickstart” session so you can start law school with a clear plan and strong foundation—not just admitted, but prepared.
How do I get started?
The best next step is to book a consultation.
We’ll talk through your goals, where you are in the law school admissions process, and what kind of support would be most helpful for you.
From there, I’ll let you know whether working together is the right fit and what the next steps would look like.
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Ready to build your strongest law school application?
If you’ve spent time researching the law school admissions process, you’ve probably realized how much strategy goes into a successful application.
The difference between a cycle of waitlists and strong admissions results often isn’t just your GPA or LSAT.
It’s how clearly and cohesively your application is positioned.
A compelling law school application is more than a collection of documents. It’s a narrative where every component from your personal statement, essays, and recommendations to your school strategy works together to present a clear case for your admission.
That’s exactly what I help you build through my law school admissions consulting.