Thinking about law school? Here’s your chance to hear what really goes on behind the admissions curtain. In this free Justia webinar, Senior Associate Dean Shane Cooper breaks down what makes applicants stand out, and what holds them back, offering clear, candid guidance for anyone navigating the path to law school.
In our latest Justia Webinar you’ll gain a practical, insider’s perspective on every stage of the application process. Dean Cooper will answer your questions about what admissions committees value most, how to strategically approach personal statements and recommendations, and how to think critically about standardized test scores and financial aid decisions.
What You’ll Learn:
- What admissions committees look for in successful applicants
- How to craft a standout personal statement
- When (and whether) to apply Early Decision
- How to approach weaknesses or gaps in your application
- Scholarship tips and financial aid insights directly from an insider
Bring your questions and get real answers about what makes an applicant memorable in today’s competitive admissions landscape.
Webinar Details & Speaker
The presentation will begin promptly at
1:00 p.m. ET/10:00 a.m. PT on Thursday, November 6, 2025.
The recording of this broadcast will also be available to Justia Connect members shortly after the live event.
Shane Cooper JD ‘03 is the Senior Associate Dean for Admissions, Financial Aid, and Student Services at Cornell Law School. In this role, he leads recruitment efforts and supports student retention, while also overseeing counseling and student case management. Previously, Shane served as Associate Dean for Administration and Enrollment at the University of New Hampshire School of Law. A Navy veteran with 26 years of service, Shane’s roles included submarine officer, Navy judge advocate, and legal advisor in Iraq. He holds a JD from Cornell Law and an LLM from Columbia Law School. Shane is actively involved in various volunteer leadership roles, including as President of Veterans Legal Justice New Hampshire and a member of the Law School Admissions Council’s Pipeline Initiatives Working Group.
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More Questions?
Building on our popular “How to Stand Out and Get In” session, this Justia Webinar takes the next step, offering a rare opportunity to hear directly from a decision-maker who reads applications every day. If you have additional questions about this webinar, you can get more details and register on the webinar page.
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