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Ian shares his favorite client matter in the Housi

Ian shares his favorite client matter in the Housing Clinic!! 🏡💙 #USCGould #HousingClinic #RealImpact #FutureLawyer

Ian, a 3L at USC Gould, shares why he was drawn to

Ian, a 3L at USC Gould, shares why he was drawn to the Housing Clinic: ‘Probably the best decision I have made during all of law school’ 🏠💼 Ian’s passion for social justice and tenant rights drives his work, empowering others one case at a time.

✌️ictory is sweet! USC Gould takes the W in th

✌️ictory is sweet! USC Gould takes the W in the annual showdown against UCLA Law. ⚖️ From the court to the classroom- we play with heart! ❤️💛 Spirited competition all around, and a great game played by all! 🏆#lawschoollegends

🎉SPECIAL EDITION TAKEOVER🎉 Join us Monday f

🎉SPECIAL EDITION TAKEOVER🎉

Join us Monday for our annual Supreme Court Basketball Game against UCLA Law! Coming off a huge win last year, cheer on the reigning champions in their quest to keep the trophy!

Follow along with team captain, 3L, Domenic, as he shares his day and the big game! 🏀🤩

Meet Ian Finley, a dedicated 2L at USC Gould, who’s making a difference at the Housing Clinic! 🏡 From providing legal support to tenants in need to navigating complex housing laws, Ian’s day is filled with impactful work that’s shaping his future as a compassionate advocate.

#DayInTheLife #USCGould #HousingClinic #LawSchoolLife #FutureLawyer

Nandita shares the invaluable skills she’s gaine

Nandita shares the invaluable skills she’s gained in the Mediation Clinic at USC Gould!

🎓💼 She’s learned how to facilitate solutions between two parties, even when emotions run high, and navigate difficult conversations with empathy and precision. These skills are shaping her into a strong future lawyer! ⚖️✨

#USCGould #MediationClinic #ConflictResolution #LawStudentLife #FutureLawyer #USCLawStudent

Nandita shares what drew her to the Mediation Clin

Nandita shares what drew her to the Mediation Clinic at USC Gould and what her application process was like! 🎓💼 As a former school teacher, she’s always had a passion for helping others find common ground and resolve conflicts. That’s what inspired her to apply, and the clinic has given her the perfect opportunity to build on those skills. From the application to the hands-on experience, it’s been an amazing journey! ⚖️✨

#USCGould #MediationClinic #ConflictResolution #LawStudentLife #FutureLawyer #USCLawStudent #FromTeacherToLawyer

Meet Nandita, a 2L student at USC Gould School of

Meet Nandita, a 2L student at USC Gould School of Law, as she explains what the Mediation Clinic is all about! 🎓💼 The clinic offers hands-on experience in resolving conflicts, helping parties find common ground through mediation. It’s a unique opportunity to develop practical skills while making a real impact in the community. ⚖️✨

#USCGould #MediationClinic #LawStudentLife #ConflictResolution #FutureLawyer #USCLawStudent

🎉TAKEOVER TUESDAY🎉 Meet Emily and Tiffany,

🎉TAKEOVER TUESDAY🎉

Meet Emily and Tiffany, two of our lovely 2L transfer students!

👏Feel free to ask about their experience tomorrow as we get a front row seat in a day of their lives!👏

👏DOUBLE TAKEOVER THURSDAY👏 Join us tomorrow

👏DOUBLE TAKEOVER THURSDAY👏

Join us tomorrow for a day in the life of two of our excellent 1Ls!

🔥Ask questions and follow along as Alex and Angel take us behind the scenes here at Gould!🔥

🚨 Time is running out! Don’t miss your chance

🚨 Time is running out! Don’t miss your chance to take the first step toward an impactful legal career. The deadline to apply for USC Gould’s Ascend Program is March 31st. Visit the website here: https://gould.usc.edu/academics/degrees/jd/ascend-pre-law-summer-institute/ or click on link in bio 🏛️✨

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Admissions Cycle Update 📢 Rest assured that t

Admissions Cycle Update 📢

Rest assured that there are more acceptance offers still to be made for the next entering class. Our admissions process is ongoing, and more offers will be released in the coming weeks.

For those awaiting decisions:

✔️ Applicants who submitted by the priority deadline can expect to receive their decisions in April or prior.
✔️ A small number of decisions may extend into May.

We recognize that the recent Los Angeles wildfires caused significant disruptions across the city. While our team was not directly affected, we know this impacted many in our community, and we appreciate your patience throughout the process.

Fight On!

✨ Ever wondered what it’s like to apply to the

✨ Ever wondered what it’s like to apply to the USC Gould School of Law Small Business Clinic? ✨ Hear directly from one of our law students about the application process, including the written application and interview, and how this experience is helping shape their legal career! 💼📚

🤩TAKEOVER TUESDAY🤩 Join us tomorrow for 2L

🤩TAKEOVER TUESDAY🤩

Join us tomorrow for 2L Cordy's day in a life as the Co-President of the Business Law Society!

🔥Tune in for a special look at BLS's Annual Transactional Law Dinner!🔥

🔥TRIPLE TAKEOVER🔥 Tune in tomorrow to see t

🔥TRIPLE TAKEOVER🔥

Tune in tomorrow to see the lives of not one, not two, but THREE of our lovely 1L students!

🎉Feel free to ask Maani, Wyatt, and Luke all about attending Gould and their law school journeys!🎉

🎉ANOTHER 1L TAKEOVER🎉 Tune in tomorrow as L

🎉ANOTHER 1L TAKEOVER🎉

Tune in tomorrow as Lydia takes us behind the scenes of her day in the life at USC Gould!

👏Come prepared with any questions, sit back, and enjoy the show!👏

👏DOUBLE WEDNESDAY TAKEOVER👏 Tomorrow, we ha

👏DOUBLE WEDNESDAY TAKEOVER👏

Tomorrow, we have two lovely 1Ls ready to show you a day in their life! Get ready for an action-packed day as these two roommates show us what it's like as a 1L here at Gould!

🛎Be sure to ask any questions you may have and enjoy the double takeover!🛎

Want to learn more about the small business clinic

Want to learn more about the small business clinic? Coley (3L) shares some of his experiences.

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👏TAKEOVER WEDNESDAY👏 🔥 We are so excited

👏TAKEOVER WEDNESDAY👏

🔥 We are so excited to have the president of our Black Law Student Association, Kennedy Coleman, show us a day in her life!! 🔥

Be sure to follow along and ask questions as Kennedy gives us an exclusive look into life as a 2L and BLSA President! 🤩🤩

Thinking about hands-on experience during law scho

Thinking about hands-on experience during law school? Here’s why joining a clinic at USC Gould can be a game-changer:

🔹 Real-World Impact: Work on actual cases and make a difference in the community while still in law school.
🔹 Mentorship from Experts: Learn directly from experienced faculty who are leaders in their fields.
🔹 Skill Building: Sharpen your advocacy, negotiation, and problem-solving skills with real clients and real cases.
🔹 Diverse Opportunities: From Immigration to Intellectual Property, explore a range of legal fields through our seven dynamic clinics.

#USCGould #LawSchoolExperience #HandsOnLearning #FutureLawyers #LawSchoolClinics #USCLaw

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