What should a prospective student look for when they visit a school? Prospective students should first look for a school that is going to challenge them intellectually and prepare them for the practice of law.  Visiting schools is an absolute must in my opinion.  Any law school in the country can produce an impressive brochure or Web site, but visiting the school and experiencing the campus is the best way to make a decision on where to go to school.  I would also highly recommend meeting current students and faculty to get a feel for the most important part of any law school — the people.

Why did you choose Florida State University College of Law? The law school’s strong academic reputation and all the professors and students I met throughout the application process that talked about how much they loved being at Florida State University. I could not be happier with my decision to attend Florida State — it has far exceeded my already high expectations.

What do you like most about the law school? The people. Our professors who embrace an open door policy and are always ready and willing to help and also my fellow classmates who are from all over the country and arrive in Tallahassee with unique experiences and diverse opinions that create a wonderful environment for the study of law. The people have a genuine love for this school. 

What class at the College of Law would you consider to be most beneficial for you and why?  Legal writing — if you learn how to write well you will be able to work in any legal field.

Which law professor has had the largest impact on you and why? Professor Curtis Bridgeman for Contracts I & II. Professor JoLen Rawl Wolf for legal writing, and Judge James Wolf for Florida Constitutional Law.  Each professor was passionate about the course they were teaching and exemplify the school's open door policy, making themselves available to each student.

What is your best memory as a law student? The first 20 seconds of my first class in law school: Professor: "I am Professor Bridgeman. Welcome to Contracts I. Please tell me about Hawkins vs. McGee." Student: "Hmm ... well …" (our initiation to the Socratic Method).

Have you been involved with any legal employment or intern/externship since you became a student at the College of Law? I have a Gubernatorial Fellowship, was an intern at the House of Representatives, and a law clerk for the Department of Business and Professional Regulation.

What is your current legal area of interest? I am interested in Business Law, Government and Environmental Law.

What advice would you offer to prospective students?  Visit every school you are seriously considering and talk with the professors and students currently there. Look for a school that fits you personally. 

What undergraduate organizations and activities were you a part of?  I was in the Florida State University International Study Program in Florence, Italy; University Ambassadors; Pi Kappa Phi Fraternity; Student Alumni Association; Florida State University Homecoming Court.

What do you like to do when you are not studying?  I go for a run, watch/play sports, read, watch movies, go fishing, hang out at the beach and attempt to cook.

What is your favorite restaurant in Tallahassee?  Red Elephant and Po'Boys.

What would you say makes Tallahassee a unique city to live/study law in? Tallahassee is a great college town and because it is the capital, it has an amazing amount of opportunity that is not available in most cities, even those much larger.

What is your favorite community event in Tallahassee?  Florida State University football games.

What clubs and organizations are you involved with at the law school?  I am a member of the Student Bar Association, the Journal of Transnational Law & Policy, an American Bar Association representative, Law School Ambassador, and a member of the Environmental Law Society.