We know starting your legal journey can feel overwhelming...
Think of 'Pre-Law' as your personal journey from high school graduation to law school applications. It's everything you do and learn along the way- your classes, experiences, extracurriculars, skills, interests, passions, achievements, honors, awards, leadership, and growth that shape you into a strong law school candidate.
"There is no single path that will prepare you for a legal education...Legal education welcomes and values diversity and you will benefit from the exchange of ideas and different points of view that your colleagues will bring to the classroom."
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...and many more based on your profile.
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Our team is made up of attorneys, designers, writers, and educators that have faced similar challenges as you. We see the unique qualities of your experiences, and approach your story with the same dedication and detail that an attorney would bring to their legal cases.
We listen to you with genuine interest and compassion to help you uncover and articulate your story, even if you don't really know what this story is yet. With this in mind, we combined our skills to meticulously craft the curricula for our "Unlocking Admissions: Law Edition" online courses.
We strongly believe that working together with us to develop your admissions strategy will help your applications leave a lasting impression on admissions committees and view them as the gold standard. Our goal is to provide tools and support that help you succeed in your legal journey.
IEC & Founder, First Honors
Notre Dame Law, J.D.
UCLA, B.A.
“As an educator, attorney, and entrepreneur, I've learned that our identities are not defined by a single path, but by our experiences and growth we gained along the way.”
This course is best suited for high school students interested in a career in law, this course will prepare you with the strategies, insights, and confidence needed to stand out and gain a competitive edge in the college admissions process.
Your course will cover:
Module 1: Beyond Spikes, Hooks, and Edges: Transform Extracurriculars into Law Supercurriculars
Module 2: Leverage Strategic College Research for a Chance-Me Boost
Module 3: The Strategic Blueprint for the Perfect Pre-Law Application Narrative
Module 4: Showcase your Authentic Pre-Law Story into a powerful personal statement
In two 6-hour interactive, hands-on workshops, students will learn the exclusive process of crafting a compelling and authentic personal statement for their college applications, focusing on storytelling techniques, self-reflection, and effective writing strategies.
Designed for law school applicants, and ambitious Pre-Law college students, and recent graduates, this course will equip you with critical insights to craft a winning admissions strategy.
Your course will cover:
Module 1L: Enhancing your Legal Resume with Meaningful Law-Centric Values
Module 2L: Optimizing your Law School List with strategic (legal) Research
Module 3L: Refining your Law School Application Narrative BLUEPRINT
Module 4L: Designing an Impactful Personal Statement for your LEGAL STORY
In two 6-hr interactive hands-on workshops, students will learn the creative strategies, professional school-level insights, and insider tips to craft a winning law school personal statement.
I'm Ron, and I’ll be your law mentor on your legal journey. The path to law school can be overwhelming and confusing - trust me, I've been there. After passing the CA Bar Exam, I vowed to guide law students with the insights that helped me succeed.
One key lesson? Embracing your unique story can set you apart in law.
My story began at military boarding school at 11. Over 5 transformative years at Army and Navy Academy, I evolved from a boy whose greatest achievement was beating Pokémon Blue into a decorated senior cadet with a 4.43 GPA, 10 APs, and 12 leadership roles.
For college admissions, I struggled to identify which achievement defined me. Then it hit me—my identity wasn’t defined by one accolade but by the life lessons, leadership skills, and discipline I gained as a military cadet. Crafting my personal statement around this narrative was the key to stand out to admissions officers, unlocking acceptances to Johns Hopkins, UC Berkeley, and UCLA.
At UCLA, I excelled academically but was uncertain about my future in law. I felt pressured to choose one path, so I took the default pre-law advice—majoring in Political Science and pursuing law internships.
It wasn’t until my last semester that I decided on law school, realizing the pre-law advice I followed as a freshman did little to help me craft a unique narrative. After graduation, I found myself at a crossroads, seeking a deeper sense of purpose before the next chapter.
Seeking clarity, I ordained as a monk in Thailand. This journey of self-discovery reignited my passion for the law and refreshed my approach to my law school applications.
By weaving this experience into my 'Legal Story,' I crafted a compelling narrative that earned a prestigious fellowship to Notre Dame Law.
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Swearing-in Ceremony w/ CA Rep. Katie Porter
‘No result is easy which is worth having. Your education begins when what is called your education is over.’ These words from Justice Oliver Wendell Holmes echoed throughout my law school years. I realized my experiences—from military school to monastic life—were key steps, not detours, in my career as a different kind of lawyer.
Success in my legal career wasn't from a set path, but from merging my passions for law, education, and business. By inspiring students, I aim to legal career that leaves a meaningful impact—a result worth having.
Remember, there’s no single ‘right’ path to your legal journey. Embracing uncertainty, challenges, and triumphs will form the bedrock of your legal story. As your law mentor, I’m here to help you harness these experiences to jumpstart your journey to law school and your future legal career.
First Honors values empowerment and inclusivity. We believe in a diverse legal community that will innovate the legal landscape and better represent all of our identities. First Honors Legal Journey offers diversity scholarships for up to 10 recipients per academic year.* The scholarship is designed to support students from diverse backgrounds interested in pursuing a career in law.
This scholarship is an unrestricted grant of $250. Scholarship recipients will also be eligible for a free 1-hour academic path and legal career consultation session ($350 value) with First Honors founder and California attorney, Ron Ruangtragool, Esq.
Apply today by filling our application form, at no-risk to you!
*For eligible students only. Please see the form for more details.
