Akiesha Anderson

Your favorite former law school admissions officer (from a T14 law school) turned your personal law school admissions coach!

About

Welcome!
I’m Attorney Akiesha Anderson, and I’m honored that you’re considering inviting me to be part of your law school admissions journey.

As the former Associate Director of Admissions at UCLA School of Law and the current Founder of Anderson Admissions Academy, I’ve been on both sides of the admissions table. At UCLA, I reviewed thousands of applications and helped bring in the school’s largest class of Black 1Ls in nearly 25 years—all under California’s race-blind admissions policy (long before the Supreme Court’s nationwide affirmative action ban).

Since launching Anderson Admissions Academy in 2020, I’ve helped hundreds of aspiring lawyers, helping them earn acceptances to top law schools and secure over $25 million in scholarship offers. My expertise lies in guiding low-income, first-generation, nontraditional, and especially Black and Brown applicants through the complex admissions process with clarity, confidence, and strategy.

And yes—after years of making actual admissions and scholarship recommendations myself, ya girl knows a thing or two about what it takes to stand out.

Outside of admissions coaching, I’m a licensed attorney, a policy and legislative professional (I work at the intersection of criminal justice reform and film currently), a retired lobbyist (who successfully passed numerous progressive criminal justice reform and other legislation in a deeply conservative state and legislature), the former chief of staff for the Alabama House Democrats' Minority Leader, and a proud 2024–2025 Obama Foundation Leader. I’m also a wife, sister, friend, proud HBCU grad (#myASU), graduate of The University of Alabama School of Law (a T25 at the time), member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. and someone deeply committed to dismantling barriers and building legacies.

So please—make yourself at home here. Explore my services, see how we can work together, and join me on Instagram and TikTok at @AskAkiesha for daily advice, insights, and encouragement. Your law school dreams deserve strategy, intention, and support—and I’d love to help you make them a reality.

Packages

AskAkiesha™ 72-Hour Personal Statement Analysis ($37)

Get strategic feedback on your law school personal statement in just 72 hours. Using the admissions framework developed by former UCLA School of Law admissions officer Akiesha Anderson, you'll receive a detailed analysis identifying your essay's strengths, weaknesses, and highest-priority revisions before you submit your applications.
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Priority Access List (Waiting List) ($Free)

Get notified before the general public when new Anderson Admissions Academy spots open.
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Your Guide to Securing a GREAT Law School Letters of Recommendation ($7)

A step-by-step guide created by a former UCLA Law admissions officer to help you craft a law school–specific resume that highlights your experiences, strengthens your application, and sets you apart... complete with real samples and editable templates.

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Law School Admissions - Master To-Do List ($17)

Applying to law school doesn’t have to feel overwhelming. The Law School Admissions Master To-Do List gives you every task, deadline, and resource you need in one place — so you can apply strategically and with confidence.
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Law School Application Essentials Toolkit Bundle ($50)

Your All-in-One Guide to a Stronger Application

Applying to law school is stressful, but it doesn’t have to be. The Law School Application Essentials Toolkit gives you everything you need to craft polished, persuasive materials that stand out to admissions officers.
Inside, you’ll get:
  • Personal Statement Toolkit – templates, brainstorming tools + real sample essays.
  • Diversity Statement Toolkit – highlight your story + perspective in a race-blind era.
  • Resume Toolkit – templates + insider tips tailored to law school (not jobs).
  • Letters of Recommendation Guide – who to ask, how to ask, + what to provide.
  • Law School Addendum Guide – explain GPA/LSAT gaps the right way.
  • Why X School Essay Resource – prove you’re the perfect fit for each school.

This bundle is your affordable, step-by-step roadmap to application success. So, don’t stress. Don’t guess. Get the toolkit and apply with confidence!

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15-Minute 1:1 Consultation Call (PHONE CALL ONLY) ($25)

A 15-minute consultation call with Attorney Akiesha Anderson, former UCLA Law admissions officer, designed to clarify your next steps in the law school application process by recommending the best service package for your goals.

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45-Minute 1:1 Phone Call (PHONE CALL ONLY) ($100)

Who better to guide you through the law school admissions process than a former admissions officer from a top law school? Get the kind of insight others charge thousands for—delivered in a focused 45-minute call.

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45-Minute 1:1 ZOOM Call (VIDEO call) ($150)

Who better to guide you through the law school admissions process than a former admissions officer from a top law school? Get the kind of insight others charge thousands for—delivered in a focused 45-minute call.

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Essay Brainstorming + Essay Review Package ($200)

Get expert guidance from a former law school admissions officer. Includes a live brainstorming session + detailed essay review with both suggested edits and feedback. Perfect if you’re stuck on what to write or want insider-level insight while brainstorming essay ideas.

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Post or Pre-Application Submission Review ($250)

Stop wondering. Get a comprehensive assessment of whether your law school application materials are good or not. This is great for the reapplicant wondering where they went wrong, or the applicant almost ready to hit "submit" who wants a professional set of eyes on their materials before they apply. 

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Reapplicant Reset Comprehensive Package ($400)

Are You a Reapplicant Ready to Build a Stronger Application?
A previous application cycle does not define your future. Let's identify what needs to change and create a strategy that gives you the strongest possible chance of success. 

The difference between this and the package above? Get more than just an application audit and debrief call. Also get support with up to six NEW application essays (i.e., having them reviewed with suggested edits) for the new cycle. 

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Personal Statement GRADING Session ($50)

Stop wondering. Get a quick assessment of whether your personal statement is good or not. 

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Personal Statement (or 1 Document) REVIEW Session ($100)

A detailed, line-by-line review of your personal statement (or any one document).

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2 Documents - DOCUMENT REVIEW Session ($200)

Get a detailed, line-by-line review of your law school application essays. Great for a personal statement and diversity statement (or any other materials you'll be submitting to law schools)!

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up to 4 Documents - DOCUMENT REVIEW Session ($350)

Get a detailed, line-by-line review of your law school application essays. Great for your core four law school application materials (personal statement and diversity statement, resume, addendum) or any other materials you'll be submitting to law schools!

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Up to 10 Documents - Multiple DOCUMENT REVIEW Sessions ($1,000)

Get a detailed, line-by-line review of your law school application materials. Great for getting your core four (personal statement, diversity statement, resume, addendum) + school specific essays (scholarship essays, why x school essays, short essays, etc.) reviewed.
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Up to 15 Documents - Multiple DOCUMENT REVIEW Sessions ($1,500)

Get a detailed, line-by-line review of your law school application materials. Great for getting your core four (personal statement, diversity statement, resume, addendum) + school specific essays (scholarship essays, why x school essays, short essays, etc.) reviewed.

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Application Strategy ESSENTIALS Package ($997)

Get expert guidance on your most important application materials. Includes strategy support, essay brainstorming, school list guidance, and reviews of your core application documents.

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Application Strategy PLUS Package ($1,497)

Comprehensive support for applicants seeking guidance across multiple essays, application strategy, and pre-submission review.

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Application Strategy PREMIUM Package ($2,497)

Comprehensive support for applicants seeking guidance across multiple essays, application strategy, and pre-submission review.

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Testimonials

My experience with Anderson Admissions Academy has been exceptionally impactful in preparing me for the law school application process. The guidance I received was comprehensive and addressed each stage of my application with care and precision. I was able to develop a persuasive personal statement, identify law schools that align with my long-term professional goals, and create a well-structured application strategy.

Each session provided constructive feedback that allowed me to present my qualifications with confidence. The mentorship I received elevated the quality of my application materials and gave me greater clarity about my future legal career. I strongly recommend Anderson Admissions Academy to prospective law students who seek personalized and results-driven admissions support.

- Denise B.

I really appreciate Ms. Anderson for being as thorough and concise as possible. She is pushing me to create the best statements, I can possibly make for my applications. I look forward to my final work. I’ll forever be indebted to Ms. Anderson for helping me change my life.

- Abigail M.

I love meeting and talking with Akeisha Anderson. Her level of professionalism and expertise is truly amazing. Her willingness to go the extra mile to help me with my documents and understand my story to know how to put it on paper left me speechless. I am so glad I am using her services, because I know I wouldn't get this level of servitude any where else.

- Genesis H.

Akiesha is the real deal. As a first-gen Latina applicant, I had powerful stories but needed help crafting them strategically for law school. Akiesha helped me restructure my essays, frame my background effectively, and understand how admissions officers actually read applications. Her insight on addenda, personal statements, and post-affirmative action strategy was incredibly valuable. I left our sessions with clarity, confidence, and an idea of how to make a stronger application. Highly recommend her to anyone serious about making the most of their application materials.

- Jennifer V.

Akiesha was an incredible mentor as I navigated this process as a first generation law school applicant. Her advice on communication with admissions officers, application strategies, and essay brainstorming made me feel confident and secure about my application. Her perspective as a former admissions officer at UCLA Law was crucial to my acceptances at many T14 and T20 schools and total of over $500,000 in scholarships. Akiesha is an incredible resource for underrepresented, low-income, and first-gen applicants, and I am beyond grateful for her invaluable support.

- S.F. (requested to remain anonymous)

Ms. Anderson was a godsend! I cannot recommend her services enough. Ms.Anderson does amazingly well at helping to alleviate the stresses of such an unknown and unfamiliar process. I genuinely believe that Ms. Anderson is at the top of the field when it comes to admissions consulting, and you can truly trust that what she says is applicable as she has ACTUAL admissions experience. My only regret is that I did not retainer her services sooner. Thank you so much for all of your help!

- K. (requested to remain anonymous)

LSAT: 157 & GPA: 3.1. Attending Howard School of Law. IG: _mylesperhour.
I’ve had the privilege and pleasure of attending Akiesha’s group coaching program, along with receiving document reviews. With her counseling as a reapplicant, I was able to understand all the intricacies and nuances that are involved in the law school application process. I had numerous inspirations for my personal statement and I didn’t know which route to take. Akiesha aided in streamlining my thought process and having me focus on the why that’s in my heart. As a first-generation law student, I wish I had Akiesha in my corner for guidance when I applied last year. That’s why I’m so thankful I asked Akiesha and now I’m attending my number one choice.

- Myles Heath

I really appreciated Akiesha's insight when it came to conveying the strengths of my application. Entering this cycle, I was unsure of how to effectively navigate the law school admissions process and was not wholly confident with my written materials. After a few document review sessions with Akiesha, I was able to craft a successful personal statement that showcased my strengths through a powerful narrative. Her advice was crucial in this process, as I don't believe my personal statement would have been as effective had I not met with her beforehand. I also found her to be extremely helpful and supportive when it came to things like interview prep, or connecting me with current students at law schools I had been admitted to. After Akiesha's support, I had a significantly higher level of confidence in my application and I'm very happy with how things have turned out! I couldn't have imagined this outcome before working with Akiesha, and I'm incredibly grateful for her support with my applications!

Feel free to add my acceptances and scholarship info! I've included it below (committed to U Chicago):

Stats: 3.5x LSAC GPA, 17x LSAT
Accepted at: UChicago, Columbia, Duke, UVA, Michigan, Northwestern, Georgetown, UCLA, Vanderbilt, WashU, Notre Dame, USC, Villanova
Total amount in scholarships: $1,015,905

- Kwabena Lynn

Akiesha helped me get into multiple t14s and T20s with scholarship! Her feedback on essays, resumes and other additional materials definitely boosted my chances of admittance since I was under median for many of them. I will be attending Cornell Law with a hefty scholarship in the fall, and I will always be grateful for her. She is life-changing.

- K.P. (requested to remain anonymous)

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