Northwestern Undergraduate Law Journal Speaker Series

Part 2 is here! René Jovel continues outlining his incredible journey, starting this episode with his experience as a law student. Jovel is honest about the challenges embedded in law school; however, he highlights the ultimate life-changing rewards that studying the law has yielded for him. His diverse professional background within the legal career means that this episode has a little something...

Deciding to attend law school is a big deal. Applying requires thoughtful essays, diligent LSAT studying, and a major financial burden. To gain some insight, listen to the wise words of Northwestern alumn and first-generation lawyer, René Jovel. This wonderful guest holds such a wealth of insight to share that he has a two podcast episodes! Enjoy Part 1 of his college life and early career, and st...

Immigration law is at the forefront of political policy today. Listen as Mr. Takhsh breaks down the constantly-changing daily workload of an immigration attorney, and the attitude required to succeed in this increasingly uncertain field of law. He presents the extreme challenges that immigration attorneys face at this moment, but also the extraordinary importance of doing the work. This episode co...

Please join us for a wonderful episode with Pamela, who works as the restorative justice manager at the James B. Moran Center for Youth Advocacy. Her background in journalism, as a graduate of our own Northwestern's Medill School of Journalism, sheds a unique light on the criminal legal system. Her work with innocence centers and wrongful convictions is a beacon of hope. This is an incredible epis...

For those interested in the public sector and politics, this one is for you! Join us as we speak with Lauren, the Director of Strategic Communications at the ACLU. This episode is perfect for those who want to work in the public interest/legal sector without going to law school! A Northwestern University alumna, Lauren is a wealth of knowledge.

Join us while we talk with Jessica, a law student at Northwestern Pritzker School of Law. Listen as Jessica provides insight on what life is like once you get to law school, and how to get the most out of those three years! From classes, to recruiting, to life after law school, get the inside information with Jessica!

Join us with an incredible episode about law school applications with an expert in the field! Our guest, Victoria Inoyo is the Director of Advising at  Juris Education , a leading law school admissions consulting edtech startup . Explore their website to learn more about law school applications and how Juris Education can aid in your journey!

In this engaging discussion, Haarika interviews Professor DiCola from Pritzker Law School. They delve into Professor DiCola’s background and his fascinating journey into copyright law, driven by his passion for music. The conversation covers various aspects of copyright law, including the intricacies of digital sampling, the challenges musicians face with licensing, and how these laws impact music...

In this episode of the Northwestern Undergraduate Law Journal Speaker Series, I interview Ish Alsheik, an ‘05 graduate of Northwestern's Pritzker School of Law. Ish discusses his educational journey starting from his undergraduate years at Georgetown University, his volunteer work in Chicago, his stint in politics, and his legal career path through various firms, highlighting his time at Schif...

In this episode, we talk with Professor Janice Nadler, a professor at Northwestern's Pritzker School of Law. During our conversation, we discuss topics in food law including lab-grown meat, GMOs, and the environmental impacts of food regulation. At the end of the podcast, we also discuss the intersection of law and psychology as well as how this field interacts with the previous discussions on...

In this episode, we speak with Lynn Page the prelaw advisor at Northwestern University. Throughout the podcast we discuss several aspects regarding law school personal statements, diversity statements, and optional essays. We cover topics such as choosing the appropriate length for your essays, when to write a diversity statement, and what you ought to discuss throughout these essays. The podcast...

In this episode, we speak with Professor Speta, who has held numerous, impressive roles at Northwestern Pritzker School of Law. We start this episode with a brief overview of what antitrust law is, breaking it down to three main points. Professor Speta is also a Professor of Law, so we discuss both his classes and his previous professional experience at a large law firm. Finally, we conclude this...

In this episode, we speak with Professor Weber, a professor at DePaul College of Law. Professor Weber speaks about his work focused on disability law, and he describes where the inspiration for his professional work came from. In addition, Professor Weber breaks down specific aspects of disability law such as the Americans with Disabilities Act and the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and then describes...

In this episode, we speak with Professor Regina Schwartz, Law and English professor at Northwestern Pritzker School of Law and Weinberg College of Arts and Sciences, respectively. Professor Schwartz speaks about her publications combining the field of law, literature, and religion. We discuss how the three fields are interrelated in broadening the definition of justice, as well as the debate surro...

On this podcast, we spoke with Professor Hughes, and we discussed a variety of topics with her such as how her work, background, and experience relate to Black History Month. We also discussed her professional interests such as the 14th Amendment, how she became a lawyer, and more.

In this episode we speak with Professor Curtis A. Bradley, a law professor at the University of Chicago. Professor Bradley speaks on his time working in the Washington, D.C. law world, specializing in foreign law. We discuss the American Journal of International Law, the importance of diplomacy, and break down some international law conflicts we are seeing in headlines today.

In this episode, we speak with Professor Paul A. Gowder of Northwestern Pritzker School of Law on his recently released book, The Rule of Law in the United States: An Unfinished Project of Black Liberation. We discuss how power affects politics and law, critical race theory, how the government is constrained by its own laws, and his next book in 2022 on platform governance of social media.

In this episode, we speak with Professor Michael S. Kang of Northwestern Pritzker School of Law on voting rights, redistricting, and judicial elections. We discuss election law, voting restrictions and the role of media in the upcoming 2022 and 2024 elections, campaign finance, and Professor Kang’s next research project.

Founded in 2019, the Northwestern Undergraduate Law Journal has grown significantly to gain an impressive presence on Northwestern’s campus and a renowned voice within the pre-law community. This spring, we are excited to launch the inaugural issue of our NULJ 2020-2021 journal and have our authors and editors present on their work they have done in preparation for our publication. We are also exc...

Voter suppression can be used as a tactic to influence the results of an election by discouraging and preventing certain groups from voting. It has become an important issue of discussion after the 2020 Election. We were honored to invite three keynote speakers to join us in conversation to discuss the past and current mechanisms of voter suppression in the US. We welcomed Professor Michael Kang f...

In this episode, we speak with Columbia Law School Professor Jane Spinak, who specializes in juvenile justice and child advocacy. We discuss her thoughts on family court and the juvenile justice system, as well as advice on applying to law school, career paths in family law, and more!

In this episode, we speak with Columbia 3L and former Northwestern wildcat, Kori Cooper, and Dean of the Office of Career Services at Columbia Law. We discuss the law school application process, how to excel in law school, and the career search for New York firms.

In this episode, we speak with Xander Meise, Senior Fellow at the Center for Ethics and the Rule of Law at University of Pennsylvania Carey Law School, Political Partner of the Truman National Security Project, and Adjust Professor at Georgetown University Law Center. We discuss the future of climate policy in the U.S. and abroad and explore the best possible methods of negotiating international c...

In this episode, we speak with the Chairman of the Litigation Department of Westerman Ball Ederer Miller Zucker and Sharfstein, LLP, Jeffrey Miller, about his career. We discuss the path to becoming a lawyer, what makes you hirable in a legal career, and how to explore your interest in the law as an undergraduate. 

In this episode, we speak with Professor Kermit Roosevelt of the University of Pennsylvania Carey Law School. We discuss the ins and outs of the impeachment process and how it differs from a criminal process. This episode was recorded on February 15, 2021, two days after President Trump was acquitted by the Senate on the impeachment charge of inciting an insurrection.