Alyssa

I am a second-year law student and Dean’s Merit Scholar at Pepperdine Caruso School of Law and a 2025 graduate of UCLA, where I earned my bachelor’s degree in Political Science with a focus in American Politics. My undergraduate studies allowed me to explore the institutions and ideas that shape our legal and political systems, laying the foundation for my decision to pursue law school.

Having navigated the 2024-25 law school application cycle, I remember the excitement, uncertainty, and many decisions that come with the admissions process. As a mentor, I look forward to sharing my perspective as a current law student and helping applicants feel more informed and confident as they take their next steps.

Last summer, I served as a judicial extern for the Honorable Troy L. Nunley, Chief United States District Judge for the Eastern District of California. That experience gave me a valuable opportunity to observe federal litigation from the court’s perspective and deepen my understanding of legal practice. Next summer, I will work at a business litigation firm in Woodland Hills before entering my final year of law school.

At Pepperdine, I am particularly passionate about oral advocacy and compete on the moot court competition team. I also serve as a Teaching Fellow for the 1L Academic Mastery Program, a Westlaw Student Brand Ambassador, and the Administrative Chair of the Dispute Resolution Society.

Outside of academics, I enjoy scrapbooking, running a small business creating homemade greeting cards, reading books (unrelated to law!) and taking sunset walks.