Hinsdale, Illinois, United States
The college admissions process starts earlier than many families realize, and it can feel overwhelming. From freshman-year course planning to final application essays, I help students stay on track while giving parents peace of mind. As the founder of Gateway to Admission, I bring legal precision, deep industry knowledge, and genuine care to every student I work with. My journey began when my son entered high school. What started as a personal mission quickly evolved into a professional calling. I drew on the strengths I developed during my legal career—attention to detail, strong research skills, and clear writing—combined with a passion for mentoring teens and supporting families through high-stakes decisions. I’ve completed UCLA’s College Counseling Certificate Program and am an active member of both HECA and IECA. These professional organizations keep me connected and informed through frequent campus visits, industry conferences, webinars, and ongoing professional development. Each year, I personally visit more than ten college campuses and stay informed about the trends that shape today’s admissions landscape. At Gateway to Admission, I meet each student where they are. My approach builds confidence, strategy, and authenticity into every application. My goal is to reduce stress at home, create smart and personalized college plans, and help students find schools where they can truly thrive.
Guide students and families through every stage of the college preparation, search, and application process with personalized, one-on-one support. Help students build strong academic and extracurricular profiles, identify best-fit colleges, and craft compelling applications that reflect their unique strengths and goals. Focus on reducing stress at home while empowering students to navigate the process with confidence, clarity, and authenticity.
Managed all internal accounting and financial operations for a solo practitioner law firm. Responsibilities included budgeting, accounts payable and receivable, bank reconciliations, trust account management, payroll processing, and financial reporting. Maintained compliance with legal and ethical financial practices specific to law firms. Oversaw cash flow, prepared financial documents for tax filings, and supported strategic planning for firm growth and sustainability.
Litigation and Business Attorney. Advised clients in commercial and insurance defense litigation matters. Handled all aspects of case development, including oral and written discovery, legal research, brief writing, client communications, mediations, and trials. Collaborated with partners on litigation strategy and case management. Supervised junior attorneys and paralegals, providing guidance and quality oversight.
Litigation Attorney. Represented clients in complex insurance defense litigation. Managed all phases of litigation, including oral and written discovery, legal research, brief writing, mediations, and trials. Led client strategy meetings and served as primary liaison throughout case development. Actively participated in bar association events and networking to support business development. Supervised and mentored associates and paralegals, ensuring high-quality legal work and professional growth within the firm.
Litigation Attorney. Represented clients in commercial and insurance defense litigation matters Responsible for oral and written discovery, client meetings, legal research, brief writing, attending bar association meetings, developing business, supervising associates and paralegals, mediations and trials