Lauren Dropkin practiced family law for 13 years in Chicago, IL before transitioning to her current role at Brandeis University in Waltham, MA. While Lauren serves as a general career counselor, she specializes in advising students who are considering a career in law, policy and or government. In addition to her role at the Hiatt Career Center, Lauren has served as a teaching fellow for the Legal Studies Department and teaches a class on “Applying to Law School” that she developed. She served on the executive board for the Northeast Association of Pre-Law Advisors (NAPLA) from 2017 through 2024 in multiple positions, including secretary, 2nd Vice President, 1st Vice President, President and as a member of the By-Laws Committee. She is currently Treasurer-Elect for the Pre-Law Advisors National Council (PLANC). Lauren has had the privilege of presenting at a variety of conferences for other law school advisors as well as law school applicants, and is thrilled to be presenting for Ms. JD this weekend.