Ms. JD Writers in Residence
Unique among writing programs, Ms. JD's Writers in Residence program equips law students, professionals, and attorneys with the platform to publish written work amplifying the voices, faces and concerns of women in the legal profession. Our past writers have provided some of our most thought-provoking, encouraging, and honest content.
In selecting the next Writers in Residence cohort, Ms. JD considers the quality of the candidate’s past writing, potential for growth, and ability to contribute to their peers. Ms. JD's Writers in Residence are diverse in style, experience, and education, with talent and focus as the true common denominators.
Writers in Residence will be expected to:
- Commit to the Writers-In-Residence Program for 12 months (running August 2025-July 2026)
- Write one blog post per month
- Meet deadlines for topic and draft submissions as provided in advance by Ms. JD staff
HOW TO APPLY
Applications for the Ms. JD Writers in Residence Program are now closed. Use the button below to join the waitlist and be the first to find out when applications open.
MEET OUR 2024-2025 WRITERS IN RESIDENCE
GABRIELA BRUNNER
Pre-Law Advising Services
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
SARA SANTOYO
Lawyer & Certified Life Coach
Sara Santoyo Coaching
CORI BRATBY-RUDD
Law Student
Southwestern Law
KRISTINA BILOWUS
Assistant Director of Career Development
Michigan State University College of Law
MEET OUR SPONSORS
BECOME A WRITER IN RESIDENCE
Develop new skills.
- Learn about the online editorial process and digital content creation
- Build your research, peer-review, and editing skills
Build your network.
- Build relationships with current and past Writers in Residence
- Connect with other like-minded women who aspire to write and publish their work
Build your personal brand.
- Have your work published on a national platform for women in the legal profession
- Add a distinguished position to your resume and on LinkedIn
- Grow your online presence and following
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS
- We do not require any degrees or tests.
- Chronological age is not a consideration.
- Be a member of the Ms. JD Online Community (free to join - join here).
- Law students, practicing attorneys, legal professionals, or any individuals interested in the legal profession are eligible to apply.
FAQs
Can you help me choose which of my works to submit?
We encourage you to submit whatever writing sample you feel best represent your work as a writer and the work you want to produce for Ms. JD. If possible, include a work that is more conversational in tone as opposed to strictly academic writing. See our current blog for examples of the type of writing we are looking for.
When will I hear about my application?
All applicants will be notified about our decision no later than June 28th.
Is there an application fee?
There is no application fee.
Do I need to send letters of recommendation or transcripts to Ms. JD?
No. Please do not have letters of recommendation or transcripts sent. All the information required will be asked for in the application form.
Can you add some information to my application after I have submitted it?
No, we cannot alter or add information to your application form.
How are applicants selected?
Applications are read thoroughly by a committee. The committee members then score applicants based on a rubric and then discuss the most promising applicants they consider the most suitable for the Writers in Residence program.
