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I can’t speak to their services, but I love their podcast with Mike and Anna who give exceptional admission advice. And also the guest they bring on are informative and great. I’d give the podcast more than 5stars if I could.

This was most definitely an amazing experience. Working with Tom was so much fun and of course, also productive. Not only is he an amazing writer and knows how to tailor essays to perfection for law school, but he is also great at brainstorming ideas with you. Tom was of great support throughout the entire process from the application stages all the way to calming my nerves as I waited for decisions to start coming out. I could go on and on about how great my experience with him has been. But one thing is for sure, working with Tom gave me the opportunity to create a top notch law school application and to meet and get to know an amazing person!

From the beginning of my law school application process, I knew that getting accepted into the T-14 would be an uphill battle. My GPA was below the 25th percentile at every school I applied to. My undergraduate application essays were mediocre at best - I had only gotten into one school. I had gotten a great LSAT score, but I needed to show law schools that I wasn't just good at taking tests. Like many super-splitters, I needed to provide substance to my application without coming off as a braggadocious automaton.

When I reached out to Spivey Consulting, they connected me with Nick Everdell. Nick has experience at the highest echelon of law school admissions - Columbia & Yale. This experience is evident in both his advice and his work ethic. Just an example: Nick and I worked on my personal statement for two months straight until we got it right - lots of other admissions companies would try to cycle you through as fast as possible. Nick understood that quality, authentic, and enjoyable essays are oftentimes the difference between acceptance and rejection.

My results for the historically difficult 2024-2025 law school admissions cycle are as follows:
• Four T-14 law school acceptances;
• Received over $1.1 million in total merit scholarships;
• And enrolled with a significant scholarship at the #1 ranked public law school in the country (UVA).

I equate Spivey Consulting to hiring a lawyer during a trial. Of course, you could always represent yourself in front of the judge (or admissions committee), but if you can swing good counsel, you should do it. If you have a weak point in your application - terrible transcript, C&F, shoddy work experience - put yourself at ease and call Spivey!

I had a wonderful experience from beginning to end with my consultant, Hannah Song. Hannah was instrumental in helping to develop a cohesive story while always ensuring the essays produced maintained my personal voice and style. As an older applicant, I was apprehensive and unsure how to navigate the application process. Hannah's expertise and deadlines greatly reduced my stress and made the mountain of work manageable and exciting. Throughout the process she was a tremendous sounding board and went out of her way to accommodate my schedule whenever needed. Without Hannah and Spivey, I am assured I would not have gotten into the amazing schools I was admitted to. It was overall a phenomenal experience and I could not recommend enough Spivey, and specifically Hannah Song, to any law school applicants.

I'm very happy with my experience, I worked with Danielle and she did a great job at helping me streamline my approach and organize my thoughts. I would recommend Spivey to anyone who feels they could benefit from very structured help. Even if it might feel a bit unnatural at times to work with a consultant, especially if you're not used to something like this, remember that they're bringing the insights and perspective of an admissions officer and can help you avoid the pitfalls that you might fall into from not being sufficiently able to put yourself in the shoes of an admissions officer. If you're a more intuitive person, it might really serve you well to avail yourself of Spivey's data-driven approach as a supplement to ensure the best outcome.

As a first-generation college student and now, first-generation law student this process was incredibly intimidating. There were so many moments where I truly didn’t know where to begin, but engaging Spivey made all the difference. I cannot say enough good things about my consultant, Tom Robinson. Tom is the kind of person who makes you feel like you’re not just another applicant, you're a story worth telling. From day one, he was thoughtful, patient, honest, and deeply empathetic - all the qualities I was hoping to find in a consultant. He took the time to understand who I am, and he helped me bring my voice to the forefront in a way that felt true and powerful.

There were many moments where I really struggled with telling my story, and Tom was always the person who encouraged me to stay authentic and true to myself. He never rushed me, never gave cookie-cutter advice; instead, he asked the right questions, pushed me when I needed it, and took the time to listen to my story. I truly believe I had the successful cycle I did, in part, because of Tom. He helped me tell the story I wasn't sure I was capable of telling.

I highly recommend using Spivey; absolutely worthwhile investment.

Spivey, and in particular Peter Cramer, provided me with fantastic support with my LL.M. application. With his impressive expertise and experience, Peter paved the way for my academic and legal future and got me into my dream university! He was my go-to person for every question, improved my documents down to the last detail and provided an absolutely impeccable service throughout the months. I can wholeheartedly recommend Spivey and Peter!

My consultant had a great calming presence about him that eased me through the anxiety of the process, every time I had a worry I knew I could count on him to provide facts that deterred any spiral I might have been heading down. This was a hard cycle, it was amazing to feel like there was someone in my corner.

After I got my LSAT score back last June, I wanted to start working on my law school applications but had no idea where to start. I looked into Spivey and had an initial consultation meeting with Hannah Song, where she explained the application process and how she could help me. Spivey was worth the cost and time put into meeting with Hannah. I'm not sure I would have been able to complete and submit my applications as efficiently and confidently as I had without her help. She was reassuring, quick to respond, and a great person to have throughout the process. I was thrilled with my cycle results after one of the "most competitive cycles," and I am excited to be attending a T-14 school this fall! In summary, Spivey helped me achieve my goals, made the application process less stressful for me, and aided in making my dream of going to law school a reality.

I was genuinely impressed by Rodia’s extensive knowledge of the law school application process right from the start. She has a unique approach to organizing the application timeline to make sure that each component is not only completed to the highest standards but also in a way that highlights my personality. No wonder that our efforts turned into multiple offers from top law schools.
Beyond being an outstanding consultant, Rodia also protected my mental health throughout this stressful journey. Each time I felt stressed out, talking to her always relieved me from my stress and helped me regain confidence. I do not exaggerate when I say that my application outcome would not have been so ideal without her help. I wholeheartedly recommend anyone aspiring to attend a top law school to work with Rodia. She has been incredibly patient, helpful, and humorous every step of the way.
As for Spivey, I found the monthly news letter to be very thoughtful and useful. It kept me updated about the cycle as it developed and offered many resources for me to read, watch, and listen during my free time to learn more about the cycle and the law school life.

If application advising is an art, then Spivey Consulting are truly masters of the craft.

My advisor, Karen Buttenbaum did not just offer generic guidance. She took the time to listen carefully and tailored her suggestions in way that empowered me to present my most authentic self. Throughout the process, she challenged me to think critically about my materials and helped me grow into a much better writer. From her detailed essay feedback to thoughtful follow-up emails, I always felt that Karen genuinely cared about my story and was deeply invested in my success. She was a steady blanket of security during what could have been an overwhelming process. Thanks to Karen and all the folks at Spivey, I achieved admission at my dream law school.

For all of this and more, Spivey Consulting was worth every penny.

Working with Jenn Kopolow while applying to law school was an absolute pleasure. Jenn consistently provided a quick response time, helpful motivation, and significant constructive criticism, ensuring that I felt supported, calm, and well-prepared throughout my application process. I could not have asked for a kinder, more attentive advisor. I am now headed to my top choice T-14 law school and am so grateful for the support.

As a first-generation law student and an international applicant, I often felt overwhelmed and unsure of the process when I was submitting my initial application to law schools - without an admission expert's guidance. When I found myself waitlisted at a lot of schools, I felt I needed professional help, and that’s when I turned to Spivey.

Working with Nathan has made a lot of difference. He brings deep experience and a reassuring presence to what can be a very stressful time. He understands the nuances of the waitlist process and helped me strategize and communicate my interest effectively with each school. On top of everything, he responds quickly.

I would strongly recommend Nathan and Spivey Consulting to anyone navigating the law school admissions process, especially if you’re coming from a background like mine.

nick was great! he was super responsive and very knowledgeable. I was really happy with the schools I got into.

Joe was super helpful and very supportive throughout the whole process - he helped me make my essays and overall application much better than they otherwise would have been.

Great communications, tailored experience.

Nikki, Nikki, Nikki - she was a fantastic thought partner and guide through the very condensed and stressful transfer application timeframe. She made the process digestible and I felt like the whole Spivey team had my back not just my assigned consultant. It was worth every penny, could not recommend Nikki and Spivey enough!

I originally went with Spivey because I am a super-splitter in my late 30s, so definitely not a typical candidate. The insider knowledge that the Spivey team provides was wonderful and reassuring throughout the application process, they have experience with everything, so nothing is new to them. More than anything though, Tom Robinson specifically made the package worth it. Here are a few examples of how he helped:
-His thoughtful feedback throughout the essay drafting process, information regarding specific schools and their proclivities, ie. when to write which 'why x' essay.
-Tom sent me random articles having to do with my essay topic as they came up, not always to use them but because he was genuinely interested.
-Tom was able to put me in touch with current students at several of the universities I applied to, so that I could learn more about them.
-Tom caught a number formatting issues before I clicked submit on my applications, things I just didn't see.
-Tom helped me draft a roster of schools that matched my goals, including safety schools, targets, and reaches.
-Tom helped me think through the admissions offers I received, waitlist options, etc.
I only worked with Tom, but I get the impression that the rest of the team is similarly qualified and attentive. I would recommend this for anyone that wants peace of mind and excellent counsel.

Shannon was an amazing advisor. As a first generation student, I’ve often struggled to recognize my strengths and accomplishments. I felt that Shannon truly saw me and helped me see myself through a new lens. We were able to complete my application in such a short time period, and through the stress of law school and job applications. I am so appreciative of Shannon’s patience and nuanced thinking!

I was very happy with my experience with Spivey Consulting. They were thorough and realistic in the help they provided with navigating the law school admissions process. The consultant I worked with personally, Nick was very knowledgeable!