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Haiyan Li - China - Class of 2020

 

Why did you choose to pursue the LLM program at Moritz?

I chose to pursue the LLM program at Moritz because Ohio State was a highly ranking law school. Further, Moritz had a great professor team and study environment. My family also lived in Columbus.

 

What concentration did you take (if any), or what was your area of focus in the LLM?

I had a concentration in corporate law.

 

What was the highlight of or favorite thing about your experience at Moritz?

The highlights of my experience at Moritz were the professional events, competitions and self- governing student organizations. The professional events provided a great amount of advice about how to pursue a good career. I also learned a lot and met many people at the networking opportunities provided at Moritz. I enjoyed moot court, and I was involved in the Student Bar Association.

 

What were you doing before pursuing this degree?

Before pursing the LLM program, I graduated from a top law school in China and practiced as a transaction lawyer in Beijing for several years. Before attending Moritz, I moved to the U.S. as a stay-at-home mom for five years with two kids.

 

How has the degree helped you achieve your career goals?

I was able to take and pass the Ohio Bar exam, and I also had a great GPA which led me to a nice job. I also had access to many excellent alumni who helped me.

 

Why would you recommend the LLM degree at Moritz to others? or What advice would you give to someone considering this degree?

I would give the advice to study hard and obtain the highest GPA possible. It is also important to network with students and staff and participate in the competitions and professional events offered through Moritz. Another very important thing is to understand the requirements to take the Ohio Bar exam, New York Bar exam, or any other state bar exam at the very beginning of your law school, before you choose you first class. The Assistant Dean is very helpful in aiding students to understand their plan to sit for a bar exam and select the right courses.