Student Spotlights
Meet the Future of Law
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At the University of Louisville Brandeis School of Law, our students bring their stories, values, and ambitions to life through their work in and beyond the classroom. The Student Spotlights series features members of our student community who represent the integrity, drive, and resilience that define a Brandeis Law education.
We highlight students whose journeys reflect our values—whether they are first-generation law students, public service advocates, future litigators, student parents, or aspiring legal scholars. Their stories offer insight into the lived experiences, motivations, and goals that shape their time at Brandeis and their impact on the world ahead.
Explore the Spotlights
From hometown pride and personal influences to career goals and favorite quotes, each spotlight offers a glimpse into the authentic experience of becoming a lawyer at Brandeis.
Megan Perry
Class of 2027
Hometown: Louisville, Kentucky
What you love about law school: My favorite part of law school has been the intellectual and personal growth I’ve experienced. As a first-generation law student, it’s been incredibly rewarding to gain confidence in a profession that once felt unfamiliar. I’m proud to have built lasting friendships while pursuing academic success, making law school a challenging but enjoyable experience.
Career goal: After graduation, I plan to pursue a career in real estate transactions and property law. Throughout law school, I’ve discovered that I’m drawn to legal issues involving ownership, land use, and commercial transactions. I enjoy work that requires careful attention to detail while helping clients achieve practical business objectives.
Biggest influence: My mom has influenced me the most. She has always supported me, taught me important life lessons, and inspired me to be my best. She encourages my academic pursuits and motivates me to keep pushing, even when things get difficult.
Favorite quote: “Whatever you are, be a good one.” – Abraham Lincoln
Silas Cooper Yancey
Class of 2027
Hometown: Paducah, Kentucky
What you love about Brandeis Law: What I love about Brandeis Law is our professors’ desire to see students succeed. I have never felt uncomfortable communicating with my professors. They genuinely care about developing students into lawyers and are always willing to lend a helping hand or a listening ear, which I greatly appreciate.
Career goal: My experiences interning with Justice Bisig at the Kentucky Supreme Court and working with the Commonwealth’s Attorney’s Office have strengthened my interest in criminal law and the judiciary. I hope to begin my career as a judicial clerk or prosecutor. At the same time, my background in business economics and opportunities like the Entrepreneurship Clinic have deepened my interest in the intersection of law and business. Ultimately, I want to build a strong foundation in the courtroom before potentially running my own firm or business and, one day, perhaps serving as a judge.
Biggest influence: My biggest influence at Brandeis Law has been Professor Marcosson. As an accomplished lawyer, educator, and coach, he has always been willing to offer valuable guidance about law and life. His classes helped me discover my interest in constitutional and criminal law, while participating on his National Moot Court team encouraged me to recognize my potential in trial advocacy. He has consistently challenged me to improve and believe in my abilities.
Favorite quote: Always strive to stay curious. – Judge Mitch Perry
Cerenity Green
Class of 2027
Hometown: Bowie, Maryland
What you love about Brandeis Law: Brandeis Law has been the perfect fit for me because the entire community, from professors to staff, genuinely wants students to succeed. The professors are supportive and accessible, and the staff makes navigating law school far less overwhelming. I enjoy my courses, both for their substance and how they’re taught. I also wanted to experience a new city and state, and Louisville has been exactly the change I hoped for: welcoming, engaging, and a great place to build my future in law.
Career goal: I’m still exploring my career options. Before law school, I worked at a firm focused on estate planning, and during law school, I’ve gained experience in employment law, trademarks, and policy. I hope to explore intellectual property, sports and entertainment, and contract law before deciding on a long-term path.
Biggest influence: I consider myself my biggest influence because I’m the one who shows up and puts in the work every day. I push myself to grow, stay disciplined, and become the best version of myself. My drive, consistency, and determination shape my path, and I take pride in knowing that my progress comes from my own effort and commitment.
Favorite quote: I am deliberate and afraid of nothing. – Audre Lorde
Sage C. Tomashek
Class of 2027
Hometown: Shawano, Wisconsin
What you love about Brandeis Law: I appreciate being able to explore different areas of law while gaining hands-on experience through our live-client clinics. I also value the welcoming legal community, which provides opportunities for students to work alongside practicing attorneys as clerks and associates.
Career goal: After graduating and passing the bar, I plan to practice immigration law. I never imagined this would be my path when I started law school, but after working in the field for more than a year, I know it’s where I’m meant to be.
Biggest influence: My parents. Without their sacrifices and support, I wouldn’t be anywhere near where I am today.
Favorite quote: Do what you can, with what you have, where you are. – Theodore Roosevelt
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Chelsea Peters
Class of 2029
United States Army
Hometown: Kansas City, Missouri
Branch of service: U.S. Army
Why I chose to serve and what I’m most proud of: I chose to serve because the Army offered an opportunity to create a better life for my son and me while doing something I could be proud of. I’m most proud of taking that leap and getting to where I am today, learning and growing along the way.
Career goal: Like Justice Louis D. Brandeis, I’m here to be a people’s lawyer. I want to serve my community and continue advocating for justice.
What you love about Brandeis Law: I love that Brandeis Law is built on the values of Justice Brandeis. I appreciate the diversity, the sense of community, and the opportunities to connect with one another and the broader community.
Favorite quote: Injustice anywhere is a threat to justice everywhere. – Martin Luther King Jr.
