Anna Kessels studied Law and Economics at the University of Augsburg before earning her LL.M. from the University of Pittsburgh School of Law, where she developed a strong interest in bankruptcy law because of its complexity and international scope. She is grateful to the Honorable Judith K. Fitzgerald and Professor Manne for fostering that interest…

Matthew Magill graduated magna cum laude from the University of Michigan Law School in May 2026. At Michigan Law, he served as a Senior Editor of the Michigan Journal of Environmental and Administrative Law, Speakers and Careers Chair of the Environmental Law Society, and Careers Chair of the Veterans Society. Matthew earned a Bachelor of…

Tracey McEvans is a 3L at the University of Michigan Law School and anticipates graduating in Spring 2027. She participated in the 2026 Duberstein Moot Court Competition and has pursued an extensive course of study in bankruptcy law at Michigan. Having entered law school with a strong interest in bankruptcy, she is grateful to Professor…

Ryan Kim is a J.D. candidate at the University of Michigan Law School, graduating in May 2027. During his time at Michigan Law, Ryan immersed himself in various bankruptcy-related endeavors, including but not limited to: bankruptcy and restructuring related courses, the Duberstein Bankruptcy Moot Court Competition, and research involving liability management exercises. Ryan discovered his…

Kevin Kelsey will be a spring 2027 graduate of the University of Idaho College of Law. While in law school, he works as a legal research assistant at a local law firm and enjoys gaining practical experience alongside his studies. His study of bankruptcy law sparked a strong interest in creditor-debtor law and has led…

Kate Wise is expected to earn her J.D. from Georgetown University Law Center in Spring 2026. Prior to law school, she received her undergraduate degree in Political Science with a minor in International Relations from Boston University, graduating summa cum laude in Spring 2023. During law school, Kate worked with the Office of the United…

Benjamin Lord is expected to earn his J.D. from Georgetown University Law Center in Spring 2026. Benjamin worked in finance prior to law school, including as a loan asset management analyst at Goldman Sachs and as the Vice President of Acquisitions at a real estate private equity firm focused on opportunistic senior housing acquisitions. Most recently,…

Gavin Sepanik is a J.D. candidate at the University of Illinois College of Law, anticipating graduation in May 2027. Gavin received his Bachelor of Arts in Sociology from Colorado State University in 2024. At Illinois Law, Gavin has developed a strong interest in bankruptcy law, which he has pursued both inside and outside the classroom….

Kristen Aiyanyor earned her Bachelors of Arts in Political Science at the University of Kansas. She is a rising 3L at the University of Kansas School of Law where she has served as the President of KU’s Black Law Student’s Association and Vice-President of KU’s American Constitution Society.

Brian Buckley is a J.D. candidate at the University of San Diego School of Law, anticipating graduation in June 2026. Brian will be graduating near the top of his class and received the CALI award (highest grade) in Bankruptcy, Products Liability, Remedies, Property, and Torts. While in law school, he was also a member of the…

Zoe Crow is a rising third-year law student at Campbell University School of Law. She is from New Bern, North Carolina and earned her Bachelor of Arts in Biology from East Carolina University and her Juris Master in Health Law from Liberty University. At Campbell, Zoe serves as a Legal Research and Writing Scholar and…

Annie Miner is a recent graduate of BYU’s J. Reuben Clark Law School. Annie grew up in Salt Lake City and also attended BYU for undergrad, where she graduated with a BS in Accounting and a minor in Art History. She is currently studying for the Utah Bar Exam, after which she will begin working…

Seth Sudweeks is a rising 3L at BYU’s J. Reuben Clark Law School. Seth serves on the board of the Moot Court Team and is a Senior Editor of the Law Review. He is currently externing for Judge Michael Thomson at the Utah Bankruptcy Court. Seth discovered his interest in bankruptcy after attending BYU Law’s…

Ashley Truong is a J.D. candidate at UC Davis School of Law and will graduate in Spring 2027. She is a member of the Society of Women in Golf and the Asian Pacific American Law Students Association and has served as a tutor and research assistant. She thanks Professor John Hunt for contributing to her…

Mehdi Zahr is a J.D. candidate at the University of Toledo College of Law, expected to graduate in May 2027. He earned his B.A. in International Relations from Oakland University’s Honors College. Mehdi developed an interest in bankruptcy law through coursework in Business Bankruptcy with Professor Kline, engaging with both the doctrinal and practical dimensions…

Elysa Schroeder is a Spring 2026 graduate of Loyola University New Orleans College of Law. During law school, she served as President of If/When/How: Lawyering for Reproductive Justice and as the 3L Representative for the Women Law Students Association. In recognition of her leadership and advocacy, Elysa received Loyola’s Lux Legis Award for Outstanding Student…

Simon Jaronski is a Spring 2026 graduate of the Thomas R. Kline School of Law of Duquesne University. He is also a lifelong native of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. During his time at Duquesne-Kline, Simon was a member of the Duquesne Law Review and competed on the Appellate Moot Court Board. Simon is grateful for the mentors…

Christian Barone is a J.D. candidate at The George Washington University law School, anticipating graduation in Spring 2027. Christian attended The Ohio State University as an undergraduate studying Economics with a minor in Italian. He was glad to find an interest in bankruptcy law through Professor Michael St. Patrick Baxter’s course. He enjoyed the course due…