Biography

Paula Gluzman has over a decade of experience in both legal practice and law school administration. Her passion for working with students throughout their law school journey is reflected in a wide range of professional roles.

  • Assistant Director of Admissions & Financial Aid at the University of Washington School of Law and later at UCLA School of Law
  • Reviewed and evaluated hundreds of admissions files
  • Conducted applicant interviews and advised candidates across the U.S. and internationally
  • Presented nationwide on law school admissions topics
  • Mentored and advised pre-law students
  • Worked in career services, employer outreach, recruiting, and professional development training
  • Graded California Bar exam practice tests

Her career advising background brings a full-circle perspective, helping applicants make informed, strategic decisions aligned with long-term professional goals.

Leadership & Professional Involvement

Paula has held leadership roles both during and after law school, including:

  • Comments Editor on a law journal
  • Elected leadership and board positions in:
    • NALP (National Association for Law Placement)
    • SDLRA (San Diego Legal Recruiting Association)
    • LEAP (Legal Education Access Pipeline)

Commitment to Diversity & Access

As an immigrant and the first in her family to attend law school, Paula is deeply committed to promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion in legal education and hiring.

  • Leads DE&I initiatives at Spivey Consulting
  • Heads the firm's annual Pro-Bono Program
  • Focuses on expanding equal access to law school admissions information
  • Understands firsthand the challenges of applying to law school and the importance of informed mentorship

Writing & Advising Strength

Paula brings a strong writing background to her admissions work and takes pride in helping clients craft compelling personal statements and application materials.

  • Extensive experience reviewing and editing resumes, cover letters, and essays
  • Passionate about storytelling and helping applicants highlight their unique strengths and value

Personal Note

Paula lives in Northern California with her family and their scruffy little pup.

truspilot-star

“I want to greatly thank Paula Gluzman for all of her guidance, therapy sessions, and editing on my applications. She was a tremendous help, and I feel so lucky that we were paired up together when I started with Spivey. She made the application process much easier and kept me on track with my goals, while also making sure I was realistic. In addition, she made me feel comfortable enough sharing stories with her that I had trouble talking about, but knew would help the admissions team see my strength and resiliency. If it weren’t for Paula, I probably wouldn’t have written some of those essays, and who knows where I would be!”

J.C.
LinkedIn
Ready to Take the Next Step?

Work with us to Strengthen Your Application

With years of admissions experience and a personalized approach, we are here to guide you through the process and help you present your strongest application. Reach out today to get started.