Noah Niksefat is a first-year student at Loyola Law School who aims to apply his business background toward a purposeful legal career.
I experienced a warm, caring culture during my undergraduate years at LMU, and coming to Loyola Law School felt like returning to a familiar place that genuinely values its students. That sense of continuity mattered to me more than I expected, especially in an environment as demanding as law school.
What I appreciate about Loyola is how much the professors care. Their engagement does not stop when class ends. Outside the classroom, they are accessible not only to clarify and discuss career paths, but also to check in with students and, occasionally, help them figure out how to survive their class. Many go beyond what is required by actively connecting students with opportunities, mentors, and real-world perspectives, a level of investment that shapes how passionately students approach their work.
The student culture reinforces this feeling. I have made friends who are generous with their time, support, and encouragement. Law school can be competitive, but at Loyola, it feels collaborative. That shared sense of purpose makes the workload more manageable and the experience more meaningful.
I also value Loyola’s reputation. Through my work experience both within and outside the legal field, I have met many successful and passionate attorneys who graduated from Loyola. Even attorneys who did not attend Loyola recognize the school for producing sharp, well-prepared professionals. My friends at other LA law schools consistently echo that perception.
What makes Loyola unique is how effectively it prepares students for meaningful work across virtually every area of law and beyond, while cultivating a community that cares about who you become along the way. That is what I have grown to love most about my time here.
TOPICS: Faculty, New Students, Student Life