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Build Confidence, Build Careers
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Carter Massengill, a driven 2L at Seton Hall Law, brings a sharp intellect, thoughtful perspective, and deep commitment to justice to everything he does. With a strong foundation in public service and a passion for advocacy, Carter exemplifies the next generation of lawyers dedicated to making a meaningful impact.
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How did your experiences before law school shape your employment decisions in law school?
Ironically, working in the financial industry before law school drew me to litigation. Despite wanting to avoid transactional law, working at J.P. Morgan has been incredibly impactful in my job search. My understanding of financial markets helped shape my 1L summer experience, where I focused on complex financial disputes in the loan industry.
When interviewing for 2L summer positions, I was able to leverage my prior experience to offer and articulate the “client-side” perspective. J.P. Morgan has worked with most big law firms, and understanding how to convey dense legal concepts in a simple way that can be understood by non-lawyers is a critical skill.
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Daniel Masoud, a 2L at Seton Hall Law, is known for his drive, efficiency, and natural gift for networking. With judicial and private firm experience under his belt, Daniel is building a strong foundation for a legal career rooted in strategic thinking, client advocacy, and meaningful professional connections.
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Can you talk a little about what made you decide to come to law school?
I kind of always knew I wanted to be an attorney— I’m not sure why. I think a big part of it was that I enjoy helping people reach their goals, and attorneys do that for their clients. I enjoy seeing people become accomplished, and I enjoy being part of the reason for that person’s success. When I applied to law school, everything just kind of fell into place for me.
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Vinod Sardesai, a 2L at Seton Hall Law, is driven by a passion for public service and a deep commitment to justice. With experience in immigration and criminal law, he’s shaping a career rooted in advocacy, government service, and making a meaningful impact in communities both locally and nationally.
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What made you decide that you wanted to go to law school?
Prior to beginning law school at Seton Hall, I earned a BA from Case Western Reserve University in History and Political Science, with minors in German and Physics, in 2022. During my senior year, I began to seriously consider law school as a way to combine the analytical skills I had developed through my studies—particularly in my physics courses—with my desire to pursue a career in government and public service. I chose to take a gap year in order to better understand my career goals. I felt it was important to take a step back from academics and gain practical experience in the workforce.
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Isabel Alvarez, a 2L Weekend student at Seton Hall Law, brings a unique perspective as a licensed pharmacist and healthcare consultant. Passionate about the intersection of science, law, and policy, Isabel is pursuing a career in pharmaceutical and biotech patent law to advocate for innovation, patient access, and healthcare equity.
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What inspired you to pursue a Juris Doctor degree while already having a Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD)?
It all started in my second-to-last year of pharmacy school when I took a pharmacy law course. Up until that point, my education had been all about medications, drug interactions, and clinical research. But that course really opened my eyes to how law plays a crucial role in healthcare policy, drug regulation, approval, and, importantly, patient access to medications. The law introduced a new perspective for me—one that often intersects with, and at times challenges, medicine. It sparked my interest in how legal frameworks govern pharmaceuticals, especially intellectual property (IP) and healthcare law.
As a pharmacist and healthcare consultant, I've seen firsthand the complexities and costs of drug development—from the research phase to clinical trials and FDA approval. These medications are groundbreaking, but their real impact is only felt when patients can access them. Pharmaceutical companies invest billions into creating innovative therapies, but these breakthroughs depend on both the affordability of what a patient can pay and strong patent protections. Without solid IP safeguards, competitors can replicate these innovations, undermining the investment that makes these therapies possible.
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Students are welcome to stop by the Career Services Boutique to get professional attire. All items are free, and they are welcome to take as many items as they like. Donations are also welcome. We accept gently worn or new suits, blouses, shirts, ties, etc. If you’re interested in organizing a clothing drive/donation event, please contact Ms. Blackwood at monique.blackwood@shu.edu
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