Program Reviews

This was an amazing experience, and I highly recommend joining if you're unsure about the type of law you want to practice. This has helped me decide on what type of attorney I want to become in a few years. Especially our mentors, Kaylah and Heidi, who help us guide ourselves throughout the city. Even spent time with us after the law firms and helped us with any clarifications that we needed regarding certain topics. In our free time, they reunited us and we went to an event in France because it was their independence It was an amazing experience, and how they included us and how every year all the French people gather around and celebrate it.

I can’t recommend the Milan Lex Fellowship enough! From day one, the program throws you into real-world legal work while also giving you a taste of Italian culture. I rotated through multiple law firms, sat in on meetings, and even got to contribute to case studies. The mentorship from U.S. law students was super helpful—they helped me understand not just the law, but also how to navigate professional environments abroad.

The cultural excursions were the perfect balance to the intense work days. Milan is beautiful, and getting to explore it with classmates and professionals made the experience unforgettable.

Yes, the program is fast-paced and the fee isn’t cheap, but the value—both professionally and personally—is worth it. I left with stronger legal skills, a global perspective, and a network of contacts I’ll carry forever.

10/10 would do it again!

When I arrived in Genoa, I was two days early for the program. Driving in from a very far distance, I saw the water, the sea during the sunset! Finally, when I made it to the location for my program, I had three roommates: one from Maryland, one from California, and one from Canada (New Brunswick). We were all quite different, but all had something to share.

The first night we met up with the girls, who had a separate dormitory, and had dinner (I had veal ravioli). The program consisted of many moments like this: family-style meals and my favorite part, law firm visits.

I think I enjoyed my experience more than some of my peers because I am bilingual in Italian and was able to understand much more, but we did have our hostess, who regularly translated for us. I learned a lot about the Italian legal system compared to the American system. In addition, we had a class where we prepared for the LSAT and reviewed the ins and outs of law school. Additionally, we had weekend trips planned by the hostess that included train rides to Portofino and kayaking by the South of France.

All of this was included, and really, if you decide to go, take the opportunity to have fun, and you will! Also I loved the transportation system in Genoa specifically over the rest of Italy, and i loved taking runs throughout the city.

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This trip was very fun and at the same time informative. It allowed me to develop my legal knowledge and prepare me for law school, and at the same time as network with like minded individuals. Being in a new foreign county to explore made this an even more memorable experience. I would definitely recommend this program to someone who is interested in potentially pursuing a legal career and loves traveling. The support staff also made the trip super easy to understand the local traditions and make you feel safe.

This summer, I had the incredible opportunity to attend the Lex Fellowship's Pre-Law Program in Lisbon, Portugal. Over two weeks, I worked alongside students from universities across the country, participating in law firm visits, mock trials, legal training sessions, and cultural excursions, including a guided tour of the Portuguese Parliament and Constitutional Court! We explored many areas of law, including international, corporate, family, and even music copyright. The lawyers we met were both welcoming and honest about the realities of their careers, challenging us during our mock “cases” and pushing us to think critically.

It was a truly meaningful experience I will never forget, especially because of the amazing people I met along the way. It also solidified my passion for pursuing a future legal career, and for that, I am deeply grateful.

I am honored to share that I received a Certificate of Excellence from the Lex Fellowship, a special recognition awarded to participants who demonstrate exceptional dedication to all aspects of the program.

I really enjoyed the trip and met some amazing people. I would say that the cost of the fellowship did not reflect the housing amenities or the food options, but I was overall very pleased with how the trip turned out. I would say that it exposes you to a different culture more than provided an educational environment. Along with this, they did not pile extensive learning onto you and introduced certain concepts with support to answer any questions we may have. Overall I had an amazing time and met some amazing people that I would absolutely do again.

The Lex Fellowship in DC was an exceptional opportunity to explore the law school journey and its significance for me. I appreciated learning from our legal assistant and hearing her stories and experiences with the law, especially because of how personal it made the program feel. Whenever there was a problem, it was generally pretty easy to communicate with city managers, roommates, our legal assistant, and others in the group. I really liked the programming of events and the balance between different types of experiences, but I kind of wish that we had gone to the Capitol as a group. The group of students in this program made my experience super fun and memorable. It was very worth getting involved and participating. I believe I improved a lot as a an aspiring law student and individual as a whole.

My trip to Boston was truly unforgettable because of the firsthand experience I had working with law firms. Being part of the very first group to go to Boston made it feel extra special—we were paving the way, and that came with both excitement and challenges.

The highlights were definitely the people. I made friends I know I’ll keep for a lifetime, and the bonds we built made the long days worthwhile. My city managers and my assigned 1L student were incredible. They were approachable, supportive, and genuinely invested in helping me succeed. Their guidance didn’t just help me during the trip—it changed the course of my academic journey. Because of their mentorship, I felt motivated to continue my education, and now I’m on track to finish my MBA before pursuing my JD. That kind of inspiration is priceless.

That said, I want to be honest about a few things that could be improved. Since our group was the first to go, there were definitely moments where it felt like the program was still finding its rhythm. Some scheduling issues came up, and there were times we weren’t sure what was expected of us until the last minute. It wasn’t a deal-breaker by any means, but better communication and clearer planning could have made the experience run even more smoothly. I’ve seen other reviewers mention similar concerns, and I think it’s fair to say that while the foundation is strong, the logistics could use a little polish.

What stood out most to me, though, was the exposure to real-world legal work. It wasn’t just classroom learning—I got to step into actual firms, ask questions, and see how lawyers operate day-to-day. That perspective helped me confirm that law is the right path for me. Even when things didn’t go perfectly, the lessons I walked away with outweighed the hiccups.

Looking ahead, I can honestly say Boston left its mark on me. I plan to move there after I finish school, partly because of how connected I felt to the city during my time at Lex. Reconnecting with the lawyers I met and continuing to build on those professional relationships is something I’m excited about.

If you’re considering this program, know that it won’t be perfect—few experiences are—but the people you meet, the doors it opens, and the memories you create will stay with you. For me, it was one of the most meaningful trips I’ve ever taken.

This program was very insightful into law international and domestic, but still allowed for us to explore the city and enjoy ourselves in this new place. We got to go to the Palais du Justice ( new and old ) and learn for lots of people with lots of experiences. Our city manager and Legal instructor were very helpful to answer questions and offer insight. They were also very kind making this daunting experience a lot easier. Exploring Paris for the first time by myself was one of the best experiences I could've given myself. Overall I am very glad I went.

My Lex Fellowship experience this summer was very insightful. Learning more about both the Spanish legal system and the different types of law was very interesting. It certainly solidified the fact that I want to go into law following my undergraduate studies. Furthermore, the ability to learn about different fields of law and how to practice them allowed me to dip my foot in the water of what I might be interested in. Lastly, the extent to which we went over law school applications and processes was very helpful in showing me what to look out for later on.