Ava Feldman ’27 (she/her) proudly serves as Editor in Chief of the New York Law School Law Review. Before attending NYLS, Feldman earned her B.A. in American studies and Jewish studies from Rutgers University. During law school, she has served as an intern in the United States District Court for the Southern District of New York and as an extern in the United States Attorney's Office for the Southern District of New York. Feldman also worked as a Summer Associate in the Litigation Department at Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP, and she will serve as an extern in the United States Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit. At NYLS, she has served as a Teaching Assistant to Professor Brandt Goldstein in Torts and Civil Procedure and Professor Daniel Warshawsky in Criminal Law. She was also the Academic Co-Chair of the Jewish Law Student Association. She enjoys cooking, watching the Miami Dolphins, taking walks around the city, and baking desserts.

Tom Flaherty ’27 (he/him) serves as Managing Editor of the New York Law School Law Review. Growing up in Rye, New York, he earned his B.A. in communications from Boston College before pursuing his J.D. At NYLS, he competed on the Willem C. Vis International Commercial Arbitration Moot team, served as an Academic Success Program Teaching Fellow, and worked as a Teaching Assistant for Criminal Law and Torts. Outside of law school, Flaherty enjoys traveling, working out, cooking, and spending time with family and friends.

Emily Berger ’27 (she/her) serves as an Executive Editor for the New York Law School Law Review. She earned her B.B.A. in strategic management consulting from Emory University before pursuing her J.D. During her 2L summer, Berger was a summer associate at Gibson Dunn. At NYLS, she is involved in the Jewish Law Students Association. Outside of law school, she enjoys baking, traveling, exploring New York City’s restaurant scene, and spending time with family and friends.

Kevin Laux ’27 (he/him) serves as an Executive Editor for the New York Law School Law Review. Originally from Brunswick, Ohio, he earned B.A.s in political science and history from Miami University in Oxford, Ohio. At NYLS, Laux serves as a Student Bar Association (SBA) Senator, is an affiliate of the Innovation Center for Law and Technology, participates in the PTO Trademark Clinic, and is an active member of several organizations, including the Intellectual Property Law Society; the Media, Entertainment, and Fashion Law Association; the American Constitution Society; and the Privacy Law Association. Outside of school, he enjoys baking, exploring New York City's museums, and attending Broadway shows. He is also an avid sailor and volunteers as a steward for the Billion Oysters Project.

Michael Marian ’27 (he/him) serves as an Executive Editor for the New York Law School Law Review. He is an affiliate of the Center for Real Estate Studies, the Center for Business and Financial Law, and the Tricarico Institute for the Business of Law and In-House Counsel. Originally from Mahwah, New Jersey, Marian earned his B.S. in economics from the University of Wisconsin-Madison. At NYLS, he served as a Teaching Fellow for the Academic Success Program and a member of the Nonprofit and Small Business Clinic. Marian spent the summer of 2025 as a Cannataro Summer Judicial Fellow for The Honorable Lauren L. Esposito at the Civil Court of the City of New York-Kings County, and the summer of 2026 as a Summer Associate at Adler & Stachenfeld LLP. As a 3L, he is currently a Real Estate Legal Extern at Clifford Chance LLP. Outside of law school, he enjoys staying active, exploring new restaurants, and watching the Knicks.

Lauren Behrens ’27 (she/her) serves as an Executive Notes and Comments Editor for the New York Law School Law Review. She earned her B.A. in English Literature from Fairfield University. While at NYLS, she was a member of the Patent Law Clinic and will serve as a Constitutional Law Teaching Assistant for Professor Gewirtzman this upcoming spring semester. Outside of law school, she enjoys running, reading, and needlepointing.

Declan Forte ’27 (he/him) serves as an Executive Notes and Comments Editor for the New York Law School Law Review. He is also a member of the Dean’s Leadership Council. A triplet hailing from Yorktown Heights, New York, Forte graduated summa cum laude from SUNY Oneonta with a B.S. in political science and a minor in economics. Between college and law school, he worked as a Trial Preparation Assistant at the Manhattan District Attorney’s Office. While at NYLS, Forte has served as a Torts and Civil Procedure Teaching Assistant for Professor Brandt Goldstein and participated in the NYC Law Department Torts Field Placement. Declan spent the summer of 2025 interning with the NYPD Legal Bureau and the summer of 2026 as a Summer Associate at Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP. In his free time, he enjoys watching the Yankees, reading, and taking naps.

Jeeyun Lee ‘27 (she/her) serves as an Executive Notes and Comments Editor for the New York Law School Law Review. She earned her B.A. and M.A. in forensic psychology through the Dual Degree Program at John Jay College of Criminal Justice. At NYLS, Lee served as a Criminal Law Teaching Assistant for Professor Justin Murray and externed with the NYCLU Legislative Advocacy Clinic. During the summer of 2025, she interned for Magistrate Judge Peggy Kuo at the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of New York, and in summer 2026, she served as a legal aide in the Civil Rights Bureau of the New York Office of the Attorney General. Outside of school, Lee enjoys live music, taking walks, and exploring new restaurants with friends and family.

Chris McCabe ’27 (he/him) serves as an Executive Notes and Comments Editor for the New York Law School Law Review. He earned his B.A. in economics, with a minor in mathematics, from Villanova University. At NYLS, he participated in the yearlong Housing Rights Clinic and will serve as a full-time extern in the Gotham Honors Program at the New York City Department of City Planning this fall. This past summer, McCabe worked as a Construction Law Clerk at Tarter Krinsky & Drogin LLP. Outside of school and work, he enjoys running, biking, golfing, and watching New York Rangers hockey.

Karisma Patrick ’27 (she/her) serves as an Executive Notes and Comments Editor for the New York Law School Law Review. Originally from Westchester, New York, she earned her B.A. in political science and communication studies from Alfred University. During her time at NYLS, she has served as a teaching fellow and is now a Teaching Assistant for the Academic Success Program. She has also participated in the LGBTQ Law Clinic and is an active member of the Black Law Students Association (BLSA). This past summer, she worked as a Summer Associate at Nissenbaum Law Group. Outside of law school, Patrick enjoys reading, traveling, crocheting, and spending time with her cat.

Madison Cost ’27 (she/her) serves as an Executive Citations and Substance Editor for the New York Law School Law Review. Originally from Carbondale, Pennsylvania, Cost graduated summa cum laude from Fordham University with a B.A. in international studies and political science, minoring in philosophy. During her time at NYLS, she served as a Law and Civic Leadership Fellow for the Center for New York City and State Law, is the secretary for the Restorative Justice Law Students Association, and is a member of the Employment and Labor Law Student Association. During the 2025–26 academic year, Cost served as a Teaching Assistant to Professors Susan Abraham and Daniel Warshawsky. She spent the summer of 2025 as a judicial intern for The Honorable Gerald Lebovits in the Supreme Court of the State of New York–New York County, the spring of 2026 as an extern at the Manhattan District Attorney’s Office, and the summer of 2026 as a Summer Associate at Chartwell Law. In her free time, Cost enjoys trying new recipes, listening to Beyoncé, and watching the Real Housewives franchise.

Thomas Craft ’27 (he/him) serves as an Executive Citations and Substance Editor for the New York Law School Law Review. Originally from Hamden, Connecticut, he earned his B.A. in political science from Trinity College. Before NYLS, he worked as an Investigator/Paralegal at the Federal Public Defenders Office in the District of Connecticut. During his time at NYLS, he has served as a Wagner Author for the Moot Court Association and a Teaching Assistant for Criminal Law, Contracts, Property, and Civil Procedure. This past summer, Craft interned with the Federal Public Defenders Office in the District of Connecticut. Outside of school, he enjoys playing ice hockey and following the New York Mets (when they are winning).

Myla Sroka ’27 (she/her) serves as an Executive Citation and Substance Editor for the New York Law School Law Review. She is also a member of the Dean’s Leadership Council, was named a Joseph Solomon Public Service Fellow, and was awarded the Morris Orland Moot Court Award and Certificate for the Best Respondent Brief in the 49th Annual Froessel Moot Court Competition. Originally from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, Sroka graduated summa cum laude from Duquesne University with a B.A. in integrated marketing communications, specializing in advertising and public relations, along with a certificate in business. She spent the summer of 2025 as a Legal Intern at the New York City Department of Investigation. This past summer, she worked as a summer associate in the Capital Markets and Corporate Department at Loeb and Loeb, LLP. Outside of school, Sroka enjoys staying active, exploring the city with friends, and working in retail as a fashion stylist.

Marcos Josue Izquierdo ’27 (he/him) serves as a Legal Scholarship Editor for the New York Law School Law Review. Originally from Palm Coast, Florida, he earned his B.A. in political science from the University of Florida, minoring in international development and humanitarian assistance. At NYLS, Izquierdo has served as a Fellow in the Academic Success Program, has participated in the Nonprofit and Small Business Clinic, and currently serves as Co-President of the Latin American Law Students Association. During his 2L summer, he was a Corporate Legal Intern at Highgate. Outside of school, he enjoys exploring the city, reading sad novels, and attending live music events.

Melanie McQueen ’27 (she/her) serves as a Legal Scholarship Editor for the New York Law School Law Review. She is also a member of the Dean’s Leadership Council. Before attending NYLS, McQueen graduated cum laude from Villanova University with a B.S. in psychology, where she played Division I Field Hockey. At NYLS, she has served as a Teaching Fellow for the Academic Success Program, a Student Ambassador, a member of the Trial Competition Team, and a Teaching Assistant for Professor Doni Gewirtzman in Constitutional Law I. McQueen spent the summer of 2025 as a Judicial Intern in the United States District Court for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania, the fall of 2025 as a Legal Extern at the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA), and the summer of 2026 as a Summer Associate at Morrison & Foerster LLP. As a 3L, she is currently interning at the United States Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). Outside of law school, she enjoys drawing, playing piano and guitar, skateboarding, sports, and learning new hobbies—she is currently learning how to juggle.

Stephanie Gutwirth ’27 (she/her) serves as Associate Managing Editor of the New York Law School Law Review. She is also a member of the Dean’s Leadership Council and the Legal Association for Women. Before attending NYLS, Gutwirth earned a B.A. in communications with a minor in business from Loyola University Maryland and spent a semester studying abroad at the American College of Greece in Athens. At NYLS, she has served as a Teaching Assistant for Contracts, Civil Procedure, Property, and Constitutional Law. She spent the summer of 2025 as a Judicial Intern at the United States District Court for the Southern District of New York and the summer of 2026 as a Summer Associate at Gibson Dunn & Crutcher LLP. In her free time, she enjoys mat Pilates, discovering new coffee shops on long walks, spending beach days with family and friends, and cheering on the New York Rangers.

Katie Hillebrand ’27 (she/her) serves as Digital Reference Editor of the New York Law School Law Review. Originally from Louisville, Kentucky, she earned her B.A. in politics and gender, sexuality, and feminist studies from Oberlin College, minoring in French and Middle East and North African studies. During her time at NYLS, she has served as a fellow for the Academic Success Program, is an active member of the National Lawyers Guild and OutLaws, and has participated in the Housing Rights Clinic. This past summer, Hillebrand worked as a summer associate at Duane Morris, LLP. Outside of school, she enjoys cooking, baking, and attending as many theaters around the city as possible.

Lara Gerstman ’27 (she/her) serves as Development Editor of the New York Law School Law Review. She earned her B.A. in political science from Syracuse University before pursuing her J.D. At NYLS, Gerstman is involved in the Jewish Law Students Association and the Elder Law Clinic. She has spent her law school summers at McLaughlin & Stern, LLP, where she has gained experience in several practice areas and developed a particular interest in elder law. Outside of law school, she enjoys Pilates, spending time with friends and family, and exploring New York City.

Dina Aldad ’27 (she/her) serves as a Notes and Comments Editor for the New York Law School Law Review. Originally from Long Island, New York, she earned her B.S. in business with a minor in psychology from New York University Stern School of Business. During her time at NYLS, Aldad has served as Treasurer of the Jewish Law Students Association, is a member of the Real Estate Center, and has worked as a Student Intern in the Elder Law Clinic. This fall, she is a Business Unit Risk Management Intern at Morgan Stanley’s Institutional Equity Division and will complete a spring externship with the real estate group at Clifford Chance. Outside of school, she enjoys traveling, playing tennis, fitness, and reading.

Carolyn Eppolito ’27 (she/her) serves as a Notes and Comments Editor for the New York Law School Law Review. She earned her B.A. in international affairs and government & law from Lafayette College, with a minor in Spanish. Before pursuing her J.D., she worked as a paralegal at a firm specializing in water rights matters in Lake Tahoe. Eppolito spent the summer of 2025 as a Judicial Intern for the United States District Court for the Southern District of New York and the summer of 2026 as a Summer Associate at Davis Polk. At NYLS, she serves as a Teaching Assistant for Torts, Property, and Constitutional Law. Outside of law school, she enjoys trying new restaurants, skiing, and spending days at the beach.

Dylan Estevez ’27 (he/him) serves as a Notes and Comments Editor for the New York Law School Law Review. Originally from Rockland County, New York, he earned his B.S. in economics from the University of Scranton, where he was a member of the men’s soccer team for all four years. At NYLS, he is a member of the Dean’s Leadership Council and the Center for Business and Financial Law. During law school, Estevez has served as a Teaching Assistant for Professor Brandt Goldstein’s Civil Procedure course. He spent the summer of 2025 as a Legal Summer Associate at Morgan Stanley and the summer of 2026 as a Summer Associate at Haynes and Boone, LLP. Outside of law school, he enjoys running, working out, playing pickleball, soccer, and chess. He is also an avid fan of Arsenal, the New York Knicks, and the New York Giants.

Michael Gaschler ’27 (he/him) serves as a Notes and Comments Editor for the New York Law School Law Review. He earned his B.B.A. and M.B.A. from Pace University before becoming a Certified Public Accountant and working as a senior auditor at Deloitte in the financial services industry. During his 2L summer, Gaschler was a summer associate at Robinson+Cole. At NYLS, he also serves as Chair of the Moot Court Association.

Christopher Hilepo ’27 (he/him) serves as a Notes and Comments Editor for the New York Law School Law Review. He also serves as Vice President of Operations for the NYLS Dispute Resolution Team and is a member of the Center for Real Estate Studies and the Gotham Honors Externship Program. Before attending NYLS, Hilepo earned his B.B.A. in legal studies from the University of Miami Herbert Business School, with minors in philosophy and marketing. He served as a judicial intern for The Honorable Rena Malik in Kings County Civil Court during the summer of 2025, and interned at Mavrides, Moyal, Packman & Sadkin, LLP this past summer, where he worked on a variety of real estate transactions. Outside of law school, he enjoys weightlifting and cheering on the New York Knicks.

Kailey Homoky ’27 (she/her) serves as a Notes and Comments Editor for the New York Law School Law Review. Originally from Fort Lauderdale, Florida, she earned her B.B.A. in arts and entertainment management from Pace University. She is an active member of the Intellectual Property Law Society and the Legal Association of Women. This past summer, she worked as a Contract Administration Intern at Sony Music Entertainment in the Business and Legal Affairs Department. Outside of school, she enjoys listening to music, reading, and playing pickup soccer around the city.

Peter Jones ’27 (he/him) serves as a Notes and Comments Editor for the New York Law School Law Review. He is a native New Yorker who earned his B.S. in finance from St. John's University, with a minor in French. Before law school, Jones worked in the federal government. During his time at NYLS, he has been an active member of the Black Law Students Association and will serve as Co-Academic Chair this year. This past summer, he worked as a summer associate at Weil, Gotshal & Manges LLP. Outside of school, he enjoys trying new restaurants around the city and experiencing live music.

Carly Quint ’27 (she/her) serves as a Notes and Comments Editor for the New York Law School Law Review.  Originally from Sewell, New Jersey, she earned her B.A. in political science and history from Baruch College, minoring in Spanish and psychology. During her time at NYLS, she served as a competitor on the Willem C. Vis International Commercial Arbitration Moot Team, a Teaching Assistant for Contracts, a Student Ambassador, and Marketing Chair of the Sports Law Society. This past summer, she worked as a Summer Associate at Barclay Damon LLP. Outside of school, Quint enjoys fitness and sports; she is a former collegiate softball captain and was a ball girl for the New York Yankees.

Geoffrey Shamah ’27 (he/him) serves as a Notes and Comments Editor for the New York Law School Law Review. Originally from Bethpage, New York, he earned his B.S. in public affairs, minoring in Spanish language and Spanish translation. During his time at NYLS, he has served as Treasurer for the Employment and Labor Law Student Association and will be participating in the Asylum Clinic. Shamah has completed internships with the New York Supreme Court (Civil Term), the National Labor Relations Board, and Cohen, Weiss and Simon, LLP. This past summer, he worked as a Peggy Browning Fellow at Spivak Lipton, LLP. Outside of school, he enjoys cooking and spending time with friends and family.

Elizabeth Vasilyev ’27 (she/her) serves as a Notes and Comments Editor for the New York Law School Law Review. Born and raised in New York City, she earned a B.S. in business administration from Boston University with concentrations in finance and accounting. Prior to law school, Vasilyev worked on the SEC Financial Reporting team at Goldman Sachs, where she became a Certified Public Accountant. At NYLS, she is a member of the Dean’s Leadership Council and an affiliate of the Center for Business and Financial Law. During the Fall 2025 semester, she participated in the Securities Arbitration Field Placement as a Law Student Extern at Gana Weinstein LLP. During the summers of 2025 and 2026, she interned on the Financial Institutions Claims team at American International Group. Currently, Vasilyev is serving as a Judicial Extern in the United States District Court for the Eastern District of New York. Outside of law school, she enjoys trying new restaurants and building LEGOs.