About Me
Name
Mayara Soares
Prior Education
Pontifícia Universidade Católica de São Paulo (bacharela em direito, 2018)
Before My LLM Year
I was a full associate in the litigation and arbitration department at a top-tier law firm in São Paulo, Brazil.
What Sets Me Apart
I am extremely loyal and honest with people that are part of my life.
Biggest Hesitation About the LLM Year
Being a student again and in a different country.
My Time at Michigan Law
Why I Chose Michigan Law
Michigan was my first and only choice! My husband enrolled in the University’s Ross School of Business to pursue his MBA, and I decided to apply for the LLM program in the second year of his program.
My Favorite Class
Research and Analysis in American Law with Professor Ted Becker.
The Best Thing About Michigan Law
The people you meet and the professors.
The Best Thing About Ann Arbor
I love everything in Ann Arbor. It is a great city to live in.
What Surprised Me Most About Michigan Law
The cordiality of the professors and the rigor of the classes.
Fun Stuff
When I’m Not Studying
I spend time with my husband Felipe and my dog Tucker.
My Favorite Way to De-stress
Listening to music, going out for a walk, and drinking good wine.
Favorite Book
Make Your Bed: Little Things That Can Change Your Life…And Maybe the World by William McRaven
Favorite Movie
The Holiday
Favorite TV Shows
The Good Wife and Grey’s Anatomy
Favorite Band
The Killers
Favorite Beverage
Sparkling water
Favorite Food from Home
Rice with beans, beef, and French fries!
Favorite Food in the United States
Chicken alfredo from Olive Garden and hamburger from Shake Shack.
Favorite item at the Law School’s Kirkland & Ellis Café
Michelangelo’s Mozzarella