Jered Osterby '23

Hometown: Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
Email: jro5301@psu.edu

Legal Areas of Interest:
Business Litigation/Bankruptcy

Undergraduate Study:
Simon Fraser University

Campus and Community Involvement:
Member of Dickinson Law Review and Business Law Society

Life Before Dickinson Law:
Before attending Dickinson Law, I was a professional carpenter and amateur athlete.

Why Dickinson Law?:
I chose Dickinson Law because I wanted to graduate as a practice-ready lawyer. Dickinson Law’s curriculum emphasizes experiential learning which gives students the skills they need to succeed after graduation. And Dickinson Law professors are committed to supporting and mentoring students in the classroom and beyond.

Externship:
Legal Intern at Justice Canada, War Crimes and Crimes Against Humanity Section; udicial Intern to the Honorable Jessica E. Brewbaker, Carlisle Court of Common Pleas; Judicial Intern to the Honorable Jan R. Jurden, Delaware Superior Court

Favorite Course:
Criminal Law

Advice for Prospective Law Students:
If you are nervous about law school, just remember you are not alone. The first year of law school can be daunting, but you will quickly find a close group of like-minded students to lean on, study with, and have fun.

Something You Love About Carlisle:
I love Carlisle’s historical feel and fun community events. From car shows to farmers’ markets, Carlisle always has something new going on.

On Choosing A Law School:
Sit down and think deeply about the law school culture you will thrive in. Law school rankings matter, but it is more important to find an environment where you feel comfortable and are provided room to grow. If possible, contact a current student or sit in on a lecture before choosing a law school. 

You’d Never Guess That… :
I have visited over 30 countries.

Favorite Book:
The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy by Douglas Adams