Lynda Cevallos
Director of Prelaw Educational Activities, The Council on Legal Education Opportunity

Biography: 
Lynda Cevallos, Esq. is a nationally recognized leader in legal education access and equity, currently serving as Vice President of Academic Affairs at the Council on Legal Education Opportunity, Inc. (CLEO). In this pivotal role, she oversees CLEO’s signature programs—from Pre-Law Pipeline programs and law school admissions preparation to bar readiness initiatives—all designed to support students from historically underrepresented backgrounds, including first-generation and community college students, as they prepare for law school and succeed in the legal profession. With a career rooted in advocacy, mentorship, and program innovation, Lynda is deeply committed to expanding access and opportunity. Her leadership has helped thousands of students strengthen their law school applications, navigate the rigors of legal education, and build the confidence necessary to thrive in the field.

Lynda Cevallos has also played a central role in CLEO’s national collaboration with the National Conference of Bar Examiners (NCBE), helping implement a comprehensive bar passage program that includes webinars, essay writing support, and personalized mentorship. A dedicated mentor and champion of first-generation, low-income, and students from diverse backgrounds, she is widely admired for her accessibility, compassion, and results-driven guidance—qualities that have earned her praise from both aspiring law students and institutional partners. Her impact has been highlighted in The Bar Examiner and other national publications, and her voice continues to shape critical conversations about inclusion and access in legal education. Through her work, Lynda Cevallos continues to transform the landscape of legal opportunity—one future lawyer at a time.