G R A D U AT I N G S T U D E N T P R O F I L E
OF NOTE
Impactful Experiences and Lifelong Connections ‘Kye’ Krittika Shah JD 2022
Born in India, raised in Singapore, ‘Kye’ Krittika Shah has always enjoyed public speaking and sharing her worldly perspective. When she decided that she could use this skillset towards a career in law, Kye knew Haub Law was the place she wanted to pursue her education due to the School’s location in New York and also their stellar advocacy program. Three years later, Kye is confident she made the right choice after impactful internship experiences and intense involvement with the advocacy program, including a recent first place finish in the Puerto Rico Trial Advocacy Competition.
Tell us a bit about your background. I was born in India, grew up in Singapore, went to undergraduate school in New Jersey, worked my first post-graduate job in Singapore, and then came back to New York for law school! Growing up in different countries has given me the ability to adapt and get along with diverse groups of people and have a diverse array of experiences, which expanded my perspective along the way. My family is still in Singapore and I miss them very much along with the tropical beach life; right now, I don’t plan on moving back, but I would never count out the possibility.
What brought you to law school? I have always enjoyed public speaking and the idea of using that skillset to advocate for others really pulled my interest towards law as a career.
What was it about Haub Law that interested you in particular?
16
H A U B L AW A L U M N I M A G A Z I N E
I really wanted to go to a law school located in New York, as I ultimately wanted to practice in New York. In my opinion, Haub Law was the best option as they have a great advocacy program, were small in numbers, so students really get that one on one attention, and offer great student financial aid.
Which experiences at Haub Law have been the most impactful for you? I learned a lot during all of my internship experiences, but my in person internship at the Bronx DA’s office is an experience I cherish. I learned so much throughout this opportunity—namely, how to become a real, practicing attorney. I was pushed to learn more and do more each day, and it made me a better future lawyer. Also, the professors and career services involved in the criminal law path to practice program at
