Michelle Jackson

Michelle Jackson is a law professional with extensive experience in legal education and career development. Currently serving as the Director of Law Career Pathway at Thrive Scholars, Michelle designs and implements programs to guide students through law school and into successful legal careers. Prior roles include Director of Pathway & Recruitment Innovations at Diversity Lab, where Michelle focused on bias interrupters in legal talent processes, and Pipeline & Innovation Manager at Northwestern University Pritzker School of Law, providing career counseling for alumni. Earlier in the career, Michelle held several key positions at Southern University Law Center, including Executive Assistant to the Chancellor, Director of Career Services, and other roles emphasizing diversity, inclusion, and student support, alongside experience as Senior Associate at Worsek & Vihon LLP and Associate General Counsel at Cook County Assessor's Office. Michelle earned a J.D. from the University of Chicago Law School and a B.A. in English from the University of Illinois Chicago.