The BigLaw Diaries: passing the NY bar exam, moving into my NYC apartment, workwear try on haul

[@sandraskalnik2369]

I am a 72 year old white southern grandma and I have absolutely nothing in common with you. When you came up on my feed I decided to watch when I saw a reference to you passing the bar. I have a son who is an attorney and I will never forget how he reacted to that big notification. I am about 20 minutes into watching and I really like you. I am going to subscribe and follow you on your journey with all of the new things that you are going to experience in the next journey.

[@MichelleKK]

awww

[@damillionallure]

God bless you grama 🥰🥰 she's our favourite too😊

[@barbaragibson1964]

I just turned 71 and I happen on this as well. Congratulations. I’m developing a KZbin channel just to share how good life is. I hope others will enjoy it. I just subscribed as well.

[@thelittleunicorn6196]

That’s so beautiful congrats to your son you raised a lawyer !!!!

[@LeandraYomo]

Thank you so much 😭❤️❤️

[@fauziashereensaggar]

As a fellow first-gen law student myself, these accomplishments mean so much to us! Anyone who isn't in our shoes would not necessarily have that level of understanding in relation to the amount of grit, overcoming barriers/stereotypes and hard work (on top of the challenge of being a first-gen) it takes to get to our goal. SO freaking proud of you, Leandra! Kick back and relax now and, hopefully one day we can cross paths in the industry! 🎉

[@xxbriananicole]

Black girl depression because our hair isn’t done is SO REAL 😂😂

[@yougetaspear7799]

😝😛🤤🤤

[@SpirituallyAbstract]

Omg yesss is this what its called? Lmao

[@nellie19891]

Grandma finna tell all her friends that her grandbaby a lawyer. The whole world gon know LOL. Congrats sis. First time here and i'm excited for you

[@ImThePennyPrincess]

It’s crazy because I’m Haitian-American 🇭🇹 and grew up on this same song as well! The world is big but it’s also really small sometimes when you think about how people in different places have shared experiences. Congrats on the bar and good luck in NYC! ♥️

[@ImThePennyPrincess]

@RivaldaYanok ayyye stand up ♥️♥️

[@naturallyshan9804]

yasss, tapping in! 🇭🇹

[@ImThePennyPrincess]

@@naturallyshan9804 ♥️♥️♥️

[@radadvnetflix5152]

Haitian American girlie here, I would have never guessed that’s the song she was going to play

[@ImThePennyPrincess]

@@radadvnetflix5152 at all! I was shocked 😂

[@TheAwkwardAttorney]

First attorney in my very black north philly family and it is indeed a WILD ride. Congrats Counselor, and welcome to the world of practice, you deserve this.

[@erinhester4606]

As a fellow black girl who’s also planning on moving to New York for a job, this for some reason was the most motivating vlog I have seen. I’m so excited for you and I hope your future in law goes amazing!! Thank you!!

[@theempressv438]

24:26 The song is “Se Pa Pou Dat” by Alan Cavé. It is a Haitian Konpa song. 🇭🇹 Shout out to my Zoes 🇭🇹 Im thrilled that you found the song! Its a classic in my culture. I hope you dive into the genre more!

[@Sterlange]

Yes! I was about to comment it🇭🇹🔥😄.

[@ameliereive2081]

That’s so weird for me to hear that song in a vlog in New York. I’m a reunionaise (living in Reunion Island) and this song is one those that we listen and party on! It’s Haitian and not from our culture but at this stage it’s part of us, dance on this in every family events, night clubs, bars, when it’s clean up day! There’s something about being born an island human that somehow brought us all together… We’re multicultural with a strong story behind us… BREF, lol excuse my french, english is not out first language!

[@naughtintibi]

you literally unlocked a childhood memory for me too! I am south african, grew up in a multicultural neighbourhood and that song reminds me of that 🥹 love seeing black girlies thriving, congratulations 🎉

[@savannahjohnson2668]

I KNOW I AM THREE WEEKS LATE, BUT CONGRATS MISS GIRL, ATTORNEY LEANDRA YOMO, ATTORNEY YOMO, ESQ. YOU HAVE WORKED SOOO HARD TO GET TO THIS POINT.

[@Silly_u1908]

Congratulations on passing the bar! I just passed the California bar and the amount of relief I feel is unbelievable. Thank you so much for sharing your experience. It has been a great source of inspiration for me and many.

[@meditationmama70]

Congratulations !!!!

[@Yeaaaah_z]

Congrats to you too❤

[@inchargeofthegirls]

Welcome to the 2% of the 5%! I know a lot of people don't seem to think that non-first gen people "get it" but as a Black American woman whose grandparents and parents couldn't attend the same schools I could by law, I can say the fact that any of us have made it into this tiny club is a miracle. I wish the UBE was a thing when I took the NY bar. Shout out to the third department 😂

[@rosesqu6012]

Congrats!! It was so sweet to see your mom and sister celebrate such a major accomplishment with you!!!

[@LeandraYomo]

In case chapters don't work! 00:00 - Intro 00:20 - Bar Results 01:09 - Move in Day 1 (living my dream, empty apartment, movers, bathroom unpacking) 22:04 - Move in Day 2 (finding lost memories in Harlem, Kitchen + closet unpacking) 33:25 - Move in Day 3 (bedroom unpacking, try on workwear haul, my dream bathrobe, bathroom updates) 57:04 - Move in Day 4 (grocery shopping saga, PR, some finishing touches) 1:04:55 - Move in Day 5 (finishing my closet, self-care in Harlem, preparing for my hair appointment) 1:09:33 - Move in Day 6 (first rainy day in NYC, getting a middle part buss down, a chat on living my vision board)

[@marinaxx5539]

Omg how CUTE was your family at the start of the video 😂❤ congratulations!!

[@LeandraYomo]

Thank you!! 😊

[@mollymo6229]

Omg I am from the Caribbean the french islands and I know that some African countries love zouk music!! I’m so glad that you memory kept this song it’s a beautiful love song and the lyrics are amazing

[@anaiyaalzanae]

Truly an inspiration. As an aspiring law school student and recent college graduate, I enjoy watching you prosper and it gives me hope that things will work out. ✨ Much love from PA. Congratulations, very much deserved!

[@LeandraYomo]

You got this! Thank you!

[@aaren1103]

I’ve been watching you since your undergraduate years. I know I am a stranger but I’m so proud of you Leandra!! I’m so happy to see black women thriving! Congratulations, girl!!!!

[@earthblossom6225]

as a fellow law girly that also vlogs your videos motivate and inspire me so much:)) loved following your journey these past 2 years so far!! only up from here

[@queen-cu4jx]

Hii Leandra ... we missed you like 😭 I love your content even though I'm not gonna pursue law but still your videos are a vibe ... and may God bless you through your journey

[@rayganbell9185]

I've been following you since your first year at Duke and I AM SO PROUD OF YOU! Congratulations beautiful

[@Kimmydakilla]

Se pa pout dat!!!!! I’m Haitian so this song was part of my childhood too! From Haiti to Cameroon 🇭🇹🇭🇹🇭🇹 🇨🇲 🇨🇲🇨🇲 ur an inspiration :,)

[@Sterlange]

Indeed 🇭🇹❤

[@LeandraYomo]

Love that so many of my audience knew this song! It’s amazing!

[@dallyanneleslymichaud6936]

Congratulations on passing the bar!! 🎉🎉 OMG ! I am Haitian and I grew up listening to that song in Haiti! The artist is actually Haitian

[@Londa.G]

I don't know you, but just know you have a virtual big sis in NYC who is SO PROUD OF YOU! All of you here that passed the bar!

[@chelsealaventure342]

Girl! Any of us Haitian girlies coulda helped you with that song! My family plays it at ever party till this day! One of my favorites as well and brings me back to my childhood too 😢😊

[@amaal4526]

What’s it called ?

[@CaitAlexandria]

Congrats on passing the bar girly! And I swear, black girl hair depression is so real and valid. FELT 😭

[@mamkhabelamthembu3943]

BESTIE I SCREAMED I SCREAMED I SCREAMED WHEN I SAW YOUR VIDEO. I'm so so so inspired to to watch you. So so so so excited. Please NEVER STOP BEING A KZbinR I AM ON THIS APP FOR YOU❤❤❤❤

[@pencilbuddy]

I stumbled upon your page and you have just gained a new subscriber. I am so happy for you, for making your dreams a reality! Your energy in the first half of the vid has me smiling & clapping for your success as well! Also welcome to my city! Glad to have you!

[@LeandraYomo]

Thank you!

[@nez01]

the way i was squeling and screaming and jumping with your mom and grandma jumping in the background LOLL "she's an attonery! she's an attorney!" I'm so happy for you!! As a Black girl from Africa, Black girl from Africa REPRESENTT

[@lisbethmolekoa]

I'm just glad you didn't make us wait for 3 uploads to see the whole moving in process. And this was just so much fun to watch, you just earned a new subbie and I can already tell I'm gonna love it here.

[@daylight_1963]

literally acting like we're on facetime lol. so proud of all your accomplishments! you're truly so inspiring

[@AnonS0312]

Never seen your videos before, they popped up randomly upon watching NYC apartment hunting and I just had to stop and say congratulations on your hard work! I wish you many blessings in your bright future! Bravo!

[@e.k.1836]

Watched this video and said to myself “we gonna study after this one cuz I want to be successful like her!”❤

[@janeonuoha4894]

crying as my first sem of 1L exams approach and this just was exactly what I needed, love uuuuuu

[@jalisemartinez217]

Girl this video literally made me cry multiple times lol as someone who has been watching since you started at Duke, it feels like I’m living through you. I’m currently studying for the LSATS and you inspire me so much.

[@jasminefrink5412]

Hi I’m currently working on being accepted into a law program through an online school called Keiser University. I just took the Wonderlic exam this morning. It was 30 questions and timed but I only got through but so many questions. I’m praying I did well enough I need a score of 17.

[@radadvnetflix5152]

This song brought up so many emotions for me. My mom recently passed away and Alan Cave was one of her favorite artists

[@47lynne]

I’m so glad I came across your channel. I’m going to have my daughter follow your channel, I think it will inspire and encourage her. She did not pass the bar on her first try and was devastated. Hopefully your channel will motivate her. Even though I don’t know you, I love seeing this black girl magic!!! Much success to your future snd career

[@LeandraYomo]

Hi! First congratulations to your daughter for the valiant attempt at the bar exam. It’s a hard exam and many fail on their first try. This does not make her any less capable or smart. I wish her the best of luck on her second try! She’s got this!

[@Yeaaaah_z]

I’m tearing up!!! Omg congrats 🎉🎈🎊. You’re literally making history and paving the way for those to follow in your footsteps. Good luck to you and know that you have a lot of support along the way. Wishing you many blessings ❤

[@moonincancer5857]

Despite being a total stranger it was so nice to see you achieving your dreams❤

[@zainatola6483]

Aw your friends still jumping and celebrating even after you stopped 🥲 God bless you in your journey babe

[@DrQuindelJones]

I screamed seeing this in my feed!!!!! The first scene made me cryyyyyy I’m so so proud and happy for you mamas ❤ so excited for this series

[@DrQuindelJones]

Omg and now you crying got me tearing again!!! We love you girl

[@wrgsxy7]

I could not hit subscribe quick enough. Girl i was screamin with you when you got the news, congrats x10, so proud of you honey. This is your moment, let that sink in. The sky is the limit from here, luv you and best wishes!! Ill keep in touch xo - Tia

[@maxvodka171]

So excited and proud . Loved this video. You were shedding tear of joy and I was just smiling at the phone like a goofy goober but honestly so happy for you.

[@lorethaholmes5384]

Congratulations on all your success. You remind me of my niece who passed the bar in her first try. God is so good. Don’t second guess yourself or listen to the naysayers. Continue to trust God and he will strengthen you each and every day. 👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏❤️

[@vannydessources8371]

omg that song!!!! such vivid flashbacks to long car rides with my family too!

[@kaydkaydkayd]

49:50 this was so cute i nearly started saying yeah back out loud

[@shanesw0rld]

I love seeing BIPOC folks succeed ahhh! Congrats. ❤❤❤

[@idawilcox5275]

Congratulations to you passing the bar, New Job, and moving to NY. What an accomplishment. :)

[@eyme.x]

Congratulations 🎊🎉 I’m already 29 but this further inspires me to finish my bachelor’s degree and hopefully get into law school in a few years. I dropped out during my junior year of undergrad due to depression but I’ve been working at a law firm for the past 4 years, and I’ve developed an interest in becoming a lawyer one day. I really hope you enjoy living there and you enjoy your new career. All the best 😊 👏🏽👏🏽

[@teibukhala9510]

I am so happy you decided to share your joy with us! Keep doing you mama!!

[@amiah.a]

So proud of your journey to point. I’ve been here since you started 1L on zoom in Washington State. So happy for you for wrapping up school and passing the bar, and I am sooooo excited for the big law diaries and to see you settle in to your apartment and build your work wardrobe. 💕

[@theleegaltakeover]

Congratulations leandra... Such a full circle moment with the song that played when you were getting the coffee.. Am all the way in South Africa.. Your videos have helped me thru this law journey which has been so difficult... Please continue uploading these videos ❤❤❤😘😘😘😘

[@servingcant]

Girl you’re living the dream life sever every moment 🩷

[@juliamakgomo5915]

Congratulations🎉🎉 I've been watching all the hard work you've put into this and I'm so proud and inspired.

[@WHOMARTO]

0:42 was so cute! You love to see it :)

[@jupitired777]

oh my goodness I'm so happy and proud of you!!! Well done!!

[@mizzmolly7649]

Now, you should know as a lawyer not to say on camera that everything in your new apartment is perfect, just in case. 😆😆😆 CONGRATULATIONS on passing the bar and on your exciting new life! 😊😊😊

[@angelawilliams9088]

Very proud of you young lady! Keep reaching the stars. ❤

[@deby.proenca]

I just discovered your channel because of the tour video and I loved how kind you are! God bless this new phase of your life. And girl, your apartment is beautiful!!

[@JaniceIcheYT]

Omg congratulations, I’m so proud of you and this was really inspiring to watch.

[@ericalynnhomeschoolmom]

I'm so happy you found that song and for the coffee shop! What a blessing!

[@laraebonn]

Congrats on passing the bar. I love the apartment. Keep that phone charged up at all times. When you’re at home put it on the charger.

[@rutendo]

Love how you’re living in your vision board!! Super excited for this next chapter !!

[@radie814]

congratulations!!! your hair is giving UGH. currently in law school and viewing your experience has motivated me!

[@nightsinforks]

im so proud of you, truly thank God for your life!

[@sandraskalnik2369]

The little bottle of perfume with the removable top is for dabbling on your wrist or putting a light touch behind your ear.

[@kennyborahae]

I am enjoying this soooo much lol I've been listening/ watching all morning while doing chores and running errands ✨️🤌🏾

[@nim_19]

The way you and your sister stared at each other and screamed 😂🥹❤️ MASSIVE CONGRATULATIONS QUEEN

[@diancsanders]

Congratulations beautiful. My daughter is also a recent law graduate and just moved to nyc to start with a large law firm as well.. best of luck love the apartment

[@r.p.2675]

Its the first time I come across your chanel and I am really happy for you! Truly an inspiration

[@madameblabla98]

congrats darling! you deserve this and more! God is good all the time and the work, effort and energy you done has amounted to the blessing you receive now

[@annemartins4165]

Omg!!!! Im so happy for you!! After seeing your whole progress in the past years and seeing you NOW SUCCEED AND JUST BECOMING A BIG LAW GIRL IS INSANE!!! Hoping that everything works out for you and that you accomplish many more goals!! ❤💕

[@lilyh.4174]

First video of you I've seen and I'm so so happy for you! Like you said you've worked really hard for all of your acheivements and I'm so happy to see you enjoy the fruits of your labor. Also I loved your shoe selection.👌 Thank you for sharing! 🤗

[@ItsBrandiii]

Ahhh I am so so happy and proud of you!! So inspiring girl! 🥹💖God bless you☺

[@tee7105]

i dont know you but i am so happy for you!! i finish pharmacy school next year and i cant even imagine how surreal it feels to be living the life that you have been working hard for for years!! As a fellow first gen, I know the journey wasnt easy! i love the decor in your new apartment! where did you get your wall art??

[@wearlucinda]

you hearing that song in the coffee shop was such a nice moment! super serendipitous

[@tabithafletcher9995]

All the happy tears from one Black woman to another!

[@brittanyericaagames]

i just found your channel because of this video and i just wanted to say i am so very proud of you, and i am so happy that you're enjoying yourself and are feeling proud of yourself for such a big accomplishment. it's very important to celebrate yourself. you finding the song you've been trying to find for years after you passed the bar and mvoed to new york just proves that you are on the correct path. much love and blessings to you on this new journey!

[@cassie101]

Congratulations on move to NY and all the best on your new endeavors

[@tswikila]

I stumbled across your channel last year and I been hooked ever since. I am going to miss the law school diaries but I am happy for your new chapter. Congratulations Leandra 🎉

[@OhPuhhlease]

Ugh this necklace is a MUST HAVE. I need it in my life!

[@madisonchamblin6028]

watching this as a 1L to get me through finals

[@madisonchamblin6028]

also i go to school in new york so welcome to NY!

[@chi2om]

Great video. I could watch moving vlogs for hours. And super exciting. Crazy to think i move near nyc next year for my corporate analyst job at a big company. Once i graduate with this master's ohhhhh honey lol. Congrats on the bar and new life!

[@LeandraYomo]

Maybe we’ll see each other in the city!

[@Alisa_the_Wanderer]

When you were describing the song never in a million years would I think it was Sé Pa Pou Dat! I'm Haitian American and I grew up hearing this song at parties. Ahhh wild

[@LeandraYomo]

I didn’t know so many people knew the song lmaoo I should’ve hummed it for y’all years ago!

[@JR-iv7ot]

I’m so PROUD OF YOU & this is the first video I’ve seen of you. girl give Glory to God 🙌🏼

[@feline_star]

Congratulations 🎉🍾🎊. I just finished my own bar exam in my country and I am so anxious for the results. So happy for you 👍🏾🎊

[@yourfavoritepessimisticexi8041]

You are such an inspiration to me because we have so much in common! We are both black girls who look younger than our age, aspiring lawyers who wish to live in New York City, and we're African! I love your channel

[@tiyyas3022]

First timer here, your content is so calming and detailed! I will def echo- keep your seasonings during moves. I'd say wrap them tight just in case they get shaken up during the move.

[@lydiarhodegreen]

It's the joyyyyy in the beginning for me ❤❤!!! Congrats on passing the bar!!!

[@EVELYN-eu9iw]

I'm so proud lf you Leandra! I have never met and you and never will but I am genuenly so happy for you, this is where your era starts❤

[@BecomingErica]

First time viewer… I’m hooked and and so excited to see your journey!

[@renavasile9224]

The way I went OOOP when she said "ex-boyfriend" at 28:00 🤣 Congrats on achieving your dream life, may it only get better and better from here! You inspire me to get to law school!

[@Xguyelle]

Wow, that is crazy. I’m Haitian and the way I used to sing this song growing up is so funny but wow I wasn’t expected that lol🫶🏾🫶🏾

[@azaria4447]

Congratulations!! You got me tearing up lmao. Amazing accomplishments, you should be very proud!

[@iyeshafranklin1046]

I’m a newbie here….Congratulations beautiful ♥️ I am currently finishing up my PhD and I needed to see this! Thank you and keep going Queen! YOU DID IT!!

[@TheyloveRaRa]

Now this is black excellence 👏🏾👏🏾 congratulations boo!!

[@tatianachii]

Congratulations!! As a law grad this vlog makes me so happy - hard work pays off :)

[@AfroTae]

I loved this vlog, I was crying with you! The end really resonated with me. If I get told no, all I could do is pick myself off and try again

[@cynthiacoleman3893]

I'm watching for the first time & will be subscribing. Congratulations on passing the bar🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉