Rasheed Alexander (Class of 1997) has been appointed by Governor Gavin Newsom to serve as a judge in the San Bernardino County Superior Court. Prior to his appointment, Judge Alexander served as an Assistant Public Defender in the San Bernardino County Public Defender's Office.

Western State congratulates Judge Alexander as he takes the bench.

Bicvan Brown (Class of 1997) was selected as a 2022 Orange County Visionary in the Los Angeles Times' B2B Orange County Visionaries magazine. The magazine highlights a select number of professionals who have displayed exemplary leadership and achieved noteworthy accomplishments in the areas of banking and finance, commercial real estate, education and nonprofits, healthcare and professional services.

Congratulation, Bicvan!

Mike Easterbrook (Class of 2015) has been named R2 Director of Sustainable Electronics Recycling International's (SERI) R2 division. He will manage SERI’s R2 program and will help the organization complete its transition to the latest R2 Standard, R2v3. Mike is committed to reducing environmental impacts, including health and safety hazards, through proper standards implementation, legislative efforts, and oversight.

Brianna Giliberto-Hermann (Class of 2020) recently penned the feature article for Lawyer Monthly's November 2022 edition -- "Protect Your Legacy with Estate Planning." The article discusses creating a lasting legacy through ironclad estate plans, including potential pitfalls and conflicts.

Read the Article Here

Yoshi Kubota (Class of 1994, Hall of Fame) was recently installed as president of the Orange County Chapter of the American Board of Trial Advocates (ABOTA). The organization's mission is to foster improvement in the ethical and technical standards of practice in the field of advocacy.

Congratulations, Yoshi!

Anthony Lanzone (Class of 2001) was recently featured in Authority Magazine. The in-depth interview includes Anthony's take on the business side of law and the 5-things needed to create and lead a successful law firm.

Anthony is a founding partner of Lanzone Morgan LLP, one of America's leading elder abuse firms.

Read the Interview Here

Pamela S. Liosi-Traut (Class of 1994, Hall of Fame) has been installed as vice president of the Orange County Chapter of the American Board of Trial Advocates (ABOTA). The organization's mission is to foster improvement in the ethical and technical standards of practice in the field of advocacy.

Congratulations, Pamela!

Jessica Hubbard (Class of 2014) was recently appointed Chief Executive Officer of Casa Youth Shelter where she will serve the most at-risk youth in Orange County.

Casa Youth Shelter is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization located in Los Alamitos, California, providing emergency temporary shelter for homeless, runaway, and abandoned youth.

Christopher Montes de Oca (Class of 2006, Dean's Counselor) was recently featured in Authority Magazine's Top Lawyers series. Interviewer Eric Pines and Chris discuss 5-things needed to become a top lawyer in your specific field of law.

Read the Interview Here

Francisco Navarro (Class of 2006) has been appointed by Governor Gavin Newsom to serve as a judge in the Riverside County Superior Court. Prior to his appointment, Judge Navarro served as a Deputy District Attorney at the Riverside County District Attorney’s Office.

Western State congratulates Judge Navarro as he takes the bench.

Law Review Symposium

Save the Date: April 15, 2023

The Western State Law Review Board is proud to announce the 2023 Annual Law Review Symposium will be held on April 15, 2023. This year’s topic, “The Future of California’s Criminal Justice System and the Debate Between Traditional and Progressive Laws" will feature a balanced and informative discussion led by a panel of experts.

Sponsorship Opportunities available: Click Here

PROF. EUNICE PARK SELECTED AS

A FUTURE OF PRIVACY FORUM AWARD RECIPIENT

Associate Professor Eunice Park was named a Privacy Papers for Policymakers award-winner by the Future of Privacy Forum — a global non-profit focused on data protection headquartered in Washington, D.C. Her paper, “Reproductive Health Care Data Free or For Sale: Post-Roe Surveillance and the ‘Three Corners’ of Privacy Legislation Needed” was showcased at the 13th Annual Privacy Papers for Policymakers Awards ceremony on Capitol Hill.

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Campus Expansion

In early January, the city of Irvine approved a campus expansion project that will see the construction of 5 new classrooms and 11 study rooms. The additional classrooms and study spaces will provide much needed breathing room as class sizes have increased.

The project is on track for completion in late Spring.

OUTLAW Student Org Group

SBA Meet-&-Greet Org Fair

Spring Oath of Professionalism

Firm: Bremer Whyte Brown & O'Meara

Audience: Alumni

Position: Associate Attorney

Apply to: Symplicity

Description: Bremer Whyte Brown & O'Meara is currently seeking an Associate Attorney to join our firm in our Construction practice group in the Newport Beach office. An ideal candidate must have a minimum of 1 year of litigation experience as an attorney.

Firm: Sanders Roberts LLP

Audience: Alumni & Recent Grads

Position: Junior Attorney

Apply to: careers@sandersroberts.com

Description: Sanders Roberts LLP is in immediate need for a 3L clerk or first year associate to join our automotive and products liability team. The successful candidate will be a self-starter, able to multitask, and have excellent writing skills.

Firm/Company: CARECEN's College Legal Services Team

Audience: Alumni & Recent Grads

Position: Staff Attorney

Apply to: CARECEN

Description: The Staff Attorney will provide legal services at California State Universities and/or community colleges, CARECEN offices, and other offsite locations in the greater Los Angeles area.

Interested in teaching at WSCL?

Join Western State as an adjunct faculty member, teaching electives and specialty courses. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis and dependent on curriculum needs.

To learn more, please email Associate Dean for Academic Affairs, Paul Arshagouni, at parshagouni@wsulaw.edu.

Phyllicia Phillips Scott

Class of 2017

Lisa Duncanson

Class of 1994