When Kathleen Watson took Professor Craig Reaves’ Elder Law class, she found a passion for helping seniors address the legal challenges that accompany aging. That experience led her to pursue the Elder Law Certificate, which included an externship with Kansas Legal Services (KLS) and a weekly class that covered issues ranging from elder abuse to grandparent rights. “Twice a week, …
3L gains experience, confidence in Tribal Judicial Support Clinic
Third-year law student Zach Boggan developed an interest in Indian law when he took a course on the subject and participated in the Native American Law Students Association moot court program. “It can be hard to find a firm practicing Indian law in a meaningful way,” Boggan said. “That’s what drove me to the clinic, to get a practical application …
Judicial Clinic ‘puts things in perspective’ for 2L
Second-year law student Maureen Orth aspires to be a litigator, and just halfway through law school, she’s well on her way. “While you learn a lot in your first year, there’s a lot that you don’t understand until you’ve actually seen it,” Orth said. “Getting to be in the courtroom and getting to see different proceedings has really helped flesh …
Why KU Law? Location + community
David Carrasco, L’16 CENTRAL LOCATION, VIBRANT COMMUNITY BRINGS TEXAN TO LAWRENCE Law school wasn’t on David Carrasco’s radar as a kid growing up in El Paso, Texas. “In high school I didn’t think it was possible. I wasn’t the best student. I was just around a mindset where you didn’t look toward the future,” Carrasco said. All that changed in …
Why KU? Tribal law + community
Jacob Wamego, L’14 TRIBAL LAW AND GOVERNMENT CENTER EQUIPS ALUMNUS TO SERVE HIS COMMUNITY “A lot of my relatives were elected officials growing up so I’ve seen how they tried to protect tribal sovereignty, and it was something I wanted to do as well. I figured learning how to use the law is a good avenue to pursue that.” By …
Why KU Law? People, practical experience
Jordan Carter, L’15 3L savors practical opportunities in welcoming environment As an undergraduate, Jordan Carter studied problems. The third-year law student majored in women and gender studies and psychology, becoming well-versed in social injustices. After graduation, she wanted to explore the other side of that coin. “It taught me how to read and read and read and write a lot,” …