Why did you choose to attend South Texas College of Law Houston?
It was very important to me to attend a law school where diversity, inclusion, and a strong sense of community are core values. Coming from an undergraduate experience where I wasn’t very involved on campus, I wanted to be part of a supportive environment where I could grow academically and professionally and meaningfully contribute to the community.
What legal opportunities are you participating in this fall?
I’m working at the Harris County Child Protection Court for the Honorable Katrina M. Griffith. The Harris County Child Protection Court is a specialized court that handles cases involving child abuse, neglect, and foster care. It oversees proceedings where children have been removed from their homes by Child Protective Services and works to ensure their safety and wellbeing. The court conducts regular hearings to monitor progress toward reunification, adoption, or other permanent solutions, always prioritizing the child’s best interests.
How did you secure that opportunity?
I saw the court listed when the Career Resource Center (CRC) was collecting resumes for them, and I decided to email them my resume. I prefer cold emailing because it allows me to take initiative, personally convey my interest, and demonstrate how my background aligns with the organization’s mission, rather than waiting to be filtered through a standard application process.
How did the CRC help you successfully navigate the recruitment process?
They helped me refine my resume and translate the skills I gained in my previous career into something more relevant and marketable to law firms.
What are your career goals for the future?
My primary professional interest lies in practicing family law, with a focus on high-net-worth divorce cases. I’m particularly interested in the complex financial, emotional, and legal dynamics involved, such as asset division, business valuation, and custody disputes.
I’m also interested in continuing to serve the Child Protection Court as part of my pro bono work, hopefully as an attorney ad litem. It would be a meaningful way to advocate for vulnerable children and ensure their voices are heard when making critical decisions about their safety.
What advice would you give future law students going through recruitment?
Thinking outside the box can open doors that traditional processes might not. Don’t be afraid to cold email firms or organizations you’re genuinely interested in. When attorneys come to speak at events, take the opportunity to introduce yourself, follow up, and ask about potential opportunities. At the end of the day, fortune favors the bold.
What student organizations have you been involved with?
I am the president of Women’s Law Society, an organization I’ve been involved with since my first year at STCL Houston, as well as the student liaison for the Association of Women Attorneys. Last year I was the president of the Animal Legal Defense Fund.
What do you do for fun, when not at the law school?
I’m a huge nerd. I love watching anime, playing video games, and enjoying musicals.
How has the law school community supported your growth?
Law school has given me the opportunity to engage with student organizations, participate in mentorship and service initiatives, and connect with peers from a wide range of backgrounds. Being active on campus has helped me build deeper relationships and feel more connected to both the legal profession and the causes I care about.
