I didn’t know any attorneys growing up, but I had the chance to work as a paralegal after college, and it was satisfying to help clients navigate through a complicated legal system. That experience led me to Michigan Law.
I loved my time at Michigan Law. I gained confidence that I could be happy and fulfilled as a member of the legal community because that was what I experienced during my time in law school. That positive outlook has made me a more optimistic and confident lawyer.
Right after law school, I enjoyed two federal clerkships. There aren’t a lot of jobs fresh out of law school where you get to do as much research and writing as a clerkship— and I was learning from two of the smartest lawyers I’ll ever meet. Those experiences have made me a better lawyer.
I recently concluded a two-year Skadden Fellowship at Public Justice in Oakland, California, where I worked on combating the criminalization of poverty. My current career as a public interest lawyer gives me daily opportunities to make the legal system better reflect principles of justice and fairness. Playing even a small role in making a difference is well worth it.
