Alec Watson, JD ’23, was drawn to McGeorge School of Law because of the school’s trial advocacy program. U.S. News & World Report ranked the school’s trial advocacy program No. 16 in the nation in its 2022 Best Graduate Schools guide. The program is also one of only 11 in the country to receive
I found a passion for tax law while getting a JD at McGeorge
With a background in accounting, Milad Ryan Sefidpour (JD ’22) decided to pursue a law degree after taking some advice from his father, a solo practitioner. After shadowing him for a week, Milad fell in love with the direct client-to-client interaction, something he was not able to receive working in accounting. After graduating from …
McGeorge’s Legislative and Public Policy Clinic allowed me to work on a bill passed by Governor Gavin Newsom
Alex Pequinot’s passion for public policy led him to law school. Through McGeorge School of Law’s Legislative and Public Policy Clinic, Pequinot had the opportunity to work on a bill that was eventually signed into law by California Gov. Gavin Newsom. Pequinot views McGeorge’s location in California’s State Capitol as an significant advantage to …
McGeorge School of Law’s connection to the Capitol helped me reach my career goal
Erinn Ryberg, ’13, knew that she always wanted to pursue policy and advocacy. She was drawn to McGeorge School of Law because of the school’s connection to the Capitol and California government. In this video, she talks about her time at McGeorge and her focus on externships and internships during law school.
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McGeorge’s proximity to the California State Capitol sets school apart from peer institutions
Rob Nash graduated from McGeorge School of Law in 2015. In this video, Nash discusses why McGeorge’s proximity to the California State Capitol appealed to him, the school’s alumni network, how professors helped him network with professionals in the Capital, and remaining close with friends from law school. Nash currently serves as State Government …
Involvement in Immigration Law Clinic solidified my desire to practice immigration law post-graduation

I got involved with the Immigration Law Clinic at McGeorge School of Law, largely because I wanted to continue gaining experience in immigration law. I had worked as an immigration paralegal for a year before coming to law…
Alumna advocates for victims, directs California Victims Legal Resource Center at McGeorge School of Law
McGeorge School of Law has been home to the California Victims Legal Resource Center since 1984. Mariam El-menshawi, ’11, serves as the director of the California Victims Legal Resource Center.
McGeorge law students, under attorney supervision, provide assistance to victims, their families, service providers, and victim advocates. Primarily through the hotline and chat, Center …
McGeorge’s Capital Lawyering Concentration helps develop the next generation of Capitol policymakers

During a summer internship in the State Senate, I caught the political bug and haven’t looked back. When I first joined the Legislature, I briefly worked with a McGeorge School of Law alumnus that connected me with the McGeorge…
McGeorge’s Trial Advocacy Program ensured I was practice ready on day one of my professional career
Selena Farnesi, ’15, was practice ready on day one of her professional career after graduating from McGeorge School of Law. Farnesi credits the school’s Trial Advocacy Program; the skills and knowledge she learned from Professors Cary Bricker and Jay Leach; and externships she completed during law school for her ability to be a polished …
Prisoner Civil Rights Mediation Clinic creates opportunities to help combat issues within the criminal justice system

When I first heard of the Prisoner Civil Rights Mediation Clinic, I knew that I wanted to join the Clinic. My interest in joining the Prisoner Civil Rights Mediation Clinic stemmed from my…