UIC Law News Articles Alumnus Gives Back with Multi-Thousand-Dollar Scholarship Fund Scholarship fund established by law school alum provides access and inclusion to students who might otherwise not be able to attend law school for financial reasons. Part-Time Student Combines Legal Education with HR Expertise to Champion Employment Law Jesus Meraz is turning his passion into a purpose-driven career by using his JD from UIC Law to champion employment law and empower people-first workplaces. From Legal Aid to Breakthroughs in the Cannabis Industry, 3L Takes Multi-Layered Approach to Moving Public Interest Initiatives Forward Crediting the professors and strong UIC Law network for preparing her for a career in the legal industry, 3L student Jocelyn Landeros-Diaz was able to build a diverse background in public interest law. Sarah Elizabeth Parsons Named 2025 Lucy Sprague Public Service Award Recipient Sarah Elizabeth Parsons receives scholarship to continue research and advocacy in Public Interest Law. Law School Graduate “Carves Space” and Provides Resources for Neurodivergent Students Siena Pieruccini founded UIC Law’s first org for students with learning disabilities and helped others feel seen, supported, and empowered. Valedictorian and Part-Time Student Uses Legal Education to Advance on the Job and In the Classroom While attending law school at night, Thomas Gallagher continued working full-time as a conflicts administrator, where he applied his legal education to real-world firm operations in real time. Part-Time Evening Student Maximizes Law School Experience with Externship and Patent Success Kenneth Woodard utilizes keen law school teachings and alumni network to establish career success and build opportunities for the next generation. Sports Law Taught by Former NFL Player and Agent Comes to UIC Law Professor Dominque Price brings Sports Law to UIC Law. 3L Makes Strides within Fair Housing Cases and LGBTQ+ Advocacy through the UIC Law Fair Housing Clinic Read more about 3L Jacob Hulbert's influence and advocacy for fair housing practices and being a voice for the LGBTQ+ community. Law School and SCALES Program Alum Promoted to Equity Partner at Beermann LLP Joseph Napoli (JD ’12) receives promotion to Equity Partner at Beermann LLP, a full-circle moment in his legal career. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 … 14 Next
