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We aim to establish a pathway for diverse students from high schools, community colleges, four-year institutions, and law schools into law or law-related careers so that the legal profession reflects the diverse population of California.

April is Community College Month! 🎓Community colleges are powerful gateways to opportunity and upward mobility. Through ...
04/08/2026

April is Community College Month! 🎓

Community colleges are powerful gateways to opportunity and upward mobility. Through Cal LAW, students across California are building pathways to law-related careers and transferring to four-year universities with confidence.
 
đź“š By the Numbers:
36 California community colleges offer Cal LAW
67.7% of students are first-generation
Almost 90% of students plan to transfer
Students have transferred to 47 four-year institutions
 
Community colleges don’t just prepare students for what’s next; they help students discover who they can become.

✨ Thank You to Our 2026 Pathways to Law Summit Sponsors ✨We are deeply grateful to the incredible organizations who made...
03/30/2026

✨ Thank You to Our 2026 Pathways to Law Summit Sponsors ✨

We are deeply grateful to the incredible organizations who made the 2026 Pathways to Law Summit, Our Voice, Our Impact, possible. Your commitment to expanding access, equity, and opportunity in the legal profession is what drives this work forward. đź’ś

A special thank you to:
Summit Host
1. UC Law San Francisco
Summit Presenting Sponsor
1. The State Bar of California
Reception Sponsor
1. Farella Braun + Martel
Road to Success Sponsors
1. Greenberg Traurig
2. John L. Burris Law Offices
3. Wilson Sonsini Foundation
Impact in Action Sponsor
1. Capital City Trial Lawyers Association
Summit Ally Sponsor
1. AccessLex Institute
2. Federal Bar Association Northern District of California Chapter
Community Amplifier Sponsors
1. AILA Northern California Chapter
2. Asian/Pacific Bar Association of Sacramento

Because of you, we continue building pathways for the next generation of legal leaders. Thank you for investing in our students, our communities, and the future of the legal profession.

🏆 Diversity Champion Awards – 2026 Pathways to Law SummitWe were honored to recognize John L. Burris and Elihu Harris as...
03/27/2026

🏆 Diversity Champion Awards – 2026 Pathways to Law Summit

We were honored to recognize John L. Burris and Elihu Harris as this year’s Diversity Champion Award recipients.

Mr. Burris, a nationally respected civil rights attorney with more than four decades of experience, has represented over a thousand victims of police misconduct and continues to champion equity both inside and outside the courtroom. Attendees also viewed a screening of Godfather of Police Litigation, highlighting his groundbreaking career and lasting impact.

Mr. Harris, an attorney, former Mayor of Oakland, former California State Assemblymember, and longtime Cal LAW Advisory Council member, has dedicated his career to public service and expanding opportunity within the legal profession. His leadership reminds students that law is not only a career, but a powerful vehicle for community impact.

Their lifelong commitments to justice and service continue to inspire the next generation of legal leaders.

🏆 California Law Education Pathway AwardCollege of the Sequoias & Amy Vega-PritchettCal LAW Pathways proudly presented t...
03/26/2026

🏆 California Law Education Pathway Award
College of the Sequoias & Amy Vega-Pritchett

Cal LAW Pathways proudly presented the California Law Education Pathway Award to College of the Sequoias and Faculty Champion Amy Vega-Pritchett.

A founding signatory of the 2015 Cal LAW Pathways MOU, Professor Vega-Pritchett has spent 29 years teaching and mentoring students. Under her leadership, more than 60 Pathway students have transferred to four-year universities.

As a Hispanic-Serving Institution located in a county without a four-year university or ABA-accredited law school, College of the Sequoias exemplifies what intentional pathway design can achieve: expanded access, opportunity, and representation.

🏆 Outstanding Faculty Champion Award – LaNeshia Judon, Esq.We were proud to honor LaNeshia Judon with the Outstanding Fa...
03/25/2026

🏆 Outstanding Faculty Champion Award – LaNeshia Judon, Esq.

We were proud to honor LaNeshia Judon with the Outstanding Faculty Champion Award at the 2026 Pathways to Law Summit.

A faculty leader at Riverside City College, Professor Judon mentors Pathway scholars, advises student organizations, and has supported numerous students transferring to top four-year institutions and pursuing law school.

Faculty champions are the backbone of pathway success — and Professor Judon’s commitment continues to transform lives.

🎓 Outstanding Student Stipend Award – Martin OreaWe proudly recognize Martin Orea, recipient of the Outstanding Student ...
03/25/2026

🎓 Outstanding Student Stipend Award – Martin Orea
We proudly recognize Martin Orea, recipient of the Outstanding Student Stipend Award at the 2026 Pathways to Law Summit.

A first-generation college student at Santa Monica College, Martin studies public policy and political science while serving in student government.

He aspires to pursue public interest law focused on expanding access to justice for underrepresented communities.

We are proud to support his journey and celebrate the impact he is already making.

🎓 Outstanding Student Stipend Award – Amna FadelCongratulations to Amna Fadel, recipient of the Outstanding Student Stip...
03/24/2026

🎓 Outstanding Student Stipend Award – Amna Fadel

Congratulations to Amna Fadel, recipient of the Outstanding Student Stipend Award at the 2026 Pathways to Law Summit.
A student at College of the Canyons, Amna double majors in Political Science and Law, Public Policy, and Society and plans to pursue corporate law.

As President of Associated Student Government, she represents more than 30,000 students and co-founded a Pathway to Law School Newsletter supporting first-generation and aspiring law students.

Her leadership, service, and commitment to access embody the spirit of Our Voice, Our Impact.

⚖️ College & Law Fair RecapOur 22-organization College & Law Fair connected students directly with law schools, legal or...
03/23/2026

⚖️ College & Law Fair Recap

Our 22-organization College & Law Fair connected students directly with law schools, legal organizations, and access-to-justice partners.

Participating institutions included:
• University of California, Berkeley
• University of California, Davis School of Law
• University of California, Irvine School of Law
• University of Southern California Gould School of Law
• Loyola Law School
• Pepperdine University Caruso School of Law
• California Western School of Law
• Stanford University
• AccessLex Institute
• Law School Admission Council

The Fair provided students with direct access to admissions representatives, financial aid guidance, and mentorship opportunities — helping demystify the law school journey.
When exposure meets preparation, pathways become possible.

🎤 Welcome Address – 2026 Pathways to Law SummitWe were honored to welcome Assemblymember Diane Papan as a featured speak...
03/22/2026

🎤 Welcome Address – 2026 Pathways to Law Summit

We were honored to welcome Assemblymember Diane Papan as a featured speaker at this year’s Summit.

First elected to the California State Assembly in 2022 and reelected in 2024, Assemblymember Papan represents the 21st Assembly District, serving communities across the Bayside of San Mateo County. In the Assembly, she serves as Chair of the Water, Parks & Wildlife Committee and contributes to key policy areas including environmental safety, judiciary, transportation, and energy.

Prior to her time in the Assembly, she served as Mayor and City Councilmember for the City of San Mateo, where she championed investments in infrastructure, transit, and climate adaptation. Today, her work continues to focus on addressing climate change, strengthening water systems, expanding access to healthcare, advancing gun safety, increasing affordable housing, and ensuring quality public education.

Her leadership and commitment to public service set an inspiring tone for the next generation of legal leaders.

🎤 Keynote Speaker – 2026 Pathways to Law SummitWe were deeply honored to welcome Sergio Covarrubias Garcia as this year’...
03/21/2026

🎤 Keynote Speaker – 2026 Pathways to Law Summit
We were deeply honored to welcome Sergio Covarrubias Garcia as this year’s keynote speaker.

Born in Michoacán, Mexico, and brought to the United States as a young child, Sergio’s journey is one of resilience, determination, and unwavering belief in justice. From navigating multiple moves between countries to overcoming barriers tied to his immigration status, his path to becoming an attorney was anything but traditional.

After years of persistence, Sergio made history—becoming the first undocumented individual in the United States authorized to practice law after a landmark legal battle with the U.S. Department of Justice.

His story is a powerful reminder that the pursuit of justice often requires courage, sacrifice, and perseverance. Through his keynote, he inspired students to see obstacles not as limits, but as catalysts for change.

Students spent the day inside the courtroom getting a firsthand look at careers in the justice system. ⚖️Our Day at Cour...
03/16/2026

Students spent the day inside the courtroom getting a firsthand look at careers in the justice system. ⚖️
Our Day at Court program began at the San Francisco Superior Court with welcome remarks from Kelly Matayoshi, Partner at Farella Braun + Martel, and then attendees heard inspiring remarks from Judge Bobby P. Luna and Brandon Riley, CEO of the San Francisco Superior Court, before heading into courtrooms across the courthouse to observe real court proceedings in action.
After court observations, students walked over to UC Law San Francisco for lunch and an admissions panel featuring law school administrators and current law students who shared insights about applying to law school, navigating the first year, and building a legal career.
The afternoon continued back at the courthouse with engaging panels highlighting different pathways in the legal field—including civil law and criminal law. Students heard directly from judges, attorneys, court professionals, and public servants about their career journeys and the many roles that make the justice system work.
Thank you to the San Francisco Superior Court, Farella Braun + Martel, UC Law San Francisco, and all of the judges, attorneys, and court professionals who made this incredible learning experience possible.

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