Spring 2025

Family support propels J.D. student to fulfill childhood dream 

Daeja Hall, who will accept her Doctor of Jurisprudence from St. Mary's Law at the Spring 2025 Law Commencement, was propelled by her family to fulfill her childhood dream.

Graduate of first-in-the-nation master’s degree focuses on special education law

Patricia Howey is the first to earn a Master of Jurisprudence with a concentration in Special Education Advocacy at St. Mary's Law.

Director of Student Records continues mother’s work

Every St. Mary’s University School of Law student record since 1987, from grades to certifying J.D. degree requirements, has crossed the desk of Yvonne Olfers (B.A. ’80), Director of Student Records.

U.S. Supreme Court Justice Sonia Sotomayor shares career insights with St. Mary’s Law community

U.S. Supreme Court Justice Sonia Sotomayor shares career insights with St. Mary's Law community.

Two J.D. alumni appointed to new Texas Business Court

The newly created Texas Business Court features two alumni from the St. Mary’s University School of Law: the Hon. Marialyn Barnard (J.D. ’92) in San Antonio and the Hon. Patrick Sweeten (J.D. ’96) in Austin.

St. Mary’s LL.M. graduate advocates for immigrants

As an immigration attorney, Roberto Campos (LL.M. ’18) has walked in the shoes of the clients he represents every day. It was not long ago that Campos, along with his parents and five siblings, immigrated to the U.S. from Mexico.

St. Mary’s Law May J.D. graduate commits to inspiring future Latina lawyers

Yuliana Gaytan Portillo, who will graduate on Saturday, May 17, with a J.D. from the St. Mary’s University School of Law, is committed to breaking barriers for other Latina law students.

J.D. alumnus from the Rio Grande Valley turns tenacity into criminal defense career

Carlos A. García, who earned his J.D. in 2005, decided to attend the St. Mary's School of Law after a first career as a school administrator.

Professor’s research reveals ramifications of sharing private data

St. Mary's Law Professor Jena Martin, J.D., is emerging as a thought leader in the intersection of business and human rights.

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