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St. Mary’s alumni volunteer time to benefit the University 

Jim Drought (J.D. ’69) always wanted to be an attorney. Sara E. Dysart (B.A. ’74, J.D. ’81) loves giving back to St. Mary's University. When asked to assist with a gift given by an alumni, the two friends didn't hesitate to offer their legal services.

St. Mary’s Law study shows benefits of Catholic legal education 

New study reveals how Catholic-affiliated law education impacts the lives of graduates beyond their time on campus.

Master’s degree alumnus delves deeper into business law 

Jason Stover (M.Jur. '23) decided to earn his degree at St. Mary's Law so he would be more informed about the laws that govern his areas of expertise.

J.D. alumnus embraces assisting physicians and military members 

Veteran represents service members before an Administrative Separation Board or professional licensees before state boards.

After life-altering crash, J.D. student commits to inspiring others 

Lauren Cortez, a third-year J.D. student, didn't allow a car wreck to derail her dreams of earning her law degree.

Canadian musician’s unconventional path leads her to St. Mary’s Law 

A Canadian attorney and award-winning musician enjoys a legal career in Texas after earning Master of Laws at St. Mary's School of Law.

School of Law navigates AI’s challenges and opportunities 

The St. Mary’s University School of Law is preparing faculty and students to use artificial intelligence effectively and responsibly. 

Criminal and territorial law scholar to release new book and teach course

Assistant Professor of Law Sígrid Vendrell-Polanco, J.D., grew up in Puerto Rico and enjoys teaching future lawyers about the U.S. territories.

$1.2 million gift from Methodist Healthcare Ministries supports St. Mary’s Law clinics 

Methodist Healthcare Ministries of South Texas, Inc. is fighting housing insecurity by powering the St. Mary's Law Real Estate Clinic and Consumer Protection Clinic.

Passion for service leads St. Mary’s law alumnus to priesthood 

While earning his J.D. at St. Mary's Law, William Hayes, S.J. (J.D. '22), found himself on the path to priesthood.

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.

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