Like many students, I went to law school to use my education to make a meaningful impact in the world. As a first-generation student, I did not fully grasp all I would need to learn to be an effective advocate one day. The Elder and Health Law Clinic at the University
During law school, I had the privilege of participating in the Elder and Health Law Clinic, an experience that shaped not only my legal skills but also my confidence in practicing law. Like many law students, I went in eager to learn, but I left with something a textbook could never teach
Daisy Deng, ’12, is a University of the Pacific McGeorge School of Law alumna, who serves as senior legal counsel at VIP.com in Guangzhou, China.
1. Tell us about yourself. From undertaking an LLM in Transnational Business Practice to being a Senior Legal Counsel, what influenced the other?
Before undertaking the LLM degree at
Shweta Singh, ’10, is a University of the Pacific McGeorge School of Law alumna and a seasoned legal professional with over 15 years of experience across diverse industries. Her work encompasses cross-border transactions in EMEA, APAC and Americas involving corporate legal advisory, compliance, contract management and dispute resolution. As a legal professional, Shweta
Olivia Lê Horovitz, ’91, is a University of the Pacific McGeorge School of Law alumna, who is a founding partner at Rimon Law in Paris, France.
1. Could you please describe your practice and how you decided to go into this field?
My practice primarily focuses on cross-border mergers and acquisitions, private
David Neill, ’96, is a dedicated public servant who has devoted his career to serving the state of California. He currently holds the position of chief counsel at the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services, where he previously served as assistant chief counsel from 2021 to 2024. His career reflects an unwavering
John Demas, ’89, ’92, is the founding partner of Demas Law Group, where he is a distinguished leader in personal injury law. Demas is recognized as one of the top plaintiff’s attorneys in California and has been exclusively representing injured victims for over 30 years. In addition, Demas is passionate about helping
Women have long been making significant strides in the sports industry, breaking barriers and paving the way for future generations of female professionals. From executives to legal experts, women are excelling in various roles across the world of sports.
Notable University of the Pacific McGeorge School of Law alumna Matina Kolokotronis, ’89, is a
At the University of the Pacific McGeorge School of Law, our distinguished full-time faculty provides students with unparalleled opportunities to learn from their expertise across diverse fields of law. From international arbitration to criminal justice, environmental law to public policy, our professors bring real-world experience and academic excellence to the classroom, preparing students to
The Hon. Ronald Sargis, ’82, is the former Chief Judge of the United States Bankruptcy Court for the Eastern District of California. He was appointed to the bench in the Eastern District in 2010.
In January 2024, he was reappointed to serve as a bankruptcy judge for a second 14-year