“How often does one describe law school as a warm and supportive environment, and a learning experience in which the competent practice of law is taught with conscience and compassion? That was my experience at Santa Clara Law. As a student, I had wonderful teacher/mentors and the opportunity to help others, and those experiences inspired me to found the Watsonville Law Center so I could continue serving others in my career. Righting a wrong changes a life, changes a family’s life, and creates a future for children and grandchildren that shapes our own future. It is a privilege.” —Dori Rose Inda ’00 (above), Founder and former Executive Director, Watsonville Law Center
1,000
Number of low-income clients who are served annually through the Katharine & George Alexander Community Law Center’s community education workshops, advice clinics, and legal representation.
8,800 Number of hours of free legal service for low-income communities and families provided by Santa Clara Law student recipients of summer grants in 2013.
“My summer experience at the Watsonville Law Center was transformative, and it solidified my decision to pursue a career in legal aid. But most importantly, I utilized the knowledge and skills gained at Santa Clara Law to help clients address their legal issues. I am extremely grateful for the summer grant that allowed me to do this important work.” —Kristen Ayana King ’13 Watsonville Law Center Summer Grant Recipient
“Serving the cancer community this past summer was a privilege. I felt a sense of accomplishment every time I helped a caller understand the laws that pertained to their cancerrelated issue, because I knew I was providing a service they would not otherwise receive. For the first time, I saw the law as a positive and transformative tool to help people in need.” —Lizbeth Najera ’13 Cancer Legal Resource Center, Summer Grant Recipient
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