Meet the 2025–2026 leaders of the Business Law Association (BLA) at Western State! BLA brings together students interested in business-related legal careers. Through guest speaker events and networking opportunities, BLA helps members deepen their understanding of business law and connect with professionals in the field. Whether you’re planning a career in corporate law, entrepreneurship, or just want to learn more about the business side of legal practice, BLA welcomes all Western State students looking to get involved and gain real-world insights.
Meet the Executive Board
Chewie Wieghart, 3L
President
Favorite Field(s) of Law:
Sports Law.
Role Models:
Michelle Wieghart, Leroy Clark, Bernie Sanders, my great and supportive friends, and the professors that I went to countless times for advice.
Future Goals:
Be the best lawyer in whatever field I choose, make a difference in peoples lives with my degree.
Hobbies:
I played rugby in college and for Long beach Belmont when I moved here, I really enjoy playing computer games, watching football, participating in sports, going outside especially to the beach, fishing at the family lake house in Michigan.
Fun Fact:
I grew up in northern Wisconsin on a dairy farm, with a town population of 2000, and until I moved to Tustin, the largest place I had lived only had a population of 10,000.
Advice for new students:
Be active as you can in student organizations because you only have 3 years to do it. Also, the legal world is small and networking is really important so even if you don’t think you are interested in a certain field, still go to those events and meet people from that field because you never know if you’ll be interested in it, or if someone you know will ever need a lawyer in that field.
Haneen Afani, 2L
Vice President
Favorite Field(s) of Law:
Immigration, Juvenile Justice, and Business Law!
Role Models:
Ruth Bader Ginsburg and My Parents.
Future Goals:
To be a judge.
Hobbies:
Embroidery, hiking, chess, reading, and cooking!
Fun Fact:
I can identify any ingredient in any dish I try in one bite/sip!
Advice for new students:
Don’t let go of what you love to obtain what you want – law school is an amazing goal to have, but don’t lose sight of yourself and your priorities amidst the stress of studies.
Jerrett Overland, 1L
Secretary
Favorite Field(s) of Law:
Role Models:
Future Goals:
Hobbies:
Fun Fact:
Advice for new students:
Mohammad Qayum, 1L
Treasurer
Favorite Field(s) of Law:
Business, Criminal, Entertainment, International Law.
Role Models:
My mom, a very generous and strong woman, who thought me everything I know about giving up for the greater good. The Prophet Muhammad (PBUH), the central figure in Islam, a man who’s lessons have passed down centuries, who delivered a message of how to navigate life, find contentment, and give whatever we can in charity (even if it is half a date).
Future Goals:
Become a lawyer and use the skills I pick up to better society. I know and fully understand that one man cannot save the world and problems will always exist. However, I believe in the principle of the greater good, and I believe strongly that if we make a genuine effort to sacrifice for the greater good, then slowly but surely the things within our immediate control will improve and be better.
Hobbies:
Soccer, Hiking, Coffee shop hunting.
Fun Fact:
I am a business owner, I have had 2 businesses in the last 5 years, one remains active!
Advice for new students:
I can give advice to those considering law school, just figure out why you want to do it and if the reason is something that drives you to be disciplined, then just do it, but be ready for a real life change.
Sousou Moussa, 1L
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Favorite Field(s) of Law:
I find myself leaning most toward corporate law. I am drawn to the way corporate law combines strategy, problem-solving, and advising businesses on matters that can shape their growth and long-term success.
Role Models:
One of my biggest role models is my dad. I admire his work ethic, perseverance, and the sacrifices he has made to provide for our family. He has always shown me the importance of discipline, responsibility, and staying committed to long-term goals, even when the path is difficult. Watching his example motivates me to bring that same dedication into my own journey in law, and it reminds me that success is built on consistency, patience, and integrity.
Future Goals:
My long-term goal is to establish myself as a practicing attorney in Orange County. I plan to build a career here because it is a community I know well and one where I want to make a lasting impact. Orange County offers a diverse legal market and I want to contribute to that environment while serving the people and businesses that make the region thrive.
Hobbies:
One of my favorite hobbies is traveling. I love exploring new places, learning about different cultures, and experiencing life from new perspectives. I’ve been fortunate enough to visit 20 different countries, and each trip has expanded my worldview and taught me something valuable about people and communities outside my own. Traveling has given me a strong sense of adaptability and open-mindedness, qualities that I know will benefit me both personally and in my future legal career.
Fun Fact:
Logan and Jake Paul used to mow my lawn.
Advice for new students:
As a new student myself, the best advice I can offer is to be open to the learning process and give yourself patience as you adjust. Law school is a big transition, and it’s normal to feel overwhelmed at times, but staying organized and asking questions early makes a huge difference. I’ve already seen how valuable it is to connect with classmates, share ideas, and support one another. My advice is to lean into the community, use the resources around you, and remember that no one has it all figured out right away. We’re all learning together.