Alumni News
William and Brian Shapiro Recognized by Super Lawyer
Congratulations to William Shapiro (Class of 1978 | Hall of Fame | Board Member) and Brian Shapiro (Class of 2016) on their consistent recognition by Super Lawyers! Bill has earned the prestigious Super Lawyer title for an incredible nineteen consecutive years, while...
Western State Hosts a Successful Alumni Mixer at Prego Restaurant
On February 27, 2025, Western State College of Law hosted its first Alumni Mixer of the year at Prego Restaurant in Tustin, CA! The mixer brought together graduates from different cohorts, blending recent alumni with seasoned professionals, all in a warm and inviting...
From Law Student to Bar Association President: The Inspiring Journey of Western State Alumna Tatianna Y. Metters Scurlock
Paving the Way in Law and Community Leadership Western State College of Law has cultivated many distinguished legal professionals; Tatianna Y. Metters Scurlock is no exception. A proud member of the Class of 2006, Tatianna has built an impressive career in law,...
The William and Susan Shapiro Scholarship: Investing in Western State’s Future Lawyers
The William and Susan Shapiro Scholarship was generously founded by William D. Shapiro (Class of 1978 | Hall of Fame) and his wife, Susan Shapiro, several years ago. It was established to support students who demonstrate excellence, leadership, and financial need....
Building Community One Hot Dog at a Time: Jim Randall’s Lasting Tradition at Western State
Celebrating Nearly Two Decades of Jim Randall’s Hot Dog Day at Western State For more than 17 years, Western State alumnus James “Jim” Randall (Class of 1980) has been a familiar and welcoming presence on campus. Many students know him as “the hot dog guy,” who...
From Undocumented Academic to Unstoppable Attorney: How Cristel Rosales Martinez Gives a Voice to the Voiceless
A Commitment to Helping Undocumented Families Cristel Rosales Martinez, an alumna of Western State College of Law (Class of 2017), has turned her challenging experiences as an undocumented immigrant from Honduras into a successful career in immigration law. Dedicated...
Western State Alumna Michelle Reinglass Receives the 2024 John B. Hurlbut Jr. Legends of the Law Award
Western State College of Law is proud to congratulate alumna and Board member Michelle A. Reinglass, Class of 1978 and Hall of Fame member, on receiving the 2024 John B. Hurlbut Jr. Legends of the Law Award from the Orange County Bar Association Masters Division....
Alumni Highlight: Mitch Jackson
Western State Alum Mitch Jackson (Class of 1985) has released a new book titled "Artificial Intelligence in Law: Revolutionizing Your Legal Practice with Innovative Strategies and Tools." It examines AI's impact on the legal industry. He also developed an AI avatar...
Western State Alumnus Finds Success After Starting Firm
Blaine M. Brown, a distinguished litigation attorney and proud alumnus of Western State College of Law, has carved a remarkable path from his days as a student to starting his own successful firm, OC Trial Group, APC. Within the first full year of operating, the firm...
Alumnus Featured on ABC’s 20/20
We are excited to share that Western State alumnus and Los Angeles County Deputy District Attorney, Robert Villa (Class of 1986), recently made an appearance on ABC's 20/20. The episode, titled "Murder of a Celebrity Hairstylist," took a deep dive into the shocking...
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