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From Uncertainty to Confidence: Joseph Song’s Journey to a Future in Personal Injury Law
Written by: WSCL Marketing Team Discovering His Calling at Western State When Joseph Song came to Western State for law school, he didn’t have a crystal-clear plan. Initially, he thought he wanted to be a criminal defense attorney. However, through hands-on learning...
Bill Shapiro (Class of 1978 | Hall of Fame) Wins CLAY Award
Congratulations to Bill Shapiro (Class of 1978 | Hall of Fame) on receiving the prestigious CLAY (California Lawyer of the Year) Award in Personal Injury from the Daily Journal. Honored for his outstanding work on Hooker v. County of Orange with his son, Brian Shapiro...
Western State College of Law Achieves Impressive February 2025 Bar Exam Results
Written by: WSCL Marketing Team Western State College of Law is proud to announce the outstanding performance of our graduates on the February 2025 California Bar Exam. Western State's First-Time Taker Success An impressive 88.2% of our first-time test takers passed...
How to Get Into Law School: Your Complete Guide to Law School Admissions
Written by: WSCL Admissions Team Getting into law school is a huge step for those pursuing their dreams of becoming a lawyer, but the application process can feel overwhelming, especially if you're unsure where to start. If you're a college student weighing your...
Western State Professor Zoha Khan Publishes and New Article and Presents at Legal Writing Institute Conference
Congratulations to Assistant Professor of Lawyering Skills and proud Western State alumna (Class of 2016), Zoha Khan, on her publication and presentation! Her article explores strategies for implementing the ABA’s standard on cross-cultural competencies, which is a...
Part-Time Student, Full-Time Leader: Olivia French’s Path to Success in Law at Western State
Written by: WSCL Marketing Team Choosing where to attend law school was an important decision for Olivia French. She wanted to stay close to her Orange County roots. Western State College of Law, the oldest law school in Orange County, offered the perfect balance of...
Spring 2025 Immigration & Deportation Defense Clinic Updates
This spring 2025, students enrolled in the Immigration and Deportation Defense Clinic represented clients in various immigration matters and projects, gaining practical experience in complex areas of law. Students defended their clients before immigration courts...
Celebrating Triumphs: Competition Teams End of Year Mixer Brings Together Students, Alumni, and Success
Written by: WSCL Marketing Team Western State College of Law's 2025 Competition Teams End of Year Mixer was a resounding success. Specifically, it brought together over 55 students, alumni, and coaches to celebrate a year of remarkable achievements and camaraderie....
Meet your 2024-2025 APALSA Executive Board
Introducing the 2024–2025 APALSA Executive Board! This dedicated team is passionate about uplifting Asian American and Pacific Islander voices in the legal field and building a strong, supportive community at Western State. With a focus on cultural celebration,...
Giving Back and Building Community: Western State Law Students Lead Through Service
Written by: WSCL Marketing Team At Western State College of Law, the oldest law school in Orange County and one of the most affordable in California, the commitment to justice and giving back goes far beyond the classroom. Whether through legal clinics, food bank...
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