Meet the 2025–2026 leaders of the Entertainment and Sports Law Society (ESLS) at Western State! ESLS brings together students interested in the fast-paced worlds of entertainment, media, and sports law. Through guest speakers, industry panels, networking events, and career-focused programming, the organization offers insight into the legal issues shaping these dynamic fields. Open to all Western State students, ESLS provides a space to explore career paths, build professional connections, and engage with the business side of entertainment and athletics.
Meet the Executive Board
Lucas (Chewie) Wieghart, 3L
President
Favorite Field(s) of Law:
Business, Entertainment and Sports law.
Role Models:
James Wieghart, Alan Shore, Robert Bilott.
Future Goals:
I would like to be an agent for entertainers and or athletes like Jerry Maguire.
Hobbies:
Playing Runescape, Going to museums, playing rugby, exploring California.
Fun Fact:
I decided I wanted to go by the name Chewie in 7th grade, and made it stick throughout law school, while maybe not a “fun” fact I think its at least impressive.
Advice for new students:
Even though its a long journey, take every opportunity you can and dont take no for an answer just because someone else says it cant be done. Treat everyone you meet with respect because you will be working with them soon. Professor Shah really cares about all the students and will make you pass the bar (manifesting this one). Also meet with your professors to review your exams and start outlining early. Never count yourself out!
Anthony Carazo, 3L
Vice President
Favorite Field(s) of Law:
Sports and Entertainment.
Role Models:
My dad, and Leigh Steinberg.
Future Goals:
To be a sports agent or to work in the front office of a professional team.
Hobbies:
Collecting sports memorabilia.
Fun Fact:
I’m a kings season ticket holder.
Advice for new students:
Don’t compare yourself to others in your class, focus on you and getting a little better each day!
Hunter Pearson, 2L
Secretary
Favorite Field(s) of Law:
Personal Injury and Sports Law.
Role Models:
Winston Churchill, Tom Brady, Kobe Bryant, and my Grandfather.
Future Goals:
My goal is to become an attorney who helps people feel empowered instead of overwhelmed by the legal system. I want a career that pushes me to grow, lets me give back in meaningful ways, and allows me to make a real difference by helping bring justice through the work I do.
Hobbies:
Hiking, and Antique Collecting.
Fun Fact:
I never cooked for myself prior to college but now it has become a passion of mine to try new recipes, techniques, and cuisines I never tried.
Advice for new students:
Find a good group of friends in your class. The first year of law school is difficult and stressful, so, it is good to have people you love and trust to support you when you’re not having the best day or struggling with a certain subject or topic. It makes everything slightly easier when you have people to laugh and work with.
Take every opportunity possible to network and connect with lawyers, whether they are in the area of practice you plan on doing or not. Everyone loves giving advice and getting to know the next generation of attorneys on a personal level.
Rosario Morales Vazquez, 2L
Fundraising Chair
Favorite Field(s) of Law:
Business and Entertainment Law.
Role Models:
Lina Khan, Viktor E. Frankl, My Uncle Guillermo RIP, Maritza Cervantes.
Future Goals:
To work with businesses and creatives, to help them grow and succeed.
Hobbies:
Going to concerts or to see live music in any form, movie marathons or going to the movies, interesting conversations over coffee, reading poems, and writing.
Fun Fact:
I am a Corgi parent, I came from the music industry worked at Universal Music Group for 7 years before law school, before that I used to organize concerts in my community.
Advice for new students:
As you start law school, approach everything with a humble attitude acknowledging what you do not know and with an eagerness to learn. Now is the time to be in apprentice mode and soak in all the knowledge so that, once you graduate, you can teach someone else.
I am extremely grateful to be in Law School. I feel very privileged that Western State gave me the chance.
Alina Gonzalez, 3L
Events Chair
Favorite Field(s) of Law:
Personal injury and civil litigation.
Role Models:
My role models are my family, all of whom lead with resilience, wisdom, and heart. Watching the way they show up for others, work hard, and stay grounded in their values has shaped the kind of person and future attorney I strive to be. I also admire attorneys who pair excellence in advocacy with compassion and integrity.
Future Goals:
My future goal is to become an attorney who can advocate for individuals and families during some of the most difficult moments of their lives. I hope to build a career centered on meaningful client connection, strong trial skills, and impactful advocacy.
Hobbies:
Outside of law school, I enjoy working out, staying active, spending time with friends and family, and exploring Orange County. I also love personal development and finding new ways to stay motivated and balanced during school.
Fun Fact:
I played competitive softball for most of my life, and it taught me some of my earliest lessons in discipline, teamwork, and performing under pressure, and are skills that still shape how I approach law school today.
Advice for new students:
My biggest advice is to remember that law school can feel overwhelming at first, but growth happens quickly when you stay consistent, take advantage of the resources available, and focus on progress over perfection. Get involved early, build relationships, and don’t be afraid to step into opportunities even before you feel “ready.”