Meet the 2025–2026 leadership team of the Women’s Law Association (WLA) at Western State! WLA is dedicated to supporting and uplifting women in law while fostering an inclusive and collaborative campus community. Through professional development events, mentorship opportunities, networking gatherings, and discussions on issues impacting women in the legal field, WLA creates space for students to connect, grow, and lead. While focused on advancing women in the profession, WLA welcomes all Western State students interested in building community, supporting one another, and contributing to a more inclusive legal environment.
Meet the Executive Board
Olivia Drescher, 3L
President
Favorite Field(s) of Law:
Criminal law and Family law.
Role Models:
My Mom and my mentor, Tiffany Drohan-Sedlachek.
Future Goals:
To become a District Attorney at the Orange County District Attorney’s Office.
Hobbies:
I love to read fantasy novels and travel with my family.
Fun Fact:
I had five wisdom teeth.
Advice for new students:
Do your professor’s previous exams and ask for feedback! This will show you how they want an exam answer to look and what they may dock points for!
Lydia Shahid, 2L
Secretary
Favorite Field(s) of Law:
Criminal and Family Law!
Role Models:
Everyone, regardless of age, who seeks to live according to the image and likeness of Christ.
Future Goals:
My future goal is to establish a non-profit Christian firm specializing in criminal and/or family law issues.
Hobbies:
I love working out, relaxing at the beach, and spending time with animals—like my two adorable foster guinea pigs and my dogs.
Fun Fact:
I lead bi-monthly Bible Studies at the women’s intake and release center!
Advice for new students:
Connect with upperclassmen and get involved!
Erica Sorenson, 3L
Fundraising Chair
Favorite Field(s) of Law:
Criminal Prosecution.
Role Models:
My mom.
Future Goals:
To find my calling in this field.
Hobbies:
I love hanging out with friends, going to concerts, etc.
Fun Fact:
I have 6 sibling and lived in Japan for 3 years.
Advice for new students:
Give law school your all and enjoy every second of it. You will miss it when it’s over. Get as involved with the school as you can, it will make your experience more enjoyable.