Barrett Program News And Events

Salles Diaz worked at the Satter Ruhlen Law Firm, while Ammisetty worked for the United Food and Commercial Workers International Union Read More

Wedgeworth worked for Legal Services of Alabama in Anniston and Gadsden this summer Read More

Bankruptcy scholar’s work focuses on the impact of debt on economic inequality Read More

Flores discussed the Wampis Nation’s establishment of a separate territorial government to protect tribal lands from mining and other extractive industries. Read More

Lowery will work at the Tennessee Innocence Project, where she will help clients navigate re-entry. Read More

Kaylee Brilhart was recognized for logging the highest number of pro bono hours—1,668—as a VLS student. Six members of the Class of 2023 completed the Pro Bono Pledge in both 2022 and 2023. Read More

Cruz brings significant public interest law experience from Nashville Public Defender’s Office. Read More

Plaintiff in the landmark Supreme Court case Obergefell v. Hodges, discussed coming to terms with his gay identity, fighting for his marriage to be recognized nationwide Read More

Student teams worked on projects to provide end-of-life resources for low-income clients, support indigent criminal defense, and offer civil legal services to formerly incarcerated women Read More

Riggs spoke about democracy and voting rights in the event hosted by the George Barrett Social Justice Program Read More