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March, 2024 – Issue 12 Welcome to The CLEO JD Report. We will share tips on how to prepare for and succeed in law school, get legal profession insights from our CLEO alumni, and get to know our Partners-In-Law law schools that are making a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. The Council on Legal […]
Announcing the 2024 recipients of its CLEO EDGE Awards, which recognize excellence and achievement in the key pillars of Education, Diversity, and Greater Equality. The 4th Annual CLEO EDGE Honors Reception & Awards Program will take place immediately following our inaugural CLEO Legal Pipeline Career Expo on Thursday, April 11th, 2024, at the law offices of Greenberg Traurig
Alexandria, VA — January 26, 2024 — The Council on Legal Education Opportunity, Inc. (CLEO), is proud to announce the Minority Corporate Counsel Association (MCCA) as this year’s premier Pre-Law Summer Institute (PLSI) sponsor. MCCA has generously provided funding for CLEO’s flagship program PLSI for another year, directly creating opportunities for more students from underrepresented backgrounds to participate.
The National Conference of Bar Examiners (NCBE) and the Council on Legal Education Opportunity, Inc. (CLEO) have announced that the two organizations are extending their partnership for an additional three years. The partnership, currently in its sixth year, provides assistance for students from underrepresented communities throughout law school and as they prepare to take the bar exam, with the aim of supporting increased equity and access in the legal profession.
In a pivotal and insightful Zoom meeting discussion, our President and CEO, J.C. Polanco, recently served as a distinguished panelist, delving into the profound implications of the ‘Harvard Affirmative Action Decision’ on diversity-focused organizations like CLEO.
Highlights of our President and CEO Juan Carlos Polanco’s participation in the DEIB Power the Pipeline Conference 2023. From insightful discussions on pipeline programs to CLEO’s commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, read the full article. Join us in celebrating our dedication to shaping a more inclusive legal landscape!
December, 2023 – Issue 11 Welcome to The CLEO JD Report. We will share tips on how to prepare for and succeed in law school, get legal profession insights from our CLEO alumni, and get to know our Partners-In-Law law schools that are making a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. The Council on Legal […]
Tune into the newest episode of CLEO Edge, featuring Jennifer Rosato Perea. She currently serves as the dean of the DePaul University College of Law in Chicago, Illinois. Dean Jenn has held many roles in academia, serving both in leadership and as an instructor. She is a published scholar, with many works that focus on diverse legal issues as they impact children and families.
September, 2023 – Issue 10 Welcome to The CLEO JD Report. We will share tips on how to prepare for and succeed in law school, get legal profession insights from our CLEO alumni, and get to know our Partners-In-Law law schools that are making a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. The Council on Legal […]
In this episode, Jones talks with CLEO’s COO, Leigh Allen II, about her long, winding journey in the profession via the lens of generational differences and constant pursuit of gender parity. She discusses how she aims to help create space for other women and people of color to share their voices and succeed in the field the way she has been able to.
In 2021, Falk joined Truth Initiative as general counsel. Truth Initiative is a nonprofit organization dedicated to ending tobacco use. In this role, Falk is responsible for providing legal advice and counsel to the organization. He is also involved in developing and implementing Truth Initiative’s legal strategies.
May, 2023 – Issue 9 Welcome to The Council on Legal Education Opportunity, Inc. (CLEO) JD Report. We will share tips on how to prepare for and succeed in law school, get legal profession insights from our CLEO alumni, and get to know our Partners-In-Law – law schools that are making a commitment to diversity, […]