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09
Dec
CLEO’s 2022 EDGE AWARDS Ceremony Showcases Worthy Recipients of Pillars of CLEO Mission

More than 200 people attended (either in person or online) the Council on Legal Education Opportunity, Inc.’s (CLEO) 54th anniversary during  its fourth annual CLEO EDGE Honors Reception & Awards Program on Thursday, November 17, 2022.  At the event, five outstanding leaders were recognized for their noteworthy contributions to the legal profession and/or society through the lens of Education, Diversity, and Greater Equality.

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16
Jan
In 2023, Let’s Embrace Diversity, Not Division

Were he still alive, the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. would have celebrated his 94th birthday today. Regardless of the forum, his underlying message was, in essence, centered around achieving equity, justice, and peace through nonviolent means. Thus, Dr. King was a staunch advocate for “Diversity, Equity and Inclusion” long before it ever became a popular catchphrase.

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12
Dec
CLEO Alumna is Maryland’s First Deputy Executive Director

CLEO Alumna and Attorney, Veronica Dunlap, CLEO Alumna and Attorney, Veronica Dunlap, lives in two worlds—one, the powerful and passionate legal advocate; the other, a classical dance enthusiast. This is the story of a phenomenal lawyer, Deputy Executive Director of the ACLU of Maryland and a fellow Fordham Law JD – MBA

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15
Nov
Congressman Jamie Raskin to Speak at CLEO EDGE Awards–Champion of Civil Rights and Education

Alexandria, VA – November 16, 2022 – U.S. Representative Jamie Raskin (D-MD) will attend the Council on Legal Education Opportunity, Inc.’s (CLEO) 4th Annual CLEO EDGE Honors Reception & Awards Program on Thursday, November 17, 2022.  He will provide remarks at the event which will take place at the law office of Greenberg Trauig, 2101 L Street, NW,  Suite 1000, Washington, DC, from 6-8pm ET.  In celebration of its 54th Anniversary, the CLEO EDGE Awards will be given to five outstanding leaders in Education, Diversity, and Greater Equality in the legal profession and throughout society, including two with the CLEO EDGE Vernon E. Jordan, Jr. Heritage Award.

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12
Nov
Major Law Firms and Corporations are among CLEO EDGE Reception Sponsors – Funds Benefit Under-Represented Law Students

The Council on Legal Education Opportunity, Inc. (CLEO), widely renowned for its mission “to inspire, motivate, and prepare students from underrepresented communities to succeed in law school and beyond,” is excited to announce  the sponsors of the 4th Annual CLEO EDGE Honors Reception & Awards Program in the three pillar categories of Education, Diversity, and Greater Equality, as well as the CLEO EDGE Vernon E. Jordan, Jr. Heritage Award. The event will take place on Thursday, November 17, 2022, at the law offices of Greenberg Traurig, 2101 L Street, NW,  Suite 1000, Washington, DC, from 6-8pm ET.

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03
Nov
CLEO Announces 2022 CLEO EDGE Award Honorees for Education, Diversity, and Greater Equality

The Council on Legal Education Opportunity, Inc. (CLEO), widely renowned for its mission “to inspire, motivate, and prepare students from underrepresented communities to succeed in law school and beyond,” has announced the 2022 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 on Thursday, November 17, 2022, at the law offices of Greenberg Traurig, 2101 L Street, NW,  Suite 1000, Washington, DC, 6:00 – 8:00 pm ET.

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26
Jan
KEEPING THE JUDICIARY ACCOUNTABLE: Young Lawyer Creates Non-Profit to Help Law Students Find Suitable Clerkships

Is being a clerk for a judge on your bucket list? Would you work for a federal judge? State judge? District judge? Becoming a law clerk to a U.S. federal judge is one of the most coveted and prestigious positions in the legal profession, because it opens up connections and job opportunities. Yet, according to the National Association for Law Placement, 77 percent of clerks are white and 23 percent are people of color.

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29
Aug
CLEO EDGE PODCAST: Featuring Jennifer L. Rosato Perea, JD

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.

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03
Aug
CLEO EDGE PODCAST: Featuring Attorney Jennifer Jones Goulston & Storrs

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.

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24
Jun
CLEO EDGE PODCAST: Featuring Robert Falk General Counsel Truth Initiative

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.

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12
Apr
CLEO EDGE PODCAST: Featuring CLEO Alumnus Bruce Jackson

To anchor in CLEO’s focus on diversity in the legal profession, check out the newest episode of CLEO Edge, featuring CLEO Alumnus Bruce Jackson. Bruce studied law at Georgetown University, while developing his skillset as an advocate for diversity and inclusion. Bruce Jackson joins us to discuss his new book, Never Far From Home, released in early 2023.

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04
Apr
CLEO EDGE PODCAST: Gloria J. Browne-Marshall

To bring attention to the connection between Race & Law, check out the newest episode of CLEO Edge, featuring Gloria J. Browne-Marshall. She is a writer, civil rights attorney, and playwright who currently shares her talents as a Professor of Constitutional Law at John Jay College (CUNY).

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