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Last week, students in the Appellate Litigation Clinic presented oral arguments as part of their coursework, having drafted briefs and argued before panels of guest judges from partner organizations.
▪ James Richey (3L) advocated before the Board of Immigration Appeals in a case involving the scope of the Convention Against Torture as it relates to mental torture.
▪ Priscilla Hernandez (3L) argued before the Third District Court of Appeal in a case concerning the denial of autism-related benefits.
▪ Valentina Montoya Bayona (3L) handled a Fourth Amendment case involving the denial of a motion to suppress.
▪ 3Ls Anisa Zwolinski, Gabriella Jones, and Bryan Ramsaran presented oral arguments before a three-judge panel at the West Palm Beach Courthouse. They drafted and filed real briefs before the Fourth District Court of Appeal on issues including evidentiary challenges, Stand Your Ground immunity, and aggravated assault.
Led by Professor Leticia Mora, the Appellate Litigation Clinic continues to provide students with invaluable, real-world litigation experience.
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Congratulations to our Moot Court Team comprised of Carolina Baca (2L), Barbara Santana (2L), and Lucia Vieites (3L), along with student coach Christopher Fraga Vasquez (2L), alumni coaches Jennifer Delgado, Jorge Delgado, and Paola Reategui, and faculty advisor Armando Hernandez.
The team competed in the Jerome Prince Memorial Evidence Moot Court Competition at Brooklyn Law School in Brooklyn, New York, finishing as semi-finalists—our school’s best performance at the Prince Competition to date.
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Jhoanna Carrascal (3L), President of the FAWL STU Law Student Chapter, and Madelynn Guisasola (2L), the Chapter`s Fundraising Chair, attended "Her Honor: A Women`s History Month Brunch," hosted by the Broward County Women Lawyers` Association. The event celebrated the achievements and contributions of Judge Beth Bloom, Judge Natasha DePrimo, and Judge Catalina Avalos.
The brunch provided a wonderful opportunity for students to engage with and learn from accomplished attorneys and members of the judiciary.
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The Immigration Law Clinic students successfully represented their client in an individual hearing for a VAWA-based adjustment of status.
Through careful preparation, advocacy, and dedication, law student representatives Amanda Fiestas (3L) and Brittany Harris (3L) secured a life-changing outcome for their client. This case also highlights the strength of our comprehensive clinical model: the client received coordinated support from both our Immigration Law Clinic and the St. Thomas Tax Clinic. The Immigration Judge assigned to the proceedings praised their advocacy, "They did better than most attorneys who come before this Court."
At the end of the day, that collaborative approach made a critical difference. The tax considerations in this case were essential to securing a favorable exercise of discretion, demonstrating how interdisciplinary advocacy can directly impact results. The client benefited from truly holistic legal representation and expressed deep appreciation for the support provided by both clinics.
This victory reflects not only the strength of the case, but also the commitment of our students to client-centered lawyering and access to justice. Experiences like these are at the heart of clinical education: real clients, real stakes, and real impact.
Congratulations to Amanda Fiestas and Brittany Harris for their hard work and professionalism, and to their client on this well-deserved result.
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Admitted Student Reception
We loved hosting our admitted students and sharing a glimpse of what it means to be part of the STU Law community. ⚖️
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