Fatoumata Diallo and Halima Mohamed completed a monthslong job shadowing program with Seattle Municipal Court employees. They are part of the Legal Pathways initiative at UW-Tacoma, which is funded by the Washington State Legislature. This program aims to introduce high school students to careers in the legal field. During their time at SMC, Diallo and Mohamed observed court proceedings, interacted with judges and lawyers, and learned about the judicial process. They expressed enthusiasm for gaining firsthand experience in the legal system and appreciated the insights provided by court staff. The initiative seeks to inspire students to consider legal careers and increase diversity within the profession. Diallo and Mohamed’s experience is seen as a step toward achieving these goals, highlighting the importance of mentorship and exposure to legal careers for young people.
From Classroom to Courtroom: A Legal Pathways Student’s Experience at SMC
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