“This grant afforded me more than just monetary support. It connected me with a mentor to help me navigate the last year of law school and develop relationships with other lawyers. This was invaluable because I didn’t know any lawyers. I am the first person in my family to go to college and to pursue a professional degree. Having someone connect me with attorneys who were inviting and supportive helped shape who I am as a professional.”
Suleima Garcia graduated from the evening program at Lewis and Clark Law School. While in law school, she worked full time at Portland Community College helping displaced workers gain training and employment and she also served on the Ford Family Foundation Alumni Association Board. Suleima’s passion for serving her community led her to the Multnomah County District Attorney’s Office where she is a Deputy District Attorney. She is currently president-elect of the Oregon Women Lawyers Foundation board.
