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Spotlight

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Randy Lee
Randy Lee
Faculty

“Saint Ives is the patron saint of lawyers. Those who knew him observed that he made people’s lives better and he made people better whenever he encountered them. A life in the law invites us to do that."

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Kiera Flannery — smiling headshot in a white blazer, posed in front of law library shelves.
Kierra Flannery '26
Student

“Law school is challenging, but the people you meet along the way and the opportunities Widener Law Commonwealth provides make it incredibly rewarding.”

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Ryan J. Cassidy ’96
Alumnus

“Don’t wait for your career to happen to you. Put yourself in the driver’s seat and start building the relationships that will matter years from now.”

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Catherine Marcy Scott: Smiling woman in a black cardigan over a polka-dot blouse with a pearl necklace and bracelet, posed outdoors against a backdrop of bare spring trees.
Mary Catherine Scott ’94
Faculty | Central PA Law Clinic Director

"The impact of our clinic is twofold: we provide much-needed legal help to members of the local community who would otherwise not be able to afford it and we prepare students with practical experience representing real clients with real legal issues."

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Jessica Collier
Jessica Collier ’24
Student

“A lot of people come to law school thinking they know things about the law or with a law background, only to realize that they don’t have the knowledge they think they do. If you go in, eyes open, with a mind ready to learn, your professors will notice.” 

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Abbey-Gail Morris ’26
Student

“My vision for the Women in Law Caucus is to keep growing it as a support system and a leadership incubator for women in the legal field.”

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Rory Ritrievi
Rory Ritrievi ’98
Alumnus

“My former CFO used to say that it appeared that I was playing chess while everyone else was playing checkers. That is what law school and my time at Widener did for me. It turned me from a skilled checkers player in business and in life to the strategic and visionary chess player that I have become.”

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Jill Family
Jill Family
Faculty

"I find that being engaged real time with cutting edge legal issues brings an important dynamic to the classroom. It helps me prepare students for the legal issues they will encounter after graduation."

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Vanessa Peck: Smiling woman in a black blazer with a delicate gold necklace, against a soft pink gradient background.
Vanessa Peck ’25
Student

“Seeing a case through from the initial client interview to final judgment is incredibly rewarding. The clinic clients appreciate the services we provide, and it’s fulfilling to know that my work made a real and positive impact in our community.”

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Todd Shill ’98
Alumnus

"Appreciate everyone who takes a chance on you. Even the unexpected twists in your career happen for a reason. Those moments shape who you become.”

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Michelle Henry
Michelle Henry ’94
Alumna

“Widener Law Commonwealth’s unique programs helped me hone my courtroom skills, practice thinking on my feet, and graduate feeling prepared for my chosen path.”

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Alex Benson ’26
Student

“If my leadership leaves behind a culture where people feel safe, seen, and supported, then I’ve done my job.”

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Juliet Moringiello
Juliet Moringiello
Faculty | In Memoriam

Widener Law Commonwealth honors the life, legacy, and gravity of Juliet M. Moringiello, Associate Dean for Academic Affairs and Professor of Law.

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Morgan Enger: Smiling woman in a magenta blazer over a floral top, posed in front of a shelf of legal reference books.
Morgan Engler ’25
Student

“Our clients come to the law clinic with matters that are deeply significant to them. It’s a big responsibility, but it’s rewarding to be their advocate.”

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Megan Martin
Megan Martin ’94
Alumna

"I never dreamed that I would serve two presidents, the U.S. Navy, two governors and the Pennsylvania Senate and be the first woman in our state to serve as its secretary-parliamentarian.” 

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Robert Torres
Robert Torres ’93
Alumnus

“Graduating from WLC helped to advance my career with promotions and new opportunities. My legal education helped to sharpen the analytical skills I now use in assessing many sides of an issue."

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Matthew Strubinger — Matthew Strubinger stands at the podium inside a wood-paneled courtroom at the Carbon County Public Defender's Office, with an American flag and Pennsylvania state flag visible behind him.
Matthew Strubinger ’24
Student

“The faculty at Widener Law Commonwealth is great at guiding students through the process of obtaining their [legal intern] certification, and it offers invaluable experience."

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