1980s:
The Honorable Patricia Mendoza (LAS '82, JD '84) was honored with the
Lifetime Achievement: Excellence in Government Service Award from MALDEF at
their Annual Awards Gala. Judge Mendoza serves as an Associate Judge of the
Circuit Court of Cook County.
Anna S.
Richo ('86) has joined the Board of Directors of Illumina, Inc.
Anna is a member of DePaul University's Board of Trustees.
1990s:
Karina
Ayala-Bermejo ('98) was honored with the Excellence in
Community Service Award from MALDEF at their Annual Awards Gala. Karina is the
President and CEO of the Instituto del Progreso Latino.
The
Honorable Mitchell B. Goldberg (LAS '96, JD '99) has been named
the President of the Chicago Lincoln American Inn of Court for the
organization's 2024-2025 bar year. The American Inn of Court is an association
of lawyers, judges and other legal professionals seek to inspire the legal
community to advance the rule of law by achieving the highest level of
professionalism through example, education, and mentoring. Judge Goldberg
serves as an Associate Judge for the Circuit Court of Cook County.
2000s:
Jennifer I.
Wolfe ('00) has been named Office Managing Partner of Katten's
Chicago office. Jen joined Katten directly from DePaul Law and is a partner in
the firm's Private Credit Practice Group.
Carlota I.
Toledo ('05) has been named Professor of Professional Practice
and Director of Academic Success at LSU Law. Professor Toledo will work closely
with students to self-assess and develop essential skills such critical
reading, logical reasoning, and professional identity.
2010s:
Diandra L.
Abate ('16) has joined Goldberg Segalla as a Partner in the
firm's Worker's Compensation Practice Group.
The
Honorable Michael Zasadil ('16) has been appointed as an
Associate Judge in the 22nd Judicial Circuit of Illinois. Prior to this
appointment, Judge Zasadil served as an Assistant Public Defender for the
McHenry County Public Defender.
2020s:
Maria T.
Collado ('21) has been named to the 2024 30 Under 30 list by
the Windy City Times. The honor recognizes individuals for making substantial
contributions to the Chicagoland LGBT community in the fields of entertainment,
politics, health, activism, academics, sports, or other areas. Maria is the
Director of Grants at the Puerto Rican Cultural Center.
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