UNIVERSITY OF ARIZONA

JAMES E. ROGERS COLLEGE OF LAW

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

UPCOMING EVENTS

November 21

Regulation of AI with Matt Perault of Andreesen Horowitz

December 2

Kid-Friendly Faculty Book Talk with Tessa Dysart and Shalev Roisman

December 3

Giving Tuesday

Greetings,

This week we recognize the Innovation for Justice Changemaker Award winner, Justice Technology Association, which supports tech entrepreneurs working to make justice accessible.

We also look forward to our annual Giving Tuesday, this year celebrating the tenth anniversary of the Huerta Scholarship supporting Indigenous students.

Until the footnotes,

Marc

FEATURE

University of Arizona College of Law Presents Changemaker Award to Justice Technology Association

We are pleased to announce Justice Technology Association (JTA) as the recipient of the University of Arizona i4J Changemaker Award, an honor recognizing innovative leaders who advance access to justice through forward-thinking approaches in legal service delivery, technology or policy reform.

Established by the College of Law’s pathbreaking Innovation for Justice (i4J) program, the Changemaker Award celebrates impactful contributions from public and private law firms, nonprofit organizations and government entities that are tackling pressing civil justice needs in their communities. The award was made possible through a generous contribution from University of Arizona Law alumnus Stephen Golden (’02).

“We are thrilled to honor the Justice Technology Association for their visionary approach and impactful work in addressing the access to justice crisis through innovation and technology,” said Stacy Rupprecht Jane, director of i4J. “The Changemaker Award recognizes organizations making tangible, sustainable impacts, and JTA exemplifies the qualities we sought in our inaugural honoree.”

JTA stands out as a forward-thinking organization uniting tech entrepreneurs focused on transforming the legal landscape to make justice accessible, equitable and efficient. From its founding in 2022, JTA has built a thriving ecosystem of justice tech entrepreneurs, policy experts and industry leaders working to ensure the legal system serves everyone, not just those who can afford it.

“Justice tech founders are changing lives and creating a new vision for the future of justice equity, but face an uphill battle hampered by lack of access to capital, difficulty with network penetration and outmoded industry constraints,” explained JTA Executive Director Maya Markovich. “JTA provides crucial early-stage support to these visionary startups and we’re deeply honored that University of Arizona believes so strongly in not only our organization, but the nascent justice tech sector and the opportunity presented by technology – particularly generative AI – to level the playing field rather than exacerbate injustice.”

For the full story, see here.

AROUND THE COLLEGE

Save the Date! Support Indigenous Students on #GivingTuesday Dec. 3

Fueling Progress: An Update on Fuel Wonder Initiatives

The Indigenous Peoples Law and Policy (IPLP) Program is preparing for another successful #GivingTuesday Huerta Scholarship campaign, taking place December 3, 2024.

This year marks the ten-year anniversary of the Huerta Scholarship. We celebrate ten years of the scholarship’s impact and the students it has supported over the years.

The Huerta Scholarship was established in 2014 in honor of Judge Lawrence Huerta (’53). Judge Huerta, a member of the Pascua Yaqui Tribe, was the first Native American to graduate from University of Arizona Law and be licensed to practice law in Arizona.

The Huerta Scholarship provides vital support to Indigenous law students attending the University of Arizona College of Law. Indigenous students can realize their dreams of attending law school thanks to the support of Huerta Scholarship donors.

Last year with your support, we raised more than $40,000 for Indigenous law students attending University of Arizona Law. This year our goal is to raise $42,500 in support of our Indigenous law students.

Support Indigenous Students

Admissions Director Fierros Named 40 Under 40 by Tucson Hispanic Chamber of Commerce

Director of Admissions Ruben Fierros has been named part of the 2024 Class of the 40 Under 40 Awards by the Tucson Hispanic Chamber of Commerce. The 40 Under 40 Awards celebrate young leaders who are making a significant impact across various sectors, including business, education, non-profits and civic engagement. Ruben and the other recipients will be honored in a breakfast event on December 10.

“This year’s 40 Under 40 honorees represent the best of Tucson’s future. Their leadership, creativity and passion are making a difference in our community, and we are thrilled to celebrate their achievements,” said Chamber President/CEO Rob Elias in a press release announcing the awardees. “We look forward to seeing how they will continue to shape Southern Arizona.”

Learn About the Intersection of Mining and Water Use

In early November, the Global Mining Law Program, together with the University of Arizona School of Mining & Mineral Resources, hosted the annual Mining Law Summit.

The event featured legal, policy and scientific experts discussing the potential impact of mineral development on neighboring water use and the voluntary community/company agreements that are often involved.

Videos of the panel discussions are now available on the University of Arizona Law YouTube page.

IN THE NEWS

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Do You Have News?

Your success is the college’s success and we want to celebrate with you! If you have landed a new job, received an award or recognition, stepped into a leadership role or have good news in general, let us know.

Share Your News Here

LinkedIn, @Indigenous Peoples Law and Policy Program

Our i4J program, led by Professor Stacy Jane, continues to reshape the delivery of legal services – and to train a new generation of lawyers and leaders who think differently about solutions to the access-to-justice challenge.

And our College has, for a decade, asked for support for Huerta Scholars on Giving Tuesday. My wife Chris and I support this effort every year.

Warmly,