Watford

Judge Watford, one of the legal industry's most respected and accomplished professionals, visited the Southwestern community to discuss a range of topics,.

Home to the Biederman Entertainment and Media Law Institute, Southwestern is recognized as one of the country's top ten entertainment law schools. "In addition, I was moved by Judge Watford's stories about his upbringing, journey to the bench, and time as a clerk for Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg, who has impacted the lives of millions of Americans." "I was struck by how Judge Watford explained about how honored he was to work with his law clerks, to have the ability to influence their careers, and to watch them blossom into strong legal advocates," said Southwestern Student Elena Cordonean '23. His career is a testament to the power of hard work, dedication, and a commitment to justice. The event gave law students a unique opportunity to hear directly from one of the nation's most esteemed jurists. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit, at the law school's Inaugural Distinguished Jurist-in-Residence Program in February.