On Monday, October 20, 2025, Catholic Law's Office of Career and Professional Development and the Latin American Law Students Association (LALSA) hosted "Success in the Law: Latino Voices & Experiences," a panel discussion featuring five Latino legal professionals who graduated from law school within the past five years. These accomplished panelists shared their career journeys and practical advice with aspiring lawyers, offering diverse perspectives from their respective legal fields.

The speakers included Svetlanna Espinosa-Valdes, Associate at Eversheds Sutherland; Aimee Solano, Associate with Blankingship & Keith, P.C.; Nicolas Valderrama, Associate at Simpson Thacher LLP; Julie Orlando, Attorney at Offit Kurman; and Bev Diaz-Kenyon, Staff Attorney with the D.C. Pro Bono Center. During the discussion, panelists shared insights into their diverse career paths, reflected on lessons they wish they had known as first-year law students, and addressed a wide range of topics relevant to aspiring legal professionals. Highlighting a key ingredient to professional achievement, all five panelists emphasized the critical importance of networking and building strong relationships within the legal community, as well as noting the importance of helping the next group of law graduates succeed. Following the panel discussion, attendees had the opportunity to continue conversations and connect with panelists during a networking reception held in the Law School's atrium.