JDs Advancing Justice

JDs Advancing Justice

This site was created to share the stories of the Nebraska Law students, alumni, and faculty who are dedicated to serving unmet legal needs in communities across the country and, as the name implies, advancing justice, which, as you might expect, can take on many different forms. We hope to educate you by examining the resources that exist to support this type of work, but more importantly, to inspire you by showcasing the incredible achievements and far-reaching impact of those in the Nebraska Law community.

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Welcome to JDs Advancing Justice

JDs Advancing Justice was created to share the stories of the Nebraska Law students, alumni, and faculty who are dedicated to serving unmet legal needs in communities across the country and, as the name implies, advancing justice, which, as you might expect, can take on many different forms. We hope to educate you by examining the resources that exist to support this type of work, but more importantly, to inspire you by showcasing the incredible achievements and far-reaching impact of those in the Nebraska Law community.

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NPILF Spotlight: Kalie Saunders, Catholic Social Services of Southern Nebraska, Immigration Legal Services

The Nebraska Public Interest Law Summer Fellowship program (NPILF) provides stipends to University of Nebraska College of Law students who secure unpaid public interest positions for the summer. 3L Kalie Saunders, a 2024 NPILF recipient, worked with the Immigration Legal Services Team at Catholic Social Services of Southern Nebraska in Lincoln.

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NPILF Spotlight: Alison Uecker, Nebraska Appleseed

The Nebraska Public Interest Law Summer Fellowship program (NPILF) provides stipends to University of Nebraska College of Law students who secure unpaid public interest positions for the summer. 3L Alison Uecker, a 2024 NPILF recipient, worked with Nebraska Appleseed in Lincoln, NE.

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Pro Bono Service with the Montana 13th Judicial District Yellowstone County Indian Child Welfare Act Court

John Knisely received his J.D. in May 2022 and works as an attorney in private practice in Montana. During his 3L winter break, John volunteered with Montana's 13th Judicial District Yellowstone County Indian Child Welfare Act Court. He shared more about the experience with "hope that another law student would be inspired to explore similar work or service opportunities."

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