Citizen Lawyers in Action” showcases the lived mission of William & Mary Law School—where service, leadership, and legal excellence intersect. These stories highlight students, alumni, and faculty who are using their legal education to advance justice, strengthen communities, and lead with integrity.
As graduation neared, Tom Naatz '25 found himself walking familiar paths with a new sense of clarity. The law school that had once been a leap into the unknown had become something much more: a community, a proving ground, and a compass pointing him toward a life of purpose.
When Kathryn Hambrick '94 walked back through the doors of William & Mary Law School, it wasn’t just a visit. It was a full-circle moment—a return to the institution that helped shape her commitment to service, integrity, and justice.
When Howard Kwon reflects on his time at William & Mary Law School, the first thing that comes to mind isn’t a courtroom victory or a line on his résumé—it’s the people.
Jayda Peets '26 didn’t come to William & Mary Law School with all the answers. But as a rising 3L, she’s gained something far more valuable: the confidence to ask bold questions, take on new challenges, and lead with purpose.
When Zulekha Tasneem reflects on her time at William & Mary Law School, the theme that rises to the surface is clarity—not just about what she’s learning, but about who she’s becoming. Driven by a deep desire to serve, Zulekha entered law school knowing she wanted to make a difference. What she didn’t yet know was how transformative the journey would be.
For Michael Dick ’06, the call to serve has taken many forms. First, it was a military commission. Then, a legal mission. And now—as Director of the Office of Military and Veteran Affairs and Director of the Puller Veterans Benefits Clinic at William & Mary Law School—it’s a commitment to mentorship, advocacy, and building a legacy of service-minded legal education.