September.21.2022
"This is a global humanitarian crisis— and our team felt compelled to take action," said Siobhan Handley, Orrick’s chief talent officer. "Of course, we have team members and clients with ties to Ukraine, although it goes beyond that. Witnessing the bravery and perseverance of the Ukrainian people only strengthened our commitment. Can you imagine being a Ukrainian law student today? Their education will enable them to play a leading role their nation's recovery – and it's an honor to be able to support that and to do it with Miami Law."
Miami Law will welcome a second student under the scholarship program in spring 2023.