Simpson Thacher Virtually Hosts Students From Legal Outreach’s Roadmap to Inspiration, Sisterhood and Empowerment (RISE) Program
07.28.20
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On July 24th, the New York office virtually hosted 14 rising ninth graders from Legal Outreach’s RISE program as part of the Firm’s Urban Education Initiative, which is in its 11th year. The students learned about different jobs within a law firm and participated in a moot court activity led by Sophie Gandler and facilitated by Counsel John Bennett, Corporate Associate Minzala Mvula, and Chris Zheng. Sixteen Simpson Thacher staff members and attorneys participated in this program, which was organized by Program Manager Kristin Glaudel. Corporate Partner Crystal Frierson gave welcoming remarks to the students.