What BU Law Student Attorneys Can Accomplish
Noah Potash (’18) reflects on his experience in the school’s Immigrants’ Rights & Human Trafficking Program.
Students and alumni of BU Law’s Immigrants’ Rights & Human Trafficking Program impact the lives of immigrants, refugees, and trafficking survivors while learning important lawyering skills. In the program, students learn practical legal skills while providing pro bono representation to vulnerable populations. Law students participate in a seminar led by experienced faculty and focus on clinical fieldwork in the areas of immigrants’ rights, human trafficking, or both. In addition to pro bono legal representation, students and program faculty work to increase protections available to vulnerable populations and contribute to the national policy landscape by providing new models that address emerging challenges in the immigrants’ rights and human trafficking contexts.
Noah Potash (’18) participated in the program as a 2L, choosing to focus on the Human Trafficking Clinic. He recently reflected on his work in the clinic, and the skills he developed while helping his client achieve justice.
What did you enjoy most about the clinic?
“Learning how to interact with law enforcement and government officials.”
What was your proudest achievement during the clinic?
“When our client was compensated with back pay for the hundreds of unpaid and underpaid hours that she worked.”
How did your involvement in the clinic shape your career?
“It has given me greater confidence in working with clients and navigating the complex world of immigration law.”