Who Works in the Career Services Office and What Do They Do?
Everyone in the Career Services Office is dedicated to giving full effort to assist you on your way to a highly rewarding and satisfying career in the law. Get to know us. The more we know of you, the better we will be able to help you. With over fifty years of law practice experience on our staff, we have deep knowledge of how to develop a successful career in the law.

Courtney Miklusak, Esq. • Assistant Dean Courtney is responsible for all Career Services operations and actively promotes California Western to the legal community to maximize opportunities available to you. Her job is to make sure you have the skills and information necessary to access the opportunities you desire. After graduating from California Western School of Law, Courtney practiced both civil litigation and transactional law in San Diego. She worked in small and medium size private law firms for seven years prior to joining the Career Services Office. Courtney works to develop and strengthen relationships between the Career Services Office and legal employers and to create job opportunities for law students and graduates. As well, she counsels law students, tapping into her strong knowledge of the legal market in San Diego and beyond.

Matthew Lab, Esq. • Assistant Director Matthew counsels first, second and third year students as well as recent graduates. Matthew works closely with the Director and Assistant Director in implementing the many career development programs offered to students and graduates. Matthew has nine years of private law firm and in-house counsel experience in the areas of business, real estate litigation and transactions. He has served as retained General Counsel for local real estate companies and more recently, he served as in-house counsel for a national real estate investment firm where he also coordinated the law clerk program. In addition to his full time duties with the Career Services Office, he is an adjunct instructor of real estate law with the San Diego Community College District.

Jocelyn Salvatori, Esq. • Assistant Director Jocelyn counsels first, second and third year students, and conducts training seminars in professional development to ensure that students are knowledgeable about and prepared for the legal market. She also works with students who are interested in pursuing judicial externships and clerkships. Jocelyn has more than seven years of private law firm experience, including representing small and large corporations in business litigation, labor and employment litigation and product defect litigation. She understands what it takes to be successful in the law practice, and is able to greatly enhance students’ marketability.

Jill Blatchley, Esq. • Career Advisor, Pro Bono & Public Service Program Coordinator Jill regularly counsels students and also coordinates and develops our Pro Bono Program and Public Service Program, through which many students gain their first law clerking experiences while simultaneously making important contributions to our community. Jill has broad legal experience in private law firms, in government agencies and in the courts. As well, she holds a professional certificate in career counseling. Having practiced law in San Diego for more than ten years, and with a strong understanding of the career development process, Jill is a tremendous resource for all students.

Robin Lake, Esq. • Career Advisor Robin counsels students of all levels and assists the Career Services Office with its many programs designed to support students with their career development. Robin is responsible for our Mentor Program which matches second and third year students with practicing lawyers having similar interests. Robin has over twenty years of transactional law experience in San Diego. She practiced for eight years with a large national firm and has also worked with private medium-sized and small law firms. Robin’s broad background provides her with insight into the legal market and how to thrive in a law practice.

Asha Wilbun, Esq. • Graduate Career Advisor Asha works specifically with third year students and recent graduates to help them target employers and secure post-graduate positions. After graduating from California Western School of Law, Asha practiced Dependency Law in Los Angeles before starting her career as a criminal prosecutor at the San Diego City Attorney's Offices. During her four year career at the City Attorney's Office, Asha developed strong ties in the legal community. Asha aids students in developing their own networking skills and give them tools and strategies needed to make informed active decisions about employment. She has the experience and knowledge to help students define their career goals and equip them with the skills and information necessary for a successful employment search.

Noelle Dorman • Manager of Career Services Projects & Support Noelle is the Career Services Manager and point person for disseminating information about job opportunities to you. She graduated from Cal State Fullerton with her B.A. in Political Science, and she received an M.S. in Child Development from San Diego State. She has worked for elected officials in both the California State Legislature and US Congress on a variety of public policy issues. In addition, she has a well established background in community relations, research, and education. Noelle handles all logistics associated with employer relations, on-campus interviews and regional and national job fairs. She manages our Online Job Database and keeps you apprised of job opportunities as they arise, as well as managing our Career Services operations.

Wanda Harvey-Amoke • Administrative Assistant & Karla Barnfield • Evening Administrative Assistant Wanda and Karla are your front line contacts in the office. Wanda obtained her B.S. in Business Administration with an emphasis in Service Sector Management from California State University San Marcos and is here to assist you during the day time hours. Karla brings over five years of experience in the hospitality industry and is here to assist you during the evening hours on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday. Both Wanda and Karla will direct you to appropriate resources so your questions are answered quickly and efficiently. They also help make our office your office, so you are able to research and communicate with employers effectively and professionally.

Lou Helmuth, Esq. • Former Assistant Dean of Career Services After being the Assistant Dean of Career Services for 12 years, Lou Helmuth has recently stepped down. Lou has a background in federal litigation, non-profit and in-house corporate counsel work. He actively promotes California Western to the legal community to maximize the opportunities available to you. His years of experience in law practice and as a hiring partner give Lou valuable knowledge which will benefit you in the pursuit of your professional aspirations.