California Western School of Law Alumni Achievements
California Western School of Law is proud to announce the following accomplishments by our alumni.
Cristian Arrieta ’05 has been named to the 2025 Who’s Who in Professional Services by the Pacific Coast Business Times.
Nare Avagyan ’13 was named to the Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch 2026.
Jennifer Barrera ’02 was inducted into the California State University, Bakersfield Alumni Association Hall of Fame.
Joshua Braddock ’09 received an Outstanding Trial Lawyer Award from the Consumer Attorneys
of San Diego at A Celebration With the Trial Stars.
Justin Carter ’24 has joined Higgs Fletcher & Mack’s employment litigation practice.
Geoff Dulebohn ’06 was named to Marquis Who’s Who for Excellence in Legal Services and Client Advocacy.
Karen Frostrom ’99 received an Outstanding Trial Lawyer Award from the Consumer Attorneys
of San Diego at A Celebration With the Trial Stars.
Michael Hernandez ’13 received an Outstanding Trial Lawyer Award from the Consumer
Attorneys of San Diego at A Celebration With the Trial Stars.
Pui Hong ’05 has been appointed president of the Canadian Transport Lawyers Association.
If you have an update to share, we would love to hear from you! Email JavaScript Required.
For 100 years, California Western School of Law (CWSL) has trained practice-ready lawyers and thoughtful advocates for justice. As the first and longest-running law school in San Diego, CWSL remains committed to providing students with the fundamental knowledge, skills, and real-world experience to thrive in a rapidly evolving legal landscape. CWSL enrolls a student body representative of our diverse society, amplifying access to opportunities for social and economic mobility. Tailored programming allows students to focus on specific areas of interest, and distinguished faculty are dedicated to student growth and scholarship on critical social issues. The law school emphasizes practical, hands-on training through clinics, internships, externships, and pro bono service. CWSL is committed to excellence in education, nurturing compassionate legal professionals who use the law effectively and creatively to solve complex human and societal problems. For more information, visit www.CWSL.edu.