California Western School of Law Welcomes Hon. Devon Lomayesva ’99 for Panel
California Western School of Law’s (CWSL) Indigenous People Law Student Association, Career and Professional Development Office, Belonging and Community Committee, and Faculty Diversity Committee welcomed the Honorable Devon Lomayesva ’99, the first Native American appointed to the San Diego County Superior Court, on October 14, 2025, for a panel discussing “The Intersection Between Federal Indian Law, Tribal Law and State Law: A Spotlight on Child Welfare & the Intertribal Youth Court.”
She was joined by Dwight (Kala) Lomayesva, Executive Director of American Indian Recruitment Programs, and Angela Medrano, Esq.
3L Jasmin E. Divas Villeda, president of IPLSA, moderated this enlightening conversation.
About California Western School of Law
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.