President and Dean Emerita Sean Scott and 14 Alumnae Named to 2025 Women of Influence in the Law List

SAN DIEGO (July 15, 2025) – California Western School of Law (CWSL) is proud to celebrate former President and Dean Sean M. Scott and 14 outstanding alumnae who were named to the San Diego Business Journal’s 2025 Women of Influence in the Law list.

President and Dean Emerita Scott, who led CWSL from 2020 to 2025, was recognized for the transformative change she brought to the school.

Joining her on this prestigious list are 14 alumnae representing a wide range of legal expertise and leadership across San Diego:

• Karie Boyd ’08 – CEO, Boyd Law, APC
• Stephanie De Jesus ’14 – Deputy Attorney General & U.S. Army Judge Advocate, California DOJ
• Lara Deitz ’19 – Attorney, Gomez Trial Attorneys
• Michaela Delacruz ’13 – Senior Counsel, Wilson Turner Kosmo
• Heather Guerena ’05 – VP & General Counsel, Elevation Entertainment Group
• Alreen Haeggquist ’02 – Managing Partner, Haeggquist & Eck, LLP
• Claudia Ignacio ’18 – Founder & CEO, CI Tax Law, INC.
• Rachel James ’05 – Partner, Higgs Fletcher & Mack
• Yosina Lissebeck ’98 – Partner, Dinsmore & Shohl LLP
• Jerrilyn Malana ’98 – Chief Deputy District Attorney for Human Resources, San Diego County DA’s Office
• Carree Nahama ’05 – CEO & Principal Attorney, Nahama Law
• Jenna Rangel ’10 – Partner, Haeggquist & Eck, LLP
• Anna Roppo ’87 – Managing Partner & President, Duckor Metzger & Wynne, APLC
• Maresa Talbert ’17 – Founder & CEO, Talbert Law Office, APC

Their accomplishments exemplify the talent, leadership, and dedication to justice that define the CWSL community. Congratulations to all the honorees!

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.