DA inspires future lawyers in Hampden County program

SPRINGFIELD, Mass. (WWLP) – Dozens of students hoping to become lawyers received first-hand advice in Hampden County Thursday.

The Hampton County District Attorney got to speak with students interested in pursuing a career in law on Thursday. Some in high school, others in college, all taking part in the kickoff.

This marks the third year of the Future Lawyers of Springfield program. Hampden County District Attorney Anthony Gulluni and the Western New England School of Law have partnered with hopes of continuing to inspire the youth.

“We really focus on people from non-traditional backgrounds persons of color and so forth an opportunity to have support and mentorship toward the difficult goal of becoming a lawyer,” says Gulluni.

According to the American Bar Association, in 2013, lawyers of color were 11% of the profession. Nearly a decade later, lawyers of color make up just over 20%.

The District Attorney’s office hopes this program will help pave the path for all interested in pursuing law.

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