Their Sacrifice, His Advocacy: From Immigrant Roots to the Law | (Ep. 4)

In this episode, host Sabrina Ruiz-Monroy sits down with Jehicob Torres, a litigation associate at Strong & Hanni, to discuss his journey as the son of Mexican immigrants to becoming a practicing attorney in Utah. Jehicob shares how growing up bilingual, taking initiative as a first-generation college student, and founding UVU’s Pre-Law Club helped shape his path to law school.He reflects on winning a national moot court competition, clerking for Judge Alberto Rivas in New Jersey, externing for Justice Paige Petersen of the Utah Supreme Court, and navigating the realities of private practice. Jehicob also shares the meaningful experience of helping his parents become U.S. citizens.Whether you’re a pre-law student, a law student seeking community, or an aspiring attorney hoping to give back, this episode offers an honest look at persistence, mentorship, and service in the legal profession.🎙️ Created by the Utah Center for Legal Inclusion (UCLI) 📍 Brought to you by Strong & Hanni Law Firm 🔗 Learn more: utahcli.org