The Journey of a Rebellious Lawyer: From Immigration Law to Fighting the Broken System
Seattle, Washington – The journey to becoming a social justice lawyer can take a much different path than the typical career trajectory often depicted on television. Monika Batra Kashyap, an immigration lawyer and visiting clinical professor at Seattle University School of Law, is an example of a “rebellious lawyer” who is dedicated to fighting for social justice. Batra Kashyap’s desire to help others was influenced by her own personal history as the child of immigrants. Her passion for immigrant justice work taps into her politics, lived experience, and ancestral ties to the country. However, she … Read more