Alexandra CookCook earned a BA from Santa Clara University, a JD from the University of Denver Sturm College of Law, and an LLM in International Law from Stetson University College of Law. Her law practice, which spans more than fifteen years, includes public interest, government, and private practice. As a solo practitioner for the past eight years, Cook has focused on Immigration, Estate Planning, and Business Law.
As the Director of Equity, Inclusion, and Academic Resources, Cook will oversee the law school’s diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives and provide academic support and guidance to students. “I am excited to join Lewis & Clark Law School and continue the important work of the Director of Equity, Inclusion, and Academic Resources,” Cook said. “I hope my professional and personal experiences will provide a unique perspective to the ongoing efforts of building an accessible, welcoming, and inclusive community.”
“I want to thank the hiring committee,” Associate Dean of Student Affairs Libby Davis said. “The committee selected Alexandra from a strong candidate pool and we are all thrilled Alexandra will be joining our community soon!”
The hiring committee included:
Meg Garvin, executive director of the National Crime Victim Law Institute and chair of the law school’s Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committee
Libby Davis, associate dean of student affairs
Alyssa Salstrom, associate director of law student affairs
Celeste Williams, 3L, student member of the law school’s Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committee, and SBA VP of Equity and Inclusion
Lili Casillas Gomez, 2L, student member of the law school’s Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committee
The new collaboration will build a hub for education and economic opportunity within Portland’s redeveloped Lower Albina district to foster learning as a core value of the community and provide opportunities for Albina residents and Lewis & Clark students, staff, and faculty.