By Sheila Pursglove
Legal News
Diana Lazar’s decision to study law was deeply influenced by her background as an immigrant from Romania who came to the United States with her family at the age of 5, and is the first in her family to attend college.
“I witnessed firsthand the challenges my family faced due to language barriers and a lack of understanding of the legal and regulatory systems in the U.S.,” she says. “These difficulties ignited a passion within me to learn how to navigate these systems not only to aid my own family but also to assist others in similar situations who are often underserved and overlooked.”
Now a rising 2L at Detroit Mercy Law, Lazar has a particular interest in business law, and employment law, an interest is strongly influenced by her previous work experience in various business fields, including HR, data analytics and compliance. She also is interested in immigration law, with a desire to give back to the immigrant community just as her family was assisted.
Lazar launched her academic trajectory by earning two bachelor of science degrees, cum laude, from Oakland University: one in Management Information Systems and a second one in Human Resources Management. She earned a Mathematics and Statistics Award of Merit, and was a member of the Alpha Lambda Delta Honor Society, and Golden Key International Honor Society.
After graduation, she worked in fields of data analytics, business intelligence, and compliance.
“This experience was incredibly rewarding as it allowed me to hone my analytical skills and gain a deep understanding of data-driven decision making,” she says. “I particularly enjoyed the challenge of extracting meaningful insights from complex data sets and translating these into actionable strategies that could drive business growth and decisions.
“My most recent role was in compliance as part of an in-house legal team at an automotive supplier where I was able to leverage my business and analytics background to navigate and understand various legal and regulatory frameworks, which not only satisfied my interest in law but also underscored the importance of ethics and responsibility in business practices.”
Lazar is thoroughly enjoying her law school experience at UDM and appreciates the opportunities for development through programs and initiatives.
After serving as 1L Class Treasurer, she will continue to serve in her 2L year.
“I enjoy the responsibility of managing finances, which is crucial for supporting the various student activities and initiatives,” she says. “It allows me to apply my background in business and analytics in a meaningful way, ensuring resources are used efficiently.”
Lazar is the recipient of both a Dean's Scholarship and a Future Spirit of Detroit Mercy Law Award, calling these “an honor and a profound motivation.”
“The Dean's Scholarship, awarded for academic excellence and potential, has been instrumental in allowing me to pursue my legal studies, enabling me to fully focus on my academic and extracurricular engagements,” she says. “The recognition reinforces my commitment to maintaining high standards in my legal education.”
Lazar is excited about her upcoming work as a first-year summer associate at Ogletree Deakins.
She also has been selected to participate in this summer’s Women's Lawyers Association of Michigan (WLAM) Leadership class.
As for the future, Lazar says her primary career goal is to work at a law firm where she can immerse herself in the field of business law, gaining the practical experience and mentorship necessary to understand the diverse legal needs of businesses.
She is deeply appreciative of all that her family has done for her. Her family's journey to the United States, arriving with very little, has been a fundamental part of her narrative and motivation.
“They made significant sacrifices, leaving behind everything familiar to start anew in a foreign land, all to give me opportunities they never had,” she says.
“Witnessing their struggles and resilience profoundly shaped my values and aspirations. It instilled in me a deep sense of responsibility to not only make the most of the opportunities provided but also to give back to them and the community.
“My goal is to honor their sacrifices by achieving success in my legal career and using my skills and resources to support and uplift them, just as they have supported me.”
Legal News
Diana Lazar’s decision to study law was deeply influenced by her background as an immigrant from Romania who came to the United States with her family at the age of 5, and is the first in her family to attend college.
“I witnessed firsthand the challenges my family faced due to language barriers and a lack of understanding of the legal and regulatory systems in the U.S.,” she says. “These difficulties ignited a passion within me to learn how to navigate these systems not only to aid my own family but also to assist others in similar situations who are often underserved and overlooked.”
Now a rising 2L at Detroit Mercy Law, Lazar has a particular interest in business law, and employment law, an interest is strongly influenced by her previous work experience in various business fields, including HR, data analytics and compliance. She also is interested in immigration law, with a desire to give back to the immigrant community just as her family was assisted.
Lazar launched her academic trajectory by earning two bachelor of science degrees, cum laude, from Oakland University: one in Management Information Systems and a second one in Human Resources Management. She earned a Mathematics and Statistics Award of Merit, and was a member of the Alpha Lambda Delta Honor Society, and Golden Key International Honor Society.
After graduation, she worked in fields of data analytics, business intelligence, and compliance.
“This experience was incredibly rewarding as it allowed me to hone my analytical skills and gain a deep understanding of data-driven decision making,” she says. “I particularly enjoyed the challenge of extracting meaningful insights from complex data sets and translating these into actionable strategies that could drive business growth and decisions.
“My most recent role was in compliance as part of an in-house legal team at an automotive supplier where I was able to leverage my business and analytics background to navigate and understand various legal and regulatory frameworks, which not only satisfied my interest in law but also underscored the importance of ethics and responsibility in business practices.”
Lazar is thoroughly enjoying her law school experience at UDM and appreciates the opportunities for development through programs and initiatives.
After serving as 1L Class Treasurer, she will continue to serve in her 2L year.
“I enjoy the responsibility of managing finances, which is crucial for supporting the various student activities and initiatives,” she says. “It allows me to apply my background in business and analytics in a meaningful way, ensuring resources are used efficiently.”
Lazar is the recipient of both a Dean's Scholarship and a Future Spirit of Detroit Mercy Law Award, calling these “an honor and a profound motivation.”
“The Dean's Scholarship, awarded for academic excellence and potential, has been instrumental in allowing me to pursue my legal studies, enabling me to fully focus on my academic and extracurricular engagements,” she says. “The recognition reinforces my commitment to maintaining high standards in my legal education.”
Lazar is excited about her upcoming work as a first-year summer associate at Ogletree Deakins.
She also has been selected to participate in this summer’s Women's Lawyers Association of Michigan (WLAM) Leadership class.
As for the future, Lazar says her primary career goal is to work at a law firm where she can immerse herself in the field of business law, gaining the practical experience and mentorship necessary to understand the diverse legal needs of businesses.
She is deeply appreciative of all that her family has done for her. Her family's journey to the United States, arriving with very little, has been a fundamental part of her narrative and motivation.
“They made significant sacrifices, leaving behind everything familiar to start anew in a foreign land, all to give me opportunities they never had,” she says.
“Witnessing their struggles and resilience profoundly shaped my values and aspirations. It instilled in me a deep sense of responsibility to not only make the most of the opportunities provided but also to give back to them and the community.
“My goal is to honor their sacrifices by achieving success in my legal career and using my skills and resources to support and uplift them, just as they have supported me.”
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