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Local Law Firm Donates $5 Million to Launch UTEP Law School Initiative

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Tawney, Acosta & Chaparro, P.C. has made a significant contribution of $5 million to support the establishment of a law school at the University of Texas at El Paso (UTEP). This donation brings the total funding to $10 million, following a similar commitment from the Paul L. Foster Family Foundation. UTEP plans to seek approval from the University of Texas System Board of Regents and the Texas Legislature, with hopes of submitting a formal request for the law school during the 2027 legislative session. The initiative aims to reduce barriers for first-generation and Hispanic students pursuing legal education in the region.

Key Details: • Total funding for UTEP law school now stands at $10 million. • Formal request for law school expected to be submitted in 2027. • Focus on supporting first-generation and Hispanic students in legal education.

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El PasoUTEPHeather WilsonJames TawneyAlejandro AcostaDaisy Chaparro CavazosTawney, Acosta & Chaparro, P.C.Paul L. Foster Family FoundationUniversity of Texas System Board of Regents

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