Tyler Quillen honored for pro bono and mentoring work

Tyler Quillen, senior corporate counsel at Microsoft, was recognized during a ceremony for his pro bono work, mentoring of law students and leadership in efforts to expand access to the legal profession. Speakers at the event described Quillens involvement with the Intellectual Property Law Institute and the Washington Leadership Institute and noted his service as a co-chair of the IP Law Institute and as a mentor to University of Washington law students.

Presenters said Quillen has worked to diversify technology and legal spaces and to support students who are the first in their families to attend college. They noted Quillens past service as president of the Latino Bar Association of Washington and membership in the Hispanic National Bar Association. One presenter recounted that Quillen spoke at a conference plenary despite having fractured his arm en route to the session, saying he fulfilled the commitment to the organization.

Remarks at the ceremony highlighted Quillens role in starting the Washington Law Student Employment Retreat in partnership with minority bar associations and the Washington State Bar Association, listing program elements such as panels of leaders, recruiter participation, LinkedIn sessions, mock interviews and resume reviews. Speakers said Quillen commits each year to mentoring one or two students and helps connect students with career opportunities.

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