Skyler Pozo, a third-year law student at the Elisabeth Haub School of Law at Pace University, has focused her legal education on trial advocacy and courtroom experience. Her interest in law began as a child watching courtroom television with her mother, which later led her to join the Mock Trial Team at the University of Scranton. There, she became team captain and was recognized as the first person in Scranton history to receive an award at the Opening Round Championships.
After graduating from Scranton, Pozo started her studies at Pace University’s law school. She described finding a welcoming environment: “Since day one, the Pace Haub Law community has been extremely supportive,” she said. “I distinctly remember the bailiff in my 1L moot oral argument round coming up to me and telling me what an asset I could be to the Trial Advocacy Program. That moment was life-changing. I not only gained a lifelong friend, but also found my place in the Trial Advocacy Program, an experience that will stay with me forever.”
Pozo’s involvement in Pace’s Trial Advocacy Program gave her practical skills and helped expand her professional network. She currently serves as Chair Executive Director of Advocacy and is also a Teacher’s Assistant for Trial Advocacy.
During her time at Pace Haub Law, Pozo participated in several experiential learning opportunities. In her first summer (1L), she interned with the Passaic County Prosecutor’s Office in New Jersey within its Fatal Investigations Unit. The following summer (2L), she worked at Harris Keenan & Goldfarb in New York City. In her third year (3L) fall semester, she completed an externship with the Family Court Legal Program, traveling to Westchester County courthouses and interning with the Pace Women’s Justice Center.
“My goal has always been to be in court, and I am eternally grateful for Pace Haub Law and the Trial Advocacy Program for helping me reach this milestone,” Pozo said.
Upon graduation, Pozo plans to return to Harris Keenan & Goldfarb as an associate pending admission to practice law.
She encourages other students interested in law to focus on their motivations: “Always remember what led you to this path in the first place,” she advised. “Law school is incredibly difficult, but remember that you are here because you deserve it. Take advantage of all the practical experiences Pace Haub Law has to offer, and of course, join the Trial Advocacy Program.”
