The Berkeley Law DC alumni chapter invites you to join Vermont Senator Peter Welch '73 in a fireside chat about his career journey and his experiences on the Senate Judiciary Committee and with the Supreme Court.
Senator Peter Welch has spent his life working to improve the lives of those who too often get left behind. Born in Springfield, Massachusetts, Peter recognized at a young age how his father treated those incarcerated in the nearby jail the same way he treated the priests and nuns. Before finishing his degree at the College of the Holy Cross in Worcester, MA., Peter hitchhiked to Chicago in 1969 to organize against housing discrimination. After returning to school and completing his degree, he attended and received his law degree from Berkeley Law in 1973. After law school, Peter settled in White River Junction, Vermont, becoming one of the county’s first public defenders for low-income residents. He then founded a small law practice, winning high-profile cases to restore retirement benefits for workers, protect property rights for the elderly, and more.
Many thanks to Kaki Vessels '21 and King & Spalding for generously hosting this special night with the Senator. With gratitude to Eleanor LeCain '83 for moderating this conversation. Appetizers and beverages will be provided.
Date: Wednesday, June 5, 2024
Time: 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
(Reception begins at 6:00; main program begins at 7:00)
Location: King & Spalding, 1700 Pennsylvania Avenue NW # 900, Washington, DC 20006
Parking: There are several parking options in the area including 1700 Pennsylvania Ave. You are encouraged to use rideshare.
If you have any questions, please contact David Smith in the Berkeley Law Alumni office at davidsmith@law.berkeley.edu.
