Dominique Rodriguez Named Dickie McCamey Diversity Scholarship Recipient
2023 Diversity Scholarship Recipient Dominique Rodriguez
University of Pittsburgh School of Law student Dominique Rodriguez has been awarded the third Dickie McCamey Diversity Scholarship, the law firm announced today.
“I am beyond grateful and excited to be a diversity scholarship recipient and for the opportunity to work at Dickie McCamey this summer,” said Ms. Rodriguez. “This scholarship is a reminder of the ways that I can help represent my communities in the legal profession.”
Ms. Rodriguez grew up in Albuquerque, New Mexico. She studied at the University of New Mexico and earned two degrees, a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology and Bachelor of Arts in Women’s Studies. She is a 2025 Juris Doctor candidate at Pitt. In addition to the Dickie McCamey Diversity Scholarship, Ms. Rodriguez is Pitt Law’s inaugural recipient of the Susan Yohe Pittsburgh Legal Diversity & Inclusion Coalition (PLDIC) Scholarship.
“We salute Dominique’s outstanding commitment to promoting equality and fostering inclusivity. Her unique perspective and experiences will undoubtedly enrich the academic community, allowing for a more vibrant and inclusive learning environment,” said Christopher T. Lee, Managing Attorney of the Pittsburgh office of Dickie McCamey. “We are confident that this opportunity not only acknowledges her exceptional character and determination but also provides a platform for her to continue making a positive impact.”
The annual scholarship and clerkship are awarded to a student from the University of Pittsburgh School of Law. Dickie McCamey has pledged $50,000 to the University for five years to fund the scholarship.
“Pitt Law is grateful for our continuing collaboration with Dickie, McCamey & Chilcote, as it exemplifies our shared dedication to fostering diversity, inclusion, and equity within the legal profession,” said University of Pittsburgh School of Law Interim Dean Haider Ala Hamoudi. “This scholarship offers our students an extraordinary opportunity to cultivate their skills as legal professionals. We appreciate the efforts of Dickie McCamey in making this experience truly exceptional.”
Dickie McCamey, a national, full-service law firm, currently employs 35 attorneys who have earned their Juris Doctor degrees from the University of Pittsburgh.
About Dickie, McCamey & Chilcote, P.C.
Dickie, McCamey & Chilcote, P.C. is a nationally-recognized law firm providing comprehensive legal expertise in a multitude of practice areas. Headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, and founded more than 100 years ago, the firm serves industry-leading clients across the country from offices throughout the mid-Atlantic region in Pennsylvania, Delaware, Michigan, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, South Carolina, West Virginia, and the Southwestern region of California. For more information: 800-243-5412 or www.dmclaw.com.