Noelle Groves
Being a law clerk for Virginia Supreme Court Chief Justice Leroy Rountree Hassell Sr. means she gets an inside look into the operations of the judicial branch of the state government.
In addition to working through case law and statutes and coming up with answers to tough questions, she assists the Chief Justice in drafting legal opinions, conducting research, speechwriting and program administration. “Working for the last two years as a law clerk has been a challenging but rewarding experience,” she said. “In the end the small role I play is exciting and worth the strenuous work. And because of my education at Regent, I feel that I’m prepared for my legal career and that I’ve received a well-rounded education at both an academic and personal level.”
After applying to Regent, Groves (‘06) received an engaging phone call from a current law professor. Such personal attention coupled with positive experiences sitting in on classes and meeting current students solidified her decision to attend. “If a person wants a solid legal education and plenty of interaction with professors who truly care about their present and future well-being, and if they want the opportunity to see how Christian principles can interface with the legal system, one’s career and daily life, Regent is the place to be,” she said.
When she’s not busily engaged inside the halls of the Virginia State Supreme Court, Groves manages to find time to run marathons, travel and attend as many art and music festivals in Virginia as she possibly can.
