LEX COMPETITION FIRST PLACE

Authors

  • Samantha Panizo George Washington University Author

Keywords:

IMMIGRATION, REFUGEE, IMMIGRATION AND NATIONALITY ACT, DUE PROCESS

Abstract

Lambda Epsilon Chi (LEX), the national paralegal honor society, sponsors an annual essay competition. The Journal of Paralegal Education and Practice highlights student excellence by publishing the first and second place winners. 

Author Biography

  • Samantha Panizo, George Washington University

    Samantha Panizo is dedicated legal professional with a strong academic foundation in criminology and criminal justice. She graduated from George Mason University in 2018 with a bachelor’s degree in criminology, Law and Society, and a minor in Forensic Psychology, and later earned a master’s degree in criminal justice, deepening her understanding of the legal system. Currently working as a paralegal in immigration law, she is continually learning and growing in the field. Coming from an immigrant family, she is deeply passionate about helping others navigate complex processes and find stability, purpose, and opportunity while building a meaningful and impactful career.

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Published

2026-05-07

Issue

Vol. 1 No. 2 (2026): Journal of Paralegal Education and Practice

Section

Articles

How to Cite

LEX COMPETITION FIRST PLACE. (2026). Journal of Paralegal Education and Practice, 1(2), 140-142. https://ojs.aafpe.org/ojs/index.php/jpep/article/view/15