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Awards
Throughout her career, Abogada Jessica Piedra has fought fiercely for immigrant youth. After years of meetings, she convinced public universities in Missouri to admit DACA students. She then also persuaded the Missouri Department of Education to open scholarships to the immigrant students. Unfortunately, lawmakers have rolled back some of that progress. Jessica continues to work on this issue and to assist immigrant youth to achieve their college dreams.
Hispanic Chamber of Commerce Gala Speech
Ohtli Award 2014
Mexican Consultate of Kansas City
This recognition is given to persons who have dedicated the a major part of their lives and professional activities to “open pathways” in the exterior, so that the younger generation of Mexicans that follows finds a path relatively easier to tread.
http://www.ime.gob.mx/
en/agenda-de-informacion/
reconocimiento-ohtli
Up & Coming Pro Bono
Attorney of the Year
2014
Missouri Lawyers Weekly
Winners are selected based on their
demonstration of excellence and their
potential to make a difference in the
legal profession and their communities.
In addition to the general Up & amp;
Coming category, lawyers are
recognized in special categories. Jessica
was awarded the sole Pro Bono Award
– Recognizing an extraordinary pro
bono project led by an early-career
professional.
Hispanic Chamber of Commerce of KC
The Hispanic Chamber of Commerce
choses one community member each
year that exemplifies the legacy of
Carlos F. Cortes in service to the
community. It is an honor to be in
the company of servant leaders in the
Hispanic Community.
http://hccgkc.com/
