2023-2024 MCC Legal Studies Advisory Committee
MCC Legal Studies Advisory Committee members offer industry-based expertise that informs the currency and relevancy of curricula and programs. Members also support students through networking, internships, and scholarship opportunities. MCC is grateful for the professionalism and commitment of these important stakeholders as we work to serve our students, community and stakeholders.
Donna Birkby
Lawyer Referral Service, Omaha Bar Association
Carol Cleaver
Adjunct Instructor; Regulatory Compliance Manager, National Indemnity Company
Jessica Gillispie
President, MCC Student Paralegal Association
Magee Kopecky
Paralegal, Koley Jessen
John Kwapnioski
Associate General Counsel, Farm Credit Services of America
Kristine Krupa
Paralegal, Baird Holmes
Susan Lewis
Senior Associate General Counsel, Mutual of Omaha
Jimmie Pinkham III
Adjunct Instructor; Deputy County Attorney, Douglas County Attorney’s Office
Amber Roberts
Paralegal, Kiewit Corporation
Jean Roeder
Retired federal judicial assistant
Amy Schmitt
Manager of Legal Operations, Mutual of Omaha
Working Groups
Changes/Trends
To inform the program about changes and trends in the field, including the importance and impact of diversity and inclusion.
Job Market & Career Opportunities
To assist the program in assessing the job market, and to assist the program in exploring and developing career opportunities for paralegals, including efforts to expand diversity and inclusion in the field.
Library
To evaluate the adequacy of library resources in accordance with G-303.
Assessment
To assess the effectiveness of the total program in terms of its curriculum and objectives, the needs of the legal community, and graduate performance, including efforts to promote diversity and inclusion.
Admissions
To advise regarding admissions standards for the selection of qualified students for the program, including expansion of student numbers from diverse backgrounds.
Recruitment
To assist in securing competent instructors, including those from diverse backgrounds.
Public Relations
To publicize the program and secure community cooperation and interest, including with diverse communities.
