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February 3, 2014

Undocumented Attorney Sworn In to California Bar 
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An undocumented immigrant who won the right to practice law has been
sworn in to the California state bar. California’s Supreme Court ruled
Sergio Garcia can practice law last month after a four-year court
battle. Garcia was brought to the United States at the age of 17 months.
After his swearing in, Garcia said he hopes his case will open doors in
other states.

Sergio Garcia: "I'm super excited that my case inspires across the
nation. I think independently of whether you were blessed with being
born in this country or not."

Garcia still cannot be legally hired by an employer, but he says he
plans to open his own law firm.

 

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