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The William S. Richardson School of Law is proud to announce a generous gift from alumni Mahi Hiatt (Class of 1993) and Jerry Hiatt (Class of 1977) to support mediation education and training for law students.
Mahi and Jerry made this gift in appreciation for the education they received at Richardson and in recognition of the vital role mediation plays in resolving legal disputes. Both have built successful careers as litigators before becoming full-time neutrals, and they’ve seen firsthand how mediation can help even the most complex and challenging cases reach resolution.
They hope this gift will help prepare future generations of Richardson graduates with the practical skills they need to mediate disputes early and fairly, especially in family law and complex civil cases, so that individuals and communities can move forward in peace.
“We are deeply grateful to Mahi and Jerry Hiatt for their generous support and for sharing their vision with us,” said Dean Camille Nelson. “Their gift helps us continue preparing students to be skilled, compassionate problem-solvers who serve their communities with integrity.”
The funds will provide a lasting resource for mediation education at Richardson, creating opportunities for students to gain hands-on experience in alternative dispute resolution as part of their legal training.
For more information about supporting the William S. Richardson School of Law, contact our Director of Development, Inna Kraner.