Image
Alumni
Kyle Davis-Edwards '25: Humble Beginnings to Milestone Moments
The youngest of seven, Kyle Davis-Edwards 鶹ý25 grew up in a loving, humble household where his parents held him to high expectations. 鶹ýMy parents enrolled me in a private high school with the expectation that I excel in the school鶹ýs top tier sports and academic programs,鶹ý shared Kyle. 鶹ýWhile my parents were strict, it was their guidance that cultivated me into the disciplined and driven person I am today.鶹ý
A first-generation law student, Kyle describes himself as someone who always wanted to be a catalyst for change 鶹ý a fixer. 鶹ýGrowing up, I saw many problems within my community. I wanted to right all the wrongs that I saw in the world. I learned quickly that one way to do that was to study law and become a lawyer. I didn鶹ýt know any lawyers in my community, so I decided to be the first.鶹ý
For Kyle, pursuing his legal studies at the Elisabeth Haub School of Law at 鶹ý was a natural fit. 鶹ýI loved my law school experience. There are so many people from so many places, and we acknowledge that we are all collectively in the same 鶹ýfight.鶹ý The Law School campus community has always been a safe space where people and their views feel safe, respected, and heard. Pace Haub Law has what every student should want in their academic experience.鶹ý
The Law School campus community has always been a safe space where people and their views feel safe, respected, and heard. Pace Haub Law has what every student should want in their academic experience.
The classroom experience for Kyle is one that stood out to him, in particular his classes with Professor Smita Narula. 鶹ýFrom day one, Professor Narula made sure that all students felt safe in her classroom. She fostered a classroom that empowered us to open our minds and explore more. She also always made herself available to students for any academic help in understanding complex legal issues.鶹ý
During his time in law school, Kyle pursued a variety of hands-on legal experiences as well. He interned with Roc Nation, with the Brooklyn County District Attorney鶹ýs Office, as a Criminal Justice Clinic Student Attorney, and at a private firm. 鶹ýI gained so much from each of my internship experiences,鶹ý said Kyle. 鶹ýI would like to pursue a career in entertainment law and intellectual property law and these experiences have helped to solidify that for me.鶹ý
While balancing his studies, Kyle was also an active member of several student organizations and also participated in the Black Entertainment Sports Lawyers Association (BESLA). 鶹ýI had the opportunity through BESLA to participate in their 44th Annual Conference held in Mexico. It was a very humbling and inspiring experience.鶹ý Throughout the conference, Kyle spoke on several topics, including how to leverage internships experiences for in-house roles, the modernization of streaming royalties and artist advances, as well as how to prioritize health and wellness, specifically while in law school. At the conference, Kyle was awarded the BMW Ultimate Achiever Award, for his scholastic and extracurricular achievements. 鶹ýI made so many connections at the BESLA Conference and spoke at length about my positive experiences at Pace Haub Law.鶹ý
His advice for future and current law students is to network, get involved early, and don鶹ýt give up. 鶹ýFrom humble beginnings to the milestone moments I鶹ýve achieved, my story is a testament to resilience, determination, and the power of a strong support system.鶹ý Kyle also stressed the importance of finding time to unwind. 鶹ýIf I wasn鶹ýt studying in the library, you could undoubtedly find me at the gym or a restaurant in Manhattan eating with friends and family. I like concerts and sports games. Law school is tough, but a Knicks game was certainly the inspiring reset needed to push through.鶹ý
Kyle is excited to begin his legal career with the Suffolk County District Attorney鶹ýs Office. 鶹ýI look forward to sharpening my litigation skills and becoming the advocate that people need. I want to contribute to the legal field in a meaningful and purposeful way, using my voice where it matters most and in pursuit of true, fair, and equitable justice.鶹ý
More From Pace
Alumni
After the passing of two long-term and dedicated Alumni Board Members, the Honorable Sandra A. Forster 鶹ý79 and Adele Lerman Janow 鶹ý90, the Alumni Board decided to establish an Immediate Impact Scholarship to commemorate the lives of these esteemed alumnae, The Adele Janow and Judge Sandra Forster Memorial Scholarship.
Alumni
From a cattle farm in Illinois to a law office in Manhattan, Cari Rincker 鶹ý07 has built a career at the intersection of agriculture, law, and advocacy. Founder of Rincker Law PLLC, a firm focused on food, agriculture, and family law, Cari has forged her own path as a lawyer, educator, author, and podcast host鶹ýall while staying rooted in her rural beginnings and passionate about helping others navigate complex legal landscapes.
Alumni
Throughout his legal journey, Paul Humphreys 鶹ý09, has consistently exemplified the values of leadership, service, and mentorship. Currently a partner and office managing partner in the New York office of Freshfields US LLP, Paul has built a remarkable career focused on US and cross-border public and private M&A. Today, Paul attributes much of his professional success to the education he received at the Elisabeth Haub School of Law at 鶹ý and in turn, takes every opportunity he can to support his alma mater.