Mercedes Hamilton

Mercedes grew up in Salem, Oregon. She attended Willamette University for her bachelor’s degree in politics, policy, law, and ethics with a minor in Spanish. While in college, Mercedes was active in her sorority and dedicated much of her free time to volunteering for the hotline of a local domestic violence shelter in Salem. Mercedes continued her education at Willamette University School of Law. She graduated cum laude. While in law school, Mercedes participated in numerous organizations, including the Immigration Clinic. She served as class president of the Student Bar Association and...