Seyar Gardezi
3L; Admissions Ambassador
Hometown:
Irvine, CA
Professional Interests:
Bankruptcy Law; Consumer Law; Public Finance
Student Organizations:
UC Irvine Law Review (Executive Editor, Volume 17; Staff Editor, Volume 16); Consumer Law Organization (Co-President, 2024–2026); First Generation Professionals; Middle Eastern and South Asian Law Student Association
Clinic:
Consumer Law; Immigrant & Racial Justice Solidarity
Housing:
On Campus
Pro Bono:
Bankruptcy Clinic; Consumer Warranty Workshop; Mississippi Center for Justice Alternative Break Trip; Workers’ Rights Clinic - Orange County; Saturday Academy of Law; OCCORD Citizenship Fair
Meet Seyar:
Hello! I’m so thrilled to be an Admissions Ambassador because it was my experience with current students and now alumni that solidified my decision to attend UC Irvine Law—and I’d love to pay that forward!
I was born to Afghan immigrant parents and never had lawyers in the family, but I witnessed my family face intimidating systems alone, like immigration proceedings and debt collection suits. Before making the leap to law school, I worked for a refugee resettlement agency and provided immigration legal services to members of the community who shared similar stories to my family.
At UC Irvine Law, I’ve developed a strong interest in economic justice. I’m especially interested in unfair, deceptive, and abusive business practices and how consumers and entities navigate debt and financial distress. Thanks to UC Irvine Law’s supportive faculty and staff, as well as meaningful pro bono opportunities, I’ve really been able to carve out this niche in consumer and bankruptcy law.
Outside of the classroom, I love learning languages, watching video essays, and scouring Orange County for the best sweet treats it has to offer. My favorite pastries are from Chaupain in Newport Beach and Little France in Mission Viejo.
There are so many individualized factors that go into the decision to attend law school, so please reach out if you have any questions!