Taylor Porter welcomes our 2018 Fall Law Clerks - Diana Marcantel, 2L, Southern University Law Center, and Stephen Vick, 2L, LSU Paul M. Hebert Law Center. Under the guidance of practicing Taylor Porter attorneys and mentors, our law clerks will work this semester to gain hands-on experience and interaction that reflect real life as a lawyer. The work ranges from case research to legal writing to shadowing attorneys at depositions, hearings, and oral arguments, and speaking with both Taylor Porter partners and associates one-on-one and learning about their personal experiences.

Marcantel, a Baton Rouge native, graduated from Southeastern Louisiana University with a degree in political science in 2014. At SLU, she was a member of the Dean's List, and a member of the university's track and field team. After graduation, she served as a flight attendant for American Airlines for two years. She is currently a 2L at SULC, a member of Phi Alpha Delta Law Fraternity, and she has an interest in torts and legal writing. She formerly clerked at the Public Defender's office. Marcantel is a St. Joseph's Academy high school graduate. Marcantel will be mentored by Taylor Porter attorney Clare Sanchez.

​Vick, a Baton Rouge native, graduated from Louisiana State University with degrees in history and political science in 2017. At LSU, he was on the honor roll and the Dean's List. He is currently a 2L at LSU Law Center, where he is a junior associate on the LSU Journal of Energy Law & Resources, Vol. 7. He has interests in energy and maritime law. This past summer, Vick studied abroad in Leon, France. Vick is a UHigh graduate. Vick will be mentored by Taylor Porter attorney John Milazzo.