AAC Law Clerk – Arik Cruz Family information: Tough I was born in San Antonio,


I’ve lived in Arkansas since I was a baby. I grew up and attended school in Flippin and am the youngest of four children. We’re actually a great example of a blended family, with step-parents, step-siblings, half-siblings, and so on. It’s com- plicated to explain on paper, but it’s really just a close-knit family in practice.


My favorite meal: I love just about anything


from a Mexican restaurant; the more authentic the better. I’m also a sucker for seafood, espe- cially when it’s fresh from the Gulf.


When I’m not working I’m: Probably


running on a trail in the woods somewhere. Other- wise, I’m likely either playing/listening to music (I play the drums and am trying to learn the guitar) or binge-watching something funny on Netflix or Hulu.


Te accomplishments of which I am most proud: I’m


proud of the independent sociological research on gang activ- ity abatement that I conducted during my time at U of A,


as well as the fact that I’m about to be in my last year of law school. On a more personal note, I’m proud to have run 11 full marathons over the years without manag- ing to injure myself in any significant way.


At the top of my bucket list is to: While


cliché, I’d have to say simply embarking down a career path that is truly fulfilling and that brings happiness to me and those around me. Holding some sort of political office in or- der to improve the lives of my fellow Arkansans is a close second.


Te hardest thing I have ever done is: Defi- nitely law school, but all the unique and rewarding social/networking experiences have really made up for the hard times.


How long have you been at the AAC, and what proj-


ects are you working on? I have been at the AAC since July. The project on which I’m currently working is the development of a statutory guidebook intended to provide general information to — and address many of the ques- tions and concerns of — fire departments across the state.


Law Clerk – Adam Rose Family information: I am a proud Texan. I grew up in


the Dallas area as the youngest of three children. My two older sisters still live in Texas with my 6-year-old niece and my 2-year-old nephew. We spend a lot of time with the kids and really enjoy watching them grow up.


My favorite meal: Sadly, I love all food.


But, you cannot go wrong with a fresh, well- made taco.


When I’m not working I’m: In law school and will graduate in May, so I am obviously very busy with that. I really love to work out, rock climb and see movies. I am also on the trial team at Bowen Law School, so that also keeps me quite busy.


Te accomplishments of which I am most proud: In graduate school I got to work on a human trafficking data- base and am very proud of being able to work on that and help so many future victims. I am also proud to have my two


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bachelor’s degrees, master’s degree, and hopefully my Juris Doctorate in May.


At the top of my bucket list is to: Sky dive. Te hardest thing I have ever done is:


Stayed in school for as long as I have. I have wanted to quit several times, but have made it almost all the way through.


You might be surprised to learn that: I


recently got engaged and can’t wait to get mar- ried in October 2020. Also, I have a podcast on iTunes called, “Rose Reviews,” where I review TV and film.


How long have you been at the AAC, and what projects are you working on? I started at AAC in early August, and I have really enjoyed


my experience so far. I will be continuing to learn and work on discovery requests and interesting legal research problems. I am looking forward to my time here and can’t wait to see all the things I will learn.


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Arik Cruz


Adam Rose


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