Pictured from left to right: Emilio Elias and Xaymara Diaz-Rosado, CHLI 2025 Summer Law Fellows
On Wednesday, July 30, 2025, the Congressional Hispanic Leadership Institute (CHLI) held a special reception in Washington, D.C. to celebrate its 2025 CHLI Summer Law Fellows and their completion of the program. The event was hosted by CHLI Board Member Daniel Díaz-Balart, Founding Partner of TSG Advocates.
The CHLI Summer Law Fellowship Program was launched in partnership with the University of Miami School of Law in 2020. The program has become a unique opportunity for first- and second-year law students to gain real-world legal experience in Washington, D.C. CHLI’s Summer Law Fellows are exposed to legal work and forge professional networks through CHLI’s congressional, corporate, and legal partners, setting the stage for future leaders in law and policy.
Pictured: CHLI Board Member, Daniel Díaz-Balart
The evening began with opening remarks from CHLI Director of Programs & Internships, Nicole Marín, and a warm welcome from CHLI Board Member, Daniel Díaz-Balart, who reflected on the programs evolution and the importance of nurturing Latino leadership in the legal and policy fields.
This year’s event honored two outstanding fellows: Emilio Elias, who spent the summer with CHLI Advisory Council Member Tyson Foods, and Xaymara Diaz-Rosado, who completed her fellowship with CHLI Board Member Becker & Poliakoff. Both fellows shared reflections on their summer experiences, highlighting their professional growth, the valuable mentorship they received, and their commitment to public service.
Pictured: CHLI Summer Law Fellow, Emilio Elias
“I leave D.C. with a stronger sense of purpose and possibility. It was inspiring to see our community present and thriving across each corner of D.C. Our shared language, heritage, and values unite diverse voices making waves in government and business within our nation’s Capital.” – Emilio Elias, St. Mary’s University School of Law
Pictured: CHLI Summer Law Fellow, Xaymara Diaz-Rosado
“To be part of the CHLI familia is to treasure this diversity of thought. It is to remember that we are united by a spirit that pushes us to raise our voice to empower others… I take these lessons to heart.” – Xaymara Diaz-Rosado, Interamerican University School of Law
To watch the full speeches of the 2025 Summer Law Fellows, click here.
Pictured: CHLI Alumni Association (CAA) President, Lucinda Borque
The program concluded with remarks from Lucinda Borque, President of the CHLI Alumni Association, who welcomed the fellows into CHLI’s growing alumni network and emphasized the importance of continued connection and leadership.
Thank you to our sponsors: Capital One and TSG Advocates.
To view pictures of the Summer 2025 Law Fellows Graduation reception, click here: https://flic.kr/s/aHBqjCpA5E
To learn more about the CHLI Summer Law Fellows Program, click here: https://chli.org/chli-law-fellowship/
ABOUT CHLI:
The Congressional Hispanic Leadership Institute (CHLI) is the premier organization founded by former Members of Congress to advance economic prosperity with a focus on social responsibility and global competitiveness. CHLI is dedicated to advancing the Hispanic community’s diversity of thought and fostering a broad awareness of the heritage, interests, and views of Americans of Hispanic and Portuguese descent.