<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><item href="/about/newsroom/ubalt-law-alumni-spotlight-q-and-a-with-paul-rodriguez-j-d-17.cfm" dsn="blogs"><featured/><pubDate>02/09/2026</pubDate><title>Alumni Spotlight: Q and A with Paul Rodriguez, J.D. ’17.</title><description>UBalt Law alumni put their education to work in meaningful ways. Class of 2017 graduate, Paul Rodriguez, exemplifies how hands-on learning translates into practice-ready advocacy. An Assistant Solicitor with the City of Baltimore Department of Law, Paul works in the Litigation and Land Use practice group, supporting community development efforts on behalf of Baltimore City.</description><author/><image><img src="https://www.ubalt.edu/about/newsroom/assets/images/ubalt-law-community-conversation-jan-26.jpeg" alt="Paul Rodriguez and Stephen Cirino stand together in a bright, modern atrium at the University of Baltimore School of Law. Both are smiling and dressed in professional attire, reflecting a welcoming and collegial environment. The contemporary space, with open balconies and suspended light installations, highlights the school’s vibrant academic community and spirit of connection."/></image><image-cap/><quote/><quote-name/><quote-info/><tags><tag>Alumni</tag><tag>Law</tag><tag>School of Law</tag></tags></item>