Servio‐Tulio Moreno
Anticipated Graduation: May 2026
Hometown: I was born in El Paso, Texas, and moved to Albuquerque, New Mexico just
before turning sixteen. Albuquerque is where I completed high school and earned my
undergraduate degree. After college, I moved to Milwaukee, Wisconsin, where I lived for
nearly six years before eventually relocating to Vancouver, Washington. Both
Albuquerque and Milwaukee represent formative chapters in my life, and I consider
them both home.
Undergraduate & Previous Work Experience: I graduated from the University of New
Mexico – School of Engineering with a BS in Mechanical Engineering. After college, I
began my career as a Field Engineer based in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, working
extensively in the manufacturing sector to implement OSHA-compliant safety programs.
This role required full-time travel and provided early exposure to complex technical and
operational environments.
Over time, I advanced within the same organization into roles including Project Team
Lead, Engineering Project Manager, Operations Manager, and Team Lead Manager for
North America within the safety services business. I am a certified Project Management
Professional (PMP)® with experience in Lean project management. My work has
included technical consulting, contract negotiation, multi-project lifecycle management,
budgeting and forecasting, business integrations, and cross-functional leadership.
Are you currently employed? If so, with whom? I am currently a full-time law school
student. I took a leave of absence during law school due to a significant life transition.
That period of time ultimately became a turning point—one that allowed me to step
back, reflect, and gain clarity about what I want my career to be.
What sparked your interest in studying intellectual property law? My decision to
pursue intellectual property law ultimately comes down to clarity of purpose. While
working as an engineer, I realized that although I valued the technical work, I felt
increasingly disconnected from the aspects of engineering that originally inspired
me—namely invention, innovation, and the process of bringing new ideas to life.
During my time away from law school, I had the opportunity to reassess my direction.
What became clear is that I want to build a career as a patent attorney—nothing else.
Intellectual property law sits at the intersection of technical problem-solving and legal
advocacy, and it allows me to stay connected to innovation while contributing to a
system that protects and incentivizes it.
That period of reflection also reshaped my perspective more broadly. It reinforced that
the work I pursue needs to align with who I am and what I value. Returning to law
school was not just about continuing what I started—it was a deliberate decision
grounded in a clearer sense of purpose. I am here because this is the path I have
chosen for myself.
What do you do for fun? I have a strong interest in music and play classical guitar,
some electric guitar, and I love riding motorbikes. I also enjoy fitness and spend a
significant amount of time training. While I have a background in weight training, I have
recently developed an interest in endurance sports, including swimming, biking, and
running. I am currently training for a half marathon and hope to complete an Ironman
triathlon before turning 40.
Why did you pick Lewis & Clark Law School? I initially applied to Lewis & Clark
because of its location. However, my experience here has exceeded expectations. The
level of support within the community—both from students and faculty—has made a
meaningful impact on my experience. It is an environment where I have been able to be
open, ask questions, and continue developing both academically and professionally.
What do you like most about Lewis & Clark? The sense of community and the
genuine support that comes with it.
What has been your favorite experience so far? The opportunity to learn. Being in an
environment where learning is the primary focus is something I no longer take for
granted. It is a privilege, and I approach it with intention.
Any advice for new students? Be intentional with how you spend your time. Law
school is demanding, and effort alone is not enough—you need to make sure your effort
is effective. Build your outlines throughout the semester so that your exam preparation
can focus on application through practice. Understanding the theory is important, but
mastery comes from practicing how to use it.