From supporting the system to shaping it: An ASU Law grad’s journey (opens in new tab)

Before stepping into law school, August Butler was already working within the justice system, advocating for abused and neglected children through a Court-Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) organization.It was meaningful work, grounded in service and compassion. But over time, Butler, who uses they/them pronouns, felt a pull to do more — not just support the system, but step into it and stand alongside the attorneys who shape outcomes and speak directly on behalf of those who need it most.