Mary A. Fuller is the Dean of Lincoln Law School of San Jose. She brings more than 30 years of experience across engineering, law, public service, and executive leadership. Prior to joining Lincoln, Dean Fuller served as Director of the Western Regional Office of the United States Patent and Trademark Office, where she led regional outreach and education efforts throughout the western United States. She also served as Interim Deputy for the USPTO’s Office of Public Engagement, overseeing multiple regional offices and national programs.
Dean Fuller began her career as an electrical engineer at Hewlett-Packard and later practiced as a patent attorney and senior executive, advising innovators, companies, and institutions on technology and intellectual property. She has held academic and teaching roles, including at Santa Clara University School of Law, and has worked in private practice, in-house, and in mission-driven organizations.
Dean Fuller earned an associate degree in electronics, a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering from Northern Arizona University, and a Juris Doctor from University of Notre Dame Law School. Throughout her career, she has been committed to practical education and expanding opportunity for working adults. As Dean, she is focused on strengthening academic outcomes, improving student support and bar passage, and advancing Lincoln Law School’s mission of accessible, practice-focused legal education.
Carlos Singh Associate Faculty Dean
Carlos Singh is a former Assistant U.S. Attorney and Trial Attorney. He has been a Lincoln Law School of San Jose faculty member since 1996 and has advised many Lincoln Law School deans. Dean Singh has also served as an instructor at Stanford Law School and University of San Francisco Law School.
Dean Singh has served on many national and Silicon Valley non-profit boards and professional organizations. He is a past President and Board Chair of the Hispanic National Bar Association. His past board and volunteer services work includes, among others, the Santa Clara County Juvenile Justice Commission, Silicon Valley Children’s Hospital, Silicon Valley Hispanic Foundation, and Mexican Heritage Corporation. He was a member of the San Jose Downtown Rotary Club. In addition, he has served as a mentor for students for over 25 years.
Dean Singh’s leadership will ensure the strength and continuity of our curriculum taught by the talented group of Lincoln Faculty, who are the life’s blood of a Lincoln Law School education.
J. Jason Amezcua
Dean of Lincoln Law School of San Jose
Dean Amezcua came to Lincoln with over 20 years of experience in the field of Student Affairs at several colleges and universities. He has also served at other non-profit organizations as both staff and board member. His experience includes leadership development, equity, and labor investigations, as well as executive management. Dean Amezcua earned his J.D. from Saint Louis University, where he took evening courses while also working as a full-time administrator. Dean Amezcua also holds a M.S. in Higher Education/Administration from the University of Central Missouri, and a B.A. in History from New Mexico State University. Educating and improving the lives of others is a passion that Dean Amezcua has had his entire life and is a strong advocate for service, equity, and social justice.
Carlos Singh
Associate Dean of Academics and Faculty
