Inside the 3L Litigation Immersion – The Trial
Hannah Shtein '15L concludes her blog series about her experience in W&L's fall litigation skills immersion, discussing final trial prep and the trial.
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Inside the 3L Litigation Immersion – Motions and Trial Prep
Hannah Shtein '15L continues her blog series about her experience in W&L's fall litigation skills immersion, discussing drafting and arguing motions.
W&L Law's Josh Fairfield on Virtual Currency and the Digital Wallet Revolution
Washington and Lee law professor Joshua Fairfield addresses the implications of Apple Pay and digital wallet payment systems in a commentary in the New York Times.
Inside the 3L Litigation Immersion – Complaints and Negotiations
Hannah Shtein '15L continues her blog series about her experience in W&L's fall litigation skills immersion, discussing complaints and negotiations.
W&L Law’s Digital Repository Tops One Million Downloads
Scholarly Commons, the online institutional repository at Washington and Lee University School of Law, hit one million downloads this month. W&L's archive is one of only 14 Digital Commons law repositories to break the million-download threshold.
Inside the 3L Litigation Immersion – Day 2
Hannah Shtein '15L continues her blog series about her experience in W&L's fall litigation skills immersion, discussing client counseling and pretrial strategy.
What's Up in Lexington/Rockbridge this Week – 9/8
Whitewater rafting at Lower Gauley, sponsored by the Student Bar Association. Just one of many activities going on this week.
John McCardell ’71 to Deliver 2014 Hendricks Law and History Lecture
On September 18, John McCardell '71, vice chancellor of the University of the South, will deliver a lecture titled "The Civil War and the Constitutions(s)" for 2014 Hendricks Lecture in Law and History.
Inside the 3L Litigation Immersion – Day 1
Hannah Shtein is a 3L from Milwaulkee, Wisconsin. She's blogging about her experience in W&L's fall litigation skills immersion, one of the key components of the School's innovative third-year curriculum.
A Q&A With SBA President Ryan Redd
Student Bar Association President Ryan Redd '15L talks about the importance of student government at W&L Law and shares some of the plans of this year's SBA.
What's Up in Lexington/Rockbridge this Week
Music, art, food and a 5K of course, all coming up this week in Lexington and Rockbridge County.
W&L Law Welcomes New Visiting Faculty Members Malveaux, Engle
Prof. Suzette Malveaux is an expert in Civil Procedure, Complex Litigation, Civil Rights Law and Fair Employment Law. Matthew Engle is a capital defense specialist and will serve as interim director of the VC3.
W&L Law’s David Baluarte Named to Board of Directors for ACLU of Virginia
Prof. David Baluarte, director of the Immigrant Rights Clinic at Washington and Lee University School of Law, will serve as a member of the ACLU's Legal Panel, advising staff and other board members on legal advocacy opportunities.
Justice Donald Lemons, Professor of Judicial Studies at W&L Law, Elected Chief Justice of Virginia Supreme Court
The Justices of the Supreme Court of Virginia have elected Justice Donald W. Lemons as Chief Justice. Since 2008, Justice Lemons has served as Distinguished Professor of Judicial Studies at Washington and Lee University School of Law.
W&L Law's Chris Seaman On Redskins Trademark Decision
Washington and Lee law professor Chris Seaman talks to Virginia Business about the recent decision canceling six of the federal trademark registrations held by the Washington Redskins.
From the Magazine: Cybersecurity, Privacy and the Law
Big Data, big questions. Faculty and alumni weigh in on cybersecurity and privacy in the feature story from the summer issue of the W&L Law Alumni magazine.
Big Moves for Two W&L Law Alumnae
Two Washington and Lee University School of Law graduates were featured in the national legal press for major career moves.
W&L International Law Expert Examines Russia’s Responsibility for Downed Malaysia Flight (Video)
Washington and Lee law professor and international law expert Mark Drumbl says tragic downing of Malaysia Flight 17 raises some serious questions for international law, such as whether Russia can be held responsible for the activities of the pro-Russian militia in Ukraine.
Yasin Amba ‘16L Wins McGuireWoods Diversity Scholarship
Yasin Amba, a rising 2L at Washington and Lee School of Law, received one of eight diversity scholarships awarded this summer by the law firm McGuireWoods.
W&L Law Prof. Christopher Bruner Named Director of the Lewis Law Center
Washington and Lee Law Professor Christopher Bruner will direct the Frances Lewis Law Center, the independently funded faculty research and support arm of W&L Law.
W&L Law Building Renovation to Commence Summer 2014
Sydney Lewis Hall, the home of Washington and Lee University School of Law since 1976, will undergo a dramatic renovation beginning this summer. Plans include more flexible space for student collaboration and study and an improved entry sequence for the building.
W&L Law's Russ Miller Testifies on NSA Affair for German Parliament
Washington and Lee law professor Russell Miller testified this month before a German Parliamentary committee investigating the so-called "NSA Affair." The Special Committee of Inquiry was convened in the wake of revelations by NSA contractor Edward Snowden.
Administrative Conference of the United States Adopts Recommendations Based on FOIA Study by W&L Law’s Mark Grunewald
At its Plenary Session in Washington, D.C., the Administrative Conference of the United States adopted a set of recommendations concerning FOIA dispute resolution based upon a study conducted by Washington and Lee law professor Mark H. Grunewald.
W&L Law Professors Help Prepare New Doctors for the Witness Stand
The inaugural graduating class from the Virginia Tech Carilion Medical School received some special training recently from Washington and Lee law professors, namely, how to be an effective witness.
School of Law Honors Graduates at 2014 Commencement Ceremony
The Washington and Lee University School of Law celebrated its 159th commencement on Saturday, May 10, awarding 126 juris doctor degrees, one master of laws degree, and an honorary degree in memory of Lara Gass.
W&L Law Student Returns Home to Afghanistan to Promote Human Rights
Hussain Moin, an LL.M. student at Washington and Lee University School of Law who will graduate May 10, says he is motivated by more than just himself and his family—he has the chance to affect a whole country's well being.
W&L Law Honors Outstanding Alumnus and Volunteer of the Year
On April 12 during Alumni Weekend 2014, Washington and Lee School of Law announced the recipients of the Outstanding Alumus/a Award and the Volunteer of the Year Award.
W&L Tax Clinic Receives IRS Grant for Seventh Straight Year
The Tax Clinic at the Washington and Lee University School of Law has been awarded a matching grant from the Internal Revenue Service's Low-Income Taxpayer Clinic program (LITC). This is the seventh straight year that the Tax Clinic has received federal dollars to support its efforts.
W&L Law Alumnus Christopher Wolf, Pioneer in Internet Law, to Deliver Commencement Address
Christopher Wolf '80L, National Civil Rights Chair of the Anti-Defamation League and recipient of the law school's 2010 Outstanding Alumnus Award, will deliver this year's commencement address during the 2014 graduation exercises at Washington and Lee University School of Law.
W&L Law’s Johanna Bond Receives Fulbright to Study Legal Aid Access in Africa
Washington and Lee law professor Johanna Bond has been awarded a Fulbright U.S. Scholar Grant to study access to legal aid in criminal proceedings in Tanzania and Zanzibar.
W&L Law’s J.D. King Receives Fulbright to Study Criminal Defense Role in Chile
Washington and Lee law professor J.D. King will spend the fall semester studying the evolution of criminal defense in Chile on a Fulbright Scholar Grant.
W&L Law's Chris Seaman on the Supreme Court Decision in Campaign Finance Case (Audio)
In this audio, Christopher Seaman, assistant professor of law at Washington and Lee University, provides background on the U.S. Supreme Court decision in McCutcheon v. Federal Election Commission and assesses its impact.
W&L Law Students Release Legal Aid Report for Tanzania NGO
Law students participating in the International Human Rights practicum last fall have released a report on their fact-finding mission to Tanzania to research access to legal aid.
Appeals Court for Veterans to Hear Case at W&L Law
On Wednesday, April 2, Washington and Lee School of Law will host the U.S. Court of Appeals for Veterans Claims for a hearing on a case that dates back to World War II.
W&L Law Alumnus to Discuss Arab Spring
On Friday, March 28, Ahmed S. Younis '04L will speak on the role of the lawyer of the future and what questions the modern lawyer must answer to bring about global change.
Transnational Law Institute Hosts Lecture on Post-Genocide Rwanda
On Tuesday, April 1, Washington and Lee School of Law will host Notre Dame professor Luc Reydams, who will speak on his paper "Let's be Friends: The United States, Post-Genocide Rwanda, and Victor's Justice in Arusha.
Federal Judge Paul Niemeyer to Deliver Lewis F. Powell Jr. Lecture
The Twelfth Annual Lewis F. Powell Jr. Lecture will be delivered by Paul V. Niemeyer, judge on the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit. Judge Niemeyer's topic is "Revisiting the 1938 Rules Experiment."
W&L Mourns Loss of Law Student Lara Gass ’14L
Washington and Lee University law student Lara D. Gass, a member of the Law Class of 2014, died in a multi-car accident on Tuesday, March 18, 2014. A candlelight vigil to remember Gass will be held on Wednesday, March 19 at 7:30 p.m. in front of Lee Chapel.
JECE Spring Symposium on Environmental Justice This Friday
The spring symposium of the Journal of Energy, Climate and the Environment will explore such issues as energy poverty, the responsibility to protect civilian populations, and the intersection of environmental movements and human rights.
W&L Law’s Fraley Receives Fulbright U.S. Scholar Grant to Ireland
W&L Law professor Jill Fraley will spend next academic year in Ireland researching the development of property law in colonial Scotland and Ireland.
W&L Transnational Law Institute Presents Lecture on Children and International Criminal Law
Diane Marie Amann, law professor at the University of Georgia and special adviser to the International Criminal Court on Children in Armed Conflict, will deliver a lecture at W&L Law on Friday, March 7 at 2:00 pm.
W&L Law Hosts Panel Discussion on Women Practicing Law
On March 24, WLSO, the Virginia Women Attorneys Association and the International Women's Insolvency and Restructuring Confederation - Virginia Network will sponsor a panel discussion titled "Women Practicing Law: Lessons and Perspectives Beyond the Textbook."
Second W&L Law Prof Joins Boston Bombing Defense Team
Washington and Lee law professor David Bruck joins defense team in Boston Marathon bombing case.
W&L Law Symposium to Explore Child Welfare Emerging Issues
The Feb. 28 event will focus on several pressing issues in society and their impact on child welfare law and practice, including immigration and evolution of rights in the LGBT community.
Cliff Jarrett Named Assistant Dean for Career Planning at W&L Law
W&L Law Dean Nora Demleitner has announced the appointment of Cliff Jarrett as the next head of the School's career planning office, following a national search.
W&L BLSA Mock Trial, Moot Court Teams Take Top Spots at Regional Competition
At the regional NBLSA competition, W&L Law's BLSA teams took first and second place in mock trial and first in the moot court competition.
W&L Negotiations Team Headed to National Championships
The W&L Law team of John Byrne '15L and Marc Mignault '15L will compete at the ABA's 2014 National Negotiations Competition, to be held February 7-8.
W&L Law Prof Russ Miller Helps Bosch Foundation Celebrate 30th Anniversary
W&L Law professor Russell Miller was invited to participate in a panel discussion as part of the 30th anniversary celebration of the Robert Bosch Foundation's prestigious fellowship program for Americans.
W&L Mourns Former Law Dean Randy Bezanson
Randall P. "Randy" Bezanson, dean of the Washington and Lee University School of Law from 1988 to 1994, died on Saturday, Jan. 25, in San Antonio, Texas, following a long illness.
W&L Law Professors Franck, Fairfield Elected to American Law Institute
Washington and Lee School of Law professors Susan Franck and Joshua Fairfield have been elected to the American Law Institute, the most prestigious law reform body in the U.S.
W&L Law Student Wins Prestigious Skadden Public Interest Fellowship
Third-year law student Jan Fox has been awarded a prestigious fellowship from the Skadden Foundation. She will work to expand legal aid services to immigrant victims of domestic violence.
Journalist Wilbert Rideau to Deliver Keynote for W&L Law School MLK Day Activities
W&L Law will hold a number of activities in celebration of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, including a lecture by author and capital defense consultant Wilbert Rideau and an alumni panel discussion.
Two New Accolades for W&L Law
W&L Law ranked second nationally in a student satisfaction survey conducted by Above the Law, and its faculty was again named to the list of most influential 'people' in legal education.
W&L Law Symposium to Explore Problem of False Confessions
On Jan 30-31, interrogation experts, practicing attorneys and scholars will gather at W&L Law to explore the issue and some of the most notorious cases involving false confessions, including those of the Central Park Five and Virginia's own Norfolk Four.
W&L Law Announces Fellowships for Students Interested in Intellectual Property Law
Washington and Lee University School of Law has announced the creation of a special fellowship program for prospective students interested in intellectual property (IP) and technology law.
W&L Law Launches Pilot Externship Program in Washington
This fall, a dozen Washington and Lee law students got the chance to see what it's like to work and live full time as a lawyer in the nation's capital.
W&L Law Professor Margaret Howard to Lead Major ABI Research Project
Margaret Howard has been tapped to lead a major empirical study for the American Bankruptcy Institute focusing on individual filers for Chapter 11 bankruptcy.
Law Student Wins Writing Award for Paper on Wellness Programs and Healthcare Reform
Washington and Lee third-year law student David Knoespel placed second in the 2012-13 writing competition for law students sponsored by the College of Labor and Employment Lawyers
W&L Law Prof. Jill Fraley on 'Acts of God' in NYT Room For Debate
Typhoon Haiyan didn't surprise anyone, so should government officials in the Philippines be held responsible for not doing more to prepare the country for the storm's onslaught?
Moot Court Appellate Advocacy and Negotiations Results Announced
Donovan Eason '15L and James Pickle '15L won the 2013 negotiations competition and Krystal Swendsboe '15L was named best oralist in the 2013 appellate advocacy competition.
W&L Law's Russ Miller Discusses German Reaction to NSA Spying (Audio)
What are the differences between the German and United States views of surveillance?
W&L Law Symposium on Roe v Wade Strives for Balance
On Nov. 7-8, Washington and Lee University School of Law will host a symposium exploring Roe v. Wade, the U.S. Supreme Court decision that legalized abortion.
Annual W&L Law and Literature Seminar to Explore Guterson’s Snow Falling on Cedars
On Nov.1-2, Washington and Lee University will host the 21st annual Law and Literature Seminar.
Fall JECE Panel to Examine Uranium Mining in Virginia
On Friday, Nov. 1, the W&L Journal of Energy, Climate, and the Environment will host a panel discussion on Uranium Mining in Virginia, a hot issue during the current governor's race.
Former Powell Clerk and Appellate Advocate Paul Smith to Speak at W&L Law
Paul M. Smith, former law clerk for U.S. Supreme Court Justice Lewis Powell '27, '31L, will discuss his role the gay rights case Lawrence v. Texas during a talk on Monday Oct. 21.
U.S. Government Shutdown Impacts W&L Law DC Externs
Thanks to the government shutdown, some of W&L law students are getting some hard lessons about what it means to work for a government seemingly paralyzed by a partisan budget fight.
W&L Law Student Newspaper Wins Top ABA Award
The Law News, the student newspaper at Washington and Lee University School of Law, was honored at the ABA annual meeting as the finest overall student newspaper in the nation.
W&L Law Professors to Preview 2013 Supreme Court Term
During the annual U.S. Supreme Court Preview, six members of the W&L law school faculty will preview cases on topics ranging from recess appointments to ineffective counsel.
German Law in Context Seminar Continues with Talks on Political Extremism, Criminal Law
Tufts political scientist David Art will address "Political Extremism in Germany" in a lecture on Friday, Jan. 27 at 4:00 p.m. in Lewis Hall Classroom D.
