We have a number of opportunities for you to exploreour ever-evolving alma mater, reconnectwith the W&M Law School community, and createnew memories. We can't wait to have you back on campus this October to celebrate this reunion milestone together!
This year, our registration is on William & Mary Homecoming's webpage, enabling you to explore all the exciting activities taking place this weekend and take part in events created for all W&M alumni.
How to Complete Registration and Sign Up for Law School Alumni Weekend Events
William & Mary Law School Alumni Weekend - How to complete registration
Primary Registrant Information
Provide name, class year*, contact information, note any special accommodations needs, guest information (if applicable)
*NOTE: For J.D. grads with no W&M undergraduate affiliation, select "Not Applicable" in W&M Undergraduate Class Year drop-down list, than write your degree year, i.e. J.D. '67)
Admission Item
Select "Homecoming Registration - Law Alumni Weekend"
This will enable you to see and register for Law Alumni Weekend specific events, as well as any signature W&M Homecoming events you are also interested in attending.
Sessions
Select the events you (and your guests) plan to attend. Once you have made your selections, you will have the opportunity to make a contribution to the Law School
All Law events begin with "Law Alumni Weekend:" at the start of the event title.
Please note that some events are free of charge, while others include a ticket price.
Registration Summary
Review your registrant information, agenda/admission items (events selected in the "Sessions" page), and additional items (including contributions to the Law School Annual Fund).
Payment
Final review of admission and additional items, and payment of these items.
Confirmation
This page will include your confirmation number (you will also receive this in a corresponding email), along with opportunities to add the event to your calendar, modify your registration, or cancel your registration.
NOTE:
Cancellations may be made prior toSept. 30, after which no refunds will be made.
Online registration closes on Oct. 10.
On-site registration will be available October 18-19 at the Law School (see schedule below for times) or October 17-19 at Hunter Hall A in the Alumni House on William & Mary campus.
William & Mary Law School Alumni Weekend - Registration & See Who's Coming Links
Online registration closes on October 10, so register today! Cancellations may be made prior to Sept. 30, after which no refunds will be made.
Registration Questions: If you have any questions about registration and would like to talk to someone in person, please call the William & Mary Homecoming hotline at 757-221-1750.
Schedule
The weekend schedule of Law School Alumni Weekend-specific events can be found below. To download and print a copy, a PDF version can be found here.
William & Mary Law School Alumni Weekend - 2024 Schedule
Friday, October 18, 2024
9:00 a.m. - 6:30 p.m.: Law School Alumni Weekend Registration | W&M Law School - Lobby | Cost: Free
Alumni Weekend registration for William & Mary Law School alumni.
9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.: Wolf Law Library Open House | W&M Law School - Wolf Law Library | Cost: Free
Alumni and guests are invited to explore a curated exhibit in the Rare Book Room based on the Wolf Law Library’s new Oral Histories Project, and visit the newly dedicated George Wythe Boswell-Caracci Room featuring a recreation of Wythe’s library. This is a family-friendly event.
3:00 - 4:30 p.m.: 50th Reunion Celebration Toast: Invitation only | W&M Law School - Penny Commons, The Hixon Center | Cost: Free with Invitation
Members of William & Mary Law School’s Class of 1974 are invited to celebrate their 50th reunion with Dean A. Benjamin Spencer, as the Law School toasts your reunion milestone and awards your 50th reunion medallions.
4:00 - 5:00 p.m.: AI & the Law | W&M Law School - McGlothlin Courtroom | Cost: Free
Join William & Mary Law School cybersecurity researcher Daniel Shin J.D. ’19 in a discussion on AI and other legal technologies and how you can best use them safely at work.
4:00 - 4:30 p.m.: Oral Histories Project Exhibit Presentation | W&M Law School - Wolf Law Library | Cost: Free
Hear William & Mary Law School digital collections & archives librarian Kathryn Downing ’17 share about the Wolf Law Library’s new Oral Histories Project and its exhibit. This is a family-friendly event.
4:30 - 5:00 p.m.: Oral Histories Project Exhibit Presentation | W&M Law School - Wolf Law Library | Cost: Free
Hear William & Mary Law School digital collections & archives librarian Kathryn Downing ’17 share about the Wolf Law Library’s new Oral Histories Project and its exhibit. This is a family-friendly event.
5:00 - 8:00 p.m.: Welcome Reception at W&M Law School | W&M Law School - Lobby & Penny Commons, The Hixon Center | Costs: $40
Come back to where it all started and reconnect with your classmates as we kick off Alumni Weekend with a reception in the Law School Lobby and Penny Commons. Heavy hors d'oeuvres and drinks will be served. This is a family-friendly event.
Saturday, October 19, 2024
9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.: Law School Alumni Weekend Registration | W&M Law School - Lobby | Cost: Free
Alumni Weekend registration for William & Mary Law School alumni.
9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.: Wolf Law Library Open House | W&M Law School - Wolf Law Library | Cost: Free
Alumni and guests are invited to explore a curated exhibit in the Rare Book Room based on the Wolf Law Library’s new Oral Histories Project, and visit the newly dedicated George Wythe Boswell-Caracci Room featuring a recreation of Wythe’s library. This is a family-friendly event.
9:00 - 10:15 a.m.: History of W&M Law School Walking Tour | W&M Law School, Colonial Williamsburg, and W&M Historic Campus | Cost: Free
Join William & Mary Law Professor and legal historian Tom McSweeney ’02 as he takes you on a popular walking tour about Law School history from the 18th century to today. The tour will begin and end at William & Mary Law School and take you into parts of Colonial Williamsburg and the Historic Campus at William & Mary. This is a family-friendly event.
10:30 - 12:00 p.m.: Law School Reunion Committee & Dean’s Council Appreciation Toast: Invitation only | W&M Law School - Penny Commons, The Hixon Center | Cost: Free with Invitation
In appreciation for their support and dedication, William & Mary Law School Reunion Committee and Dean’s Council members are invited to a toast in their honor with Dean A. Benjamin Spencer. Brunch cocktails and hors d'oeuvres will be served.
12:00 - 3:00 p.m.: Law School Tailgate & Reunion Social | W&M Law School Lawn | Cost: $35
Members of the William & Mary Law School community, gather in front of the Law School to enjoy good food and reconnect with your classmates, in advance of the W&M Homecoming Football Game. Lunch and drinks will be served. This is a family-friendly event.
At 1:40 pm, we will announce the reunion giving totals and present the Red Hot Reveley Award to the class with the highest participation.
1:45 - 2:30 p.m.: State of the Law School Address | W&M Law School Lawn | Cost: Free
Hear Dean A. Benjamin Spencer share his vision for the future of legal education at W&M, as well as the current success of our students, faculty, and programs and the challenges the Law School faces. Q&A will be held at the end.
3:30 - 6:30 p.m.: Group Seating for W&M Law Alumni at Homecoming Football Game vs. Campbell | Zable Stadium, W&M Campus | Cost: $20
Join your fellow W&M Law alumni in cheering on the W&M Tribe as they face off against Campbell at Zable Stadium. We have 30 seats available, grouped together in the Lower Bowl seating area of the stadium. This is a family-friendly event.
6:30 - 8:30 p.m.: Law School Reunion Class Dinner | Sadler Center, W&M Campus | Cost: $80
Members of the Law School classes of 4s and 9s, join your classmates, W&M Law School faculty and staff, as we celebrate your reunion milestones together.
Dinner and drinks will be served right after the football game in the Sadler Center, next to Zable Stadium. Come dress in your green and gold or business casual attire.
Sunday, October 20, 2024
9:00 - 10:30 a.m.: Law School Alumni Weekend Farewell Breakfast | W&M Law School - Lobby | Cost: $10
Before heading home, stop by the Law School to grab a bite to eat, while savoring a little more time with classmates and members of the W&M Law School community. To-go breakfast sandwiches and drinks will be served. This is a family-friendly event.
To see the full schedule of Law Alumni Weekend and William & Mary Homecoming events, visit William & Mary Homecoming 2024 Events Schedule. NOTE: Use the "LAW" filter to see Law-specific events on that page.
You can also view the schedule and your list of events on the W&M Alumni Events app. NOTE: You must have registered for Alumni Weekend to sign in.
For questions or more information, please contact the Office of Advancement at lsadvance@wm.edu or call (757) 221-3795.
