Judge Nicholas G. Garaufis of the Eastern District of New York visited William & Mary Law School Dec. 2.
College of W&M and Law School alumnus Jim McGlothlin shared his wisdom with law students on the final day of the inaugural McGlothlin Leadership Forum.
Boies, Chairman of Boies, Schiller, and Flexner LLP, and renowned trial lawyer, met with law students during the inaugural McGlothlin Leadership Forum.
Cabell Research Professor of Law Tim Zick is a nationally-recognized expert on the First Amendment.
The coins, presented to the professors on Veterans Day, recognized their contributions to the Lewis B. Puller, Jr., Veterans Benefits Clinic.
Donations from law firms will help support a new consortium of universities and colleges in Virginia sponsored by the Law School to help the state's veterans.
Former Virginia State Bar President champions lawyers as public servants.
Five participants in the Law School's recent conference in Beijing shared common bonds as Eagle Scouts. About a dozen law students also recently welcomed Boy Scouts to the Law School for a day-long Law Merit Badge program.
The Law School's Lewis B. Puller, Jr., Veterans Benefits Clinic has enlisted colleges and universities around Virginia to join a new consortium aimed at helping the state's veterans.
The 11th Annual Thanksgiving Basket Competition, sponsored by the Black Law Students Association, raised nearly 2700 non-perishable food items for local families in need.
"Cinders in My Eyes" memoir landed the fairy tale princess in Law School's McGlothlin Courtroom.
Professor Tim Zick, an expert on public speech rights, recently spoke with the Associated Press regarding the First Amendment issues raised by the nationwide "Occupy" movement.
An Oct. 17 panel discussion at the W&M Sadler Center, based on the fall PBS series, "Women, War & Peace," showcased how local women, such as Professor Christie Warren of W&M Law School, have made a difference thoughout the world.
The first international conference hosted by William & Mary Law School's Property Rights Project came to its successful conclusion Oct. 15 at Tsinghua University in Beijing, China.
W&M law students' Tidewater Roots Poll Project is helping local governments recruit and train a new generation of poll workers.
The question is not when the economic crisis will come. It's whether policymakers in Washington have enough political will to craft a solution before it arrives.
W&M law students will operate the W&M VOTEline hotline at (757)221-2890 from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Nov. 8 to assist local voters with questions they may have about voting.
On Nov. 2, from 2 to 3:30PM at the Mason School of Business, the 2011 McGlothlin Leadership Forum Fellows - pre-eminent leaders in their fields - will participate in a plenary session of open exchange, active debate, and analysis of the global economy and the political, legal, and free enterprise system that comprise it. Free and the public is welcome.
Named in honor of James W. McGlothlin '62, J.D. '64, LL.D. '00, the inaugural McGlothlin Leadership Forum will run Nov. 1-3. The Public Plenary Session, titled "Is America's Economic Engine Off Track?," will be held Nov. 2 at the Mason School of Business.
Scholars, jurists, and practitioners from the U.S. and China gathered on Oct. 14 at Tsinghua University School of Law in Beijing for the start of the Law School's international conference on property rights.
Justice O'Connor appeared via video at the Eighth Annual Brigham-Kanner Property Rights Conference in Beijing to accept the 2011 Brigham-Kanner Property Rights Prize.
Justice O'Connor was honored at an Oct. 13 reception at the U.S. Embassy in Beijing, co-hosted by the Law School. The reception was the prelude to the Law School's property rights conference.
Professor Fred Schauer of the University of Virginia School of Law was awarded the Marshall-Wythe Medallion Oct. 4. The award is the highest honor conferred by the law school faculty.
On Oct. 14-15, William & Mary Law School's Property Rights Project will host the law school’s first international conference at Tsinghua University in Beijing, China.
The Institute of Bill of Rights Law at William & Mary Law School hosted the 24th annual Supreme Court Preview on Sept. 23-24.
Law student Kevin Barrett '14 and undergraduate business major Rebecca Gildea '12 recently were honored as Townebank's 2011 Alvin P. Anderson Scholars.
Va. Attorney General Kenneth T. Cuccinelli spoke to a standing-room-only audience on Sept. 15 as a guest of the Law and Policy class.
Christoper A. Abel, a 1990 graduate of the Law School and partner at Troutman Sanders, was recently honored for his commitment to his students and their success.
Michael Steven Green is recognized at Sept. 22 as the first scholar to be designated as the Robert E. and Elizabeth S. Scott Research Professor of Law.
Professor Laura A. Heymann is a leading expert in intellectual property law.
Distinguished lawyers, judges, journalists, and law professors from around the country will come together at the annual Preview to discuss and analyze the Court's upcoming term.
The College has been designated a Military Friendly School by G.I. Jobs, according to a Sept. 12 announcement by the magazine.
Colonial Williamsburg was once home to many of the nation's founders, including Presidents George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, James Madison, James Monroe, and John Tyler.
The remarks of Dean Davison M. Douglas from the Sept. 8 ceremony at the Law School commemorating the 10th anniversary of 9-11.
"Neal's legacy to our office is strong," Associate Dean for Admission Faye Shealy said in a message. "His dedication to our principles of service, promptness, ethics, and compassion has been exemplary."
William & Mary Law School Professor Allison Orr Larsen coined the phrase "perpetual dissent."
The newest student members of the Law School community arrived on Aug. 15. "Our new students are an impressive group of aspiring citizen lawyers, and we are truly honored that such highly qualified individuals seek a William & Mary legal education," said Associate Dean for Admission Faye Shealy.
Professors Alan Meese and Timothy Zick received Cabell Research Professorships for the 2011-2012 academic year.
On Oct. 14-15, William & Mary Law School's Property Rights Project will host the law school’s first international conference at Tsinghua University in Beijing, China.
WMLS achieved a new milestone in private support. Giving to the Law School totaled more than $3.3 million - the largest amount in the Law School's history - during the fiscal year that ended June 30.
Nancy Combs will become William & Mary Law School's new Vice Dean. Combs served as the 2009-11 Cabell Research Professor of Law.
Smith, the federal judge for the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Virginia, will speak at the Aug. 26 ceremony in the courtyard of the Sir Christopher Wren Building.
Dean Davison M. Douglas is the recipient of a Distinguished Service Award from the National Center for State Courts.
Two William & Mary Law School students receive a unique opportunity to learn about asteroid law.
William & Mary Law School welcomes four new full-time faculty: Sarah Stafford, Jason Solomon, Allison Orr Larsen and Tara Grove.
Thomas R. Frantz '70, J.D. '73, LL.M. '81 was among four William & Mary alumni recently appointed to the Board of Visitors by Gov. Bob McDonnell.
W&M Law School announces the appointment of Assistant Professor Tara Leigh Grove to the full-time faculty.
Governor Bob McDonnell (VA) appointed William & Mary alumnus Jeff Palmore '00, J.D. '09 his new director of policy development and deputy counselor.
Nine current and former fellows and members of the selection committee recently gathered in Williamsburg to mark the anniversary and remember the program's namesake.
Shumadine '83 is a former math teacher who found a new calling in law. While handling investment portfolios for her clients, she also has found time to become involved in schools and organizations in her community.
Professor William W. Van Alstyne testified before the Congressional Committee on the Judiciary June 8.
Four WMLS students have been selected for competitive grants from the Equal Justice Works 2011 Summer Corps Program.
The text of the welcoming remarks given by 2010-11 Student Bar Association President Tamar Jones '11.
Seven major awards were given during the Law School's 2011 Commencement Ceremony.
Douglas Bunch, B.A. '02, J.D. '06, and Douglas Smith, J.D. '06, were recognized as co-recipients of the Taylor Reveley Award during graduation on May 15 for their work on behalf of children in the developing world.
Brandon L. Boxler '11 and Garrett D. Urban'11 received Lawrence W. I'Anson Awards, the highest awards given to a graduating student, or students, by the law faculty, during graduation on May 15.
Vice Dean Eric Kades was the 2011 recipient of the John Marshall Award for his selfless service to the Law School.
Professor Susan Grover was the recipient of the 2011 Walter L. Williams, Jr. Memorial Teaching Award
Tamar Jones was named the 2011 recipient of the George Wythe Award for outstanding and selfless service.
Laura Jacobson won the 2011 Thurgood Marshall Award for distinguished pro bono work.
Anne B. Shumadine, J.D. '83, was honored with the Association's Citizen-Lawyer Award during graduation on May 15.
Stephen P. Carney, B.S. '72, J.D. '80, was inducted during the Awards Ceremony on May 14.
U.S. Senator Mark Warner drew applause and laughter with advice he gave to the Class of 2011 during the Law School's May 15 graduation ceremony. Features story and slide show.
W&M Law School graduates, family and friends gathered on May 14 to celebrate the students' many accomplishments.
As the Drapers' Scholar, Shanda King will spend next year at Queen Mary College of the University of London.
John C. Garde, J.D. '86, and Jon D. Huddleston, B.A. '82, J.D. '86, were honored as co-recipients of the Law School Association's 25th Reunion Distinguished Alumnus Award on April 16.
Va. House of Delegates Member Robin A. Abbott, J.D. '01, was honored with the Law School Association's 10th Reunion Distinguished Alumna Award on April 16.
Dustin H. DeVore, a 2001 graduate of the Law School, and partner at the firm's Williamsburg office, presented the 2011 Kaufman & Canoles Writing Awards to Jarred O. Taylor '11, for first place, to Samuel G. Mann '11, for second place, and to Emily M. Benz '11, for third place.
Professor Alemante Selassie retired this year from the William & Mary Law School full-time faculty after 24 years of service.
Together, Jessica Jeanty '12, Pearl J. Kim '11, and Eve M. Grina '11 can say "rule of law" in seven languages. They also can say that while they were in law school they used their legal education to make a difference in the world.
Four William & Mary Law School faculty members received Plumeri Awards this year: Professors Alces, Green, Stafford and Zick.
Law School Professor Larry Palmer will retire from the faculty this year.
The College of William & Mary has named Law School Professor Laura A. Heymann the Class of 2014 Professor of Law.
The College of William & Mary has named Law School Professor Susan Grover a University Professor for Teaching Excellence.
The W&M Law School Scholarship Repository exceeds 6,000 items that have been collectively downloaded more than 200,000 times.
The Law School's Benjamin Rush Scholars will present the 2011 Benjamin Rush Medal to J. Craig Venter, Ph.D., on Thursday, April 21, at 1PM in Room 120 at the Law School. The event is free and open to the public.
With six team wins and several individual member titles, 2010-11 has been one of the best years on record for the Moot Court Team.
More than 100 students, faculty, staff, and members of the Williamsburg community literally hit the ground running on April 2 for the Seventh Annual "Ali's Run," a fundraiser sponsored by the Bone Marrow Drive Committee in memory of Alison Ruth Kaplan.
To cast your vote for nominees to the Association's Board of Directors, please submit a Nomination Proxy or attend the Annual Meeting on Friday, April 15, at 2PM.
Professor Angela Banks is a nationally recognized expert on immigration reform.
Senator Warner will address graduates and their guests during the ceremony at the College's Lake Matoaka Amphitheatre.
Three W&M law students will compete as a team in the finals of the fourth annual International Criminal Court (ICC) Trial Competition on April 10-15.
William & Mary Law School Professor Jason Solomon delivered the 2011 Blackstone Lecture on March 24.
James B. Comey, Jr., a 1982 graduate of the College, was honored on March 14 by the Law School as the 2010-11 Carter O. Lowance Fellow.
Graduate and undergraduate teams from William & Mary won top prizes in three categories in the first Virginia Redistricting Competition.
Kenneth Feinberg is the 2010-2011 recipient of the Marshall-Wythe Medallion, the highest honor conferred by the faculty.
Through the W&M Japan Recovery Initiative, faculty, students and staff are banding together to provide short- and long-term assistance.
On Oct. 14-15 the W&M Property Rights Project will host its annual conference overseas in cooperation with Tsinghua University School of Law in Beijing. Participants can enjoy an optional post-conference tour through China and Hong Kong (deposits due April 1).
William & Mary's Law School and School of Education placed among the nation's top graduate schools in U.S. News' 2012 survey.
Professor Green is the Robert E. and Elizabeth S. Scott Research Professor for 2010-2011.
Two teams from the college are participating in the redistricting competition sponsored by the Wason Center for Public Policy at Christopher Newport University and the Public Mapping Project.
On Feb. 25, students in the Lewis B. Puller, Jr. Veterans Benefits Clinic will partner with attorneys from McGuire Woods in an effort to help homeless veterans.
Christie Warren has returned to William & Mary Law School after spending a year assisting the United Nations in mediating peace processes in Darfur, Kyrgyzstan, and Somalia, among other places.
The William & Mary Law School Alumni Association has announced that it will honor the contributions of William & Mary President Taylor Reveley with the creation of an award to be given annually to a recent graduate of the Law School, whose career has demonstrated outstanding commitment to public service. The first recipient of the award will be announced at the Law School's graduation in May.
On Oct. 14-15 the W&M Property Rights Project will host its annual conference overseas in cooperation with Tsinghua University School of Law in Beijing. Justice Sandra Day O'Connor will receive the 2011 Brigham-Kanner Property Rights Prize during the event.
Professor Allison Orr Larsen discusses the constitutional issues at stake in the health care debate.
House Majority Leader Eric Cantor, a 1988 graduate of the Law School, spoke at Charter Day on Feb. 4. Cantor was one of three recipients of honorary degrees. Cutler Professor of Law Jayne Barnard was honored with the Thomas Jefferson Award.
Hoover '11, who will join the State Attorney's Office in West Palm Beach, Fla., after graduation, credits his success in trial advocacy to his Law School teammates and Trial Team Coach Jeffrey A. Breit.
Dean Douglas is pleased to announce that the College has conferred tenure on Laura A. Heymann, and promoted her from Associate Professor to Professor of Law, and has promoted Angela Banks from Assistant to Associate Professor.
Barnard, who is nationally known for her scholarly work on the rights of fraud victims, is the recipient of the 2011 Thomas Jefferson Award.
Congressman Cantor '88 will speak at the College of William & Mary's Charter Day Ceremony on Feb. 4. He will also receive an honorary degree of doctor of laws.
A video interview with Jim Dwyer, author of The Moral Superiority of Children.
Professor Jayne Barnard has spent more than three decades working to advance the rights of the disenfranchised.