Case Western Reserve Law establishes LLM admissions agreement with Assumption University Bangkok

November 19, 2019

CASE WESTERN RESERVE UNIVERSITY — In early November, CWRU Law Co-Dean Michael Scharf traveled to Bangkok to meet with alumni and sign a new partnership agreement with Assumption University School of Law. The Agreement creates a “3+1” and a “1+1+1” program under which Assumption students can undertake the final year of their LLB or their Masters at

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Catholic University Law professor Mark Rienzi speaks at religious freedom conference

November 19, 2019

COLUMBUS SCHOOL OF LAW — Catholic Law Professor Mark Rienzi was a panelist at the recent Jewish Leadership conference in New York City organized by the Tikvah Fund. The conference was a day long event with several breakout sessions and drew in over 1,000 people. The panel entitled, “Religious Freedom and the Courts”, was moderated by

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Denver Law Veterans Advocacy Project wins benefits and services for veterans

November 18, 2019

DENVER STURM COLLEGE OF LAW — For 50 years after serving in Vietnam, veteran and Purple Heart recipient “Bill,” did not receive Veterans Affairs (VA) disability compensation benefits for the injuries he received in the country.  Finally, five decades after his service, Bill gained access to his benefits through the important work of his wife and the

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Drexel Law professor Hannah Bloch-Wehba named fellow at Center for Democracy and Technology

November 18, 2019

DREXEL UNIVERSITY ALW — Professor Hannah Bloch-Wehba recently was selected as a Fellow at the Center for Democracy and Technology (CDT). The CDT is a global nonprofit advocating for digital rights, such as protecting privacy, enhancing data security, limiting government surveillance, preserving an open internet, advancing free expression online and strengthening the technical integrity of core

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Emory Law environmental clinic supports farmers in Georgia with new partnership

November 18, 2019

EMORY LAW — Emory University and The Conservation Fund have formed a new partnership to support next-generation farmers in Georgia and help build the local food supply across metro Atlanta with a first-of-its-kind sustainable solution to food production.

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Emory Law highlights dedication to veterans

November 18, 2019

EMORY LAW — Today is Veterans Day, a formal recognition of the commitment and valor that safeguards the rule of law and protects us all. This day acknowledges the sacrifice required of our military personnel and their families…

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Florida International Law officials address U.N. states on universal criminal jurisdiction

November 18, 2019

FLORIDA INTERNATIONAL UNIVERSITY COLLEGE OF LAW — Florida International University College of Law, in collaboration with the Permanent Missions of Costa Rica, Czech Republic, Finland, Sierra Leone and The Gambia to the United Nations, co-hosted a high-level afternoon event entitled “The International Law Commission as a Way Forward on Universal Criminal Jurisdiction” at the United Nations

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Florida International Law professor Charles C. Jalloh addresses U.N. states on universal criminal jurisdiction

November 18, 2019

FLORIDA INTERNATIONAL UNIVERSITY COLLEGE OF LAW — FIU Law Professor Charles C. Jalloh spoke on three panels during the United Nations’ International Law Week in New York. In addition to co-convening and speaking at the informal dialogue on universal criminal jurisdiction on October 28, 2019, Professor Jalloh participated in a rich Panel discussion and interactive dialogue

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Fordham Law hosts symposium on alternative dispute resolution and cross-cultural perspectives

November 18, 2019

FORDHAM LAW NEWS — Legal scholars and ADR professionals had gathered at Fordham Law School on November 1, 2019, for a day-long symposium to discuss issues including diversity in ADR practice, online dispute resolution, and cross-cultural perspectives. The event, entitled “Achieving Access to Justice Through ADR: Fact or Fiction?” was hosted by the Fordham Law Review,

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George Washington Law professor Paulina Vera honored by D.C. courts and Hispanic Bar Association

November 18, 2019

GW LAW — Paulina Vera, Professorial Lecturer in Law and Legal Associate in the Immigration Clinic, was recognized by both the Hispanic Bar Association of the District of Columbia and the District of Columbia Courts with awards for her leadership in the Latinx community and the legal profession at-large. The HBA-DC award recognizes active members of the legal profession

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