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Elder Oaks' Speech at The Becket Fund for Religious Liberty Canterbury Medal Dinner

Elder Dallin H. Oaks of the Quorum of the Twelve received the Canterbury Medal

Defending Religious Freedom: A Corporate Social Responsibility

The Internatioal Symposium on Religious Freedom and its effects in the Corporate Community

Professor Smith Publishes "Discretion"

Download BYU Law Professor Gordon Smith's article, "Discretion," in the Ohio State Law Journal, Vol. 75, 2014. The article is co-authored by recent graduate, Jordan Lee.

BYU Law in Top 12 Schools Teaching Law Practice Technology

Richard Granat lists BYU Law in top 12 law schools teaching law practice technologies in his eLawyering blog. Granat has been co-chair of the ABA/LPM eLawyering Task Force.

Destruction of the Law School Bridge

View video from the destruction of the bridge spanning between the BYU Law School and the Wilkinson Center on May 7, 2013.

Professor Elizabeth Clark on "Converging Challenges to Religious Freedom"

The 2013 Religious Freedom Discussion Series continued on May 8 2013 with a lecture by Professor Elizabeth Clark, "Converging Challenges to Religious Freedom."

2013 Religious Freedom Discussion with Prof. Elizabeth Clark

The 2013 Religious Freedom Discussion Series continues on May 8, with a lecture by Prof. Elizabeth Clark, "Converging Challenges to Religious Freedom," in room 472 JRCB.

BYU Law School in May 2013 ABA Journal

ABA Journal references 2012 BYU Law Review Symposium and a recent BYU Law Review article by Dean Erwin Chemerinsky, University of California, Irvine School of Law.

Supreme Court Justice to Graduates: All You Need to Know You Learned in Kindergarten

Utah Supreme Court Justice Jill N. Parrish urges law graduates to remember important lessons they learned as children.

Graduation 2013 Slideshow

Congratulations to the Class of 2013!

Memories, Lessons and Advice from our 2012 - 2013 Graduates

Graduates Rachel Snow, Michael Hancock, Stefanie Franc, Karen Dawson and John Kwarm share their favorite moments and lessons from law school and offer advice to those behind them.

BYU Law Teaching Fellow Michalyn Steele Publishes

Download BYU Law Teaching Fellow Michalyn Steele's forthcoming article, "Comparative Institutional Competency and Sovereignty in Indian Affairs."

Glance: 2012-2013

Glance, an electronic publication, takes a look at the previous school year, highighting a community of students, a place of learning, and a culture of service.

SBA: A Focus on Peer Relationships and Service

Newly elected SBA President, Geidy Achecar, explains her vision for the upcoming year.

Students to Present at National Security Symposium

Two BYU Law Students will present at the Third Decennial Symposium for Latter-day Saint National Security Professionals in D.C.

Clark Memorandum

View the Spring 2013 issue of the Clark Memorandum.

International Exposure Adds to Law School Experience

International experience adds to depth and perspective to legal education of BYU Law student Christina Champenois.

Law Student Wins Second Place at 2013 Grad Expo

Jed Bigelow(2L) placed 2nd in the 2013 Grad Expo for using Idaho's Retained Jurisdiction program as a model for judicial reform.

International Center for Law and Religious Studies Invites JRCLS

The International Center for Law and Religious Studies invites JRCLS members to participate in the publication of an Encyclopedia of Law and Religion by editing articles from scholars in 200 countries throughout the world.

BYU Law Student published in the Virginia Journal of International Law

Third-year BYU law student, Collin Allan, discusses his article that was recently accepted for publication by the Virginia Journal of International Law.

2013 Barrister's Ball & Awards Banquet

Faculty and students were honored at BYU Law School's Annual Barrister's Ball and Awards Banquet.

2012-2013 Public Interest Service Award Winners

The BYU Law School is pleased to announce the winners of the 2012-2013 Public Interest Service Awards

Professor Clifton Fleming Publishes in Florida Tax Review

Download BYU Law Professor J. Clifton Fleming's article, "Designing a U.S. Exemption System for Foreign Income When the Treasury is Empty," Florida Tax Review, Vol. 13, No. 8.

Will it Blend: Innovation and Intellectual Property

Tom Dickson, founder and inventor of Blendtec, along with Brett and Grant Foster of Holland and Hart, spoke with students about the patent infringement dispute against Vita-Mix.

Orange County Religion and the Law Symposium in the News

Read an article in the Orange County Register, "Law and religion meet in symposium," March 29, 2013.

Professor Jensen Publishes in the Michigan Journal of International Law

Download BYU Law Professor Eric Jensen's forthcoming article, "The Future of the Law of Armed Conflict: Ostriches, Butterflies, and Nanobots," in the Michigan Journal of International Law.

Third-Year Students Mentor First-Year Student on Finding a Job

Graduating students share past law school experience and knowledge to help first-year students prepare for the future in new Pathways Employment Mentoring Program.

BYU Law's New SBA Board

Congratulations to BYU Law School's new Student Bar Association President, Geidy Achecar, and new board members.

Professor Wardle quoted in NPR Morning Edition

BYU Law Professor Lynn Wardle was quoted in NPR Morning Edition, March 26, 2013: Nina Totenberg, "DOMA Challenge Tests Federal Definition of Marriage."

Professor David Moore Newly Elected ALI Member

BYU Law Professor David Moore is a newly elected distinguished member of the American Law Institute.

Professor Scharffs Publishes "International Law and the Defamation of Religion Conundrum"

BYU Law Professor Brett Scharffs publishes significant article, "International Law and the Defamation of Religion Conundrum," in The Review of Faith & International Affairs.

BYU Law Professor James D. Gordon III to Give BYU Devotional

James D. Gordon III, BYU Law Professor and assistant to the president for Planning and Assessment will give Tuesday's University Devotional at 11 a.m. in the Marriott Center.

Women in the Law Informational Luncheon for Pre-law students

The J. Reuben Clark Law School and the BYU Women in the Law organization are hosting the annual luncheon for pre-law students. RSVP by Friday, March 29.

Religion and the Rule of Law in Vietnam

Law and Religion casebook by BYU Law Professors Durham and Scharffs was the core teaching material for first certified training program on Religion and the Rule of Law in Vietnam.

Law and Literature hosts Elouise Bell

Law and Literature hosted Elouise Bell, Karl G. Maeser distinguished teaching recipient and former BYU English professor of 35 years as a special guest to teach Robert Bolt's A Man for All Seasons.

The J. Reuben Clark Law Society Celebrates 25 Years at Annual Conference

The J. Reuben Clark Law Society held its eighth Annual Conference in Washington, D.C. at the Georgetown Law Center on February 14 - 16, 2013. The conference was a celebration of the Society's 25th anniversary.

Professor Jensen to Publish "Guantanamo and the End of Hostilitites"

Download BYU Law Professor Eric Jensen's forthcoming article,"Guantanamo and the End of Hostilities."

Professor Durham Opens Third Religious Freedom Discussion Series

BYU Law Professor Cole Durham addressed "Against Free Exercise Reductionism," in the first lecture of the third Religious Freedom Discussion Series.

Rex Lee Run Against Cancer

The BYU Law School community is encouraged to pick up their yellow headbands and participate in the Annual Rex E. Lee Run this Saturday, March 23 at 9 a.m.

Jess Winn Receives the Shawn Bentley Public Service Award

BYU law student, Jess Winn (1L), was awarded the Shawn Bentley Public Service Award in recognition of his years of dedication to public interest work.

2013 SBA Talent Show

The 2013 SBA Talent Show was a success with many entertaining acts. View slide show here.

Contemporary Issues Regarding Marriage and Children Symposium

The Marriage and Family Law Research Project is sponsoring this Friday’s symposium on contemporary issues regarding marriage and children.

Annual SBA Talent Show

The annual SBA Talent Show will be Thursday, March 14 at 11 a.m. in the Moot Court Room.

Service Day at the Law School

The BYU Law School will host the first annual Service Day Tuesday, March 12, from 10-3 p.m. in the student commons.

Professor Hurst Publishes "Hosanna-Tabor and the Exaggerated Decline of Separationism"

Download BYU Law Professor Alan Hurst's forthcoming article, "Hosanna-Tabor and the Exaggerated Decline of Separationism."

Professor Sarah L. Brinton Publishes "Three-Dimensional Sovereign Immunity"

Download BYU Law Professor Sarah Brinton's forthcoming article, "Three-Dimensional Sovereign Immunity."

Professor Gordon Smith Publishes "Law and Entrepreneurial Opportunities"

Download BYU Law Professor Gordon Smith's forthcoming article, "Law and Entrepreneurial Opportunities," Cornell Law Review, Vol. 98, 2013.

FBI: Running, Shooting and Prosecuting

Special Agent Pedersen and BYU Law graduate Samantha Hunt spoke with students on legal opportunities within the FBI.

Professor Baradaran featured in Utah Valley Magazine

BYU Law Professor Shima Baradaran is featured as one of Utah County's 50 most fabulous people in the current issue of Utah Valley Magazine.

BYU Law Takes First Place

BYU Law School's National Moot Court team receives two first place honors in Las Vegas competitions.

Federalist Society Discusses the 2nd Amendment

The Federalist Society discusses the Second Amendment with Ilya Shapiro, senior fellow at Cato Institute, on Thursday, March 7 at 11 a.m. in room 303.

Immigration Attorney Speaks to Law Students

The Immigration Law Forum invites immigration attorney Leonor Perretta to visit with students on immigration issues.

BYU Law Phi Delta Phi Club Blood Drive

The Phi Delta Phi club will be hosting a blood drive at the BYU Law School on Wednesday, March 6 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Students gain great experience in Woody Deem Competition

In the final round of the Trial Advocacy Competition, teams defended a bar owner and the victim of a brawl between intoxicated buddies.

Sex-Trafficking Advocate Speaks to Law Students

Sex-trafficking victim advocate and Backyard Broadcast co-founder Stephanie Larsen invites law students to help spread the word against the slave trade.

Woody Deem Trial Ad. Competition Winners

The Trial Advocacy Team held the final round of the Woody Deem competition on Monday February 25.

PILF Silent and Live Auctions

PILF will be sponsoring a silent auction Wednesday, Feb. 27 through Thursday, Feb. 28. Bidding for the silent auction will start at 11 a.m. and go until 1 p.m. each day. There will also be a live auction at 11:15 a.m on Thursday in room 303.

2013 Australasia, Asia Pacific Conference

The 2013 Australasia, Asia Pacific Conference, "Justice, Mercy and Conviction: Perspectives on Law, Religion and Ethics," will be held June 7-9 in Adelaide.

Making A Wise Decision About Law School

BYU Law School Dean Rasband spoke to prospective law students on the intrinsic value of a legal education.

LDS Church News Highlights Elder Holland's Address at the JRCLS Conference

LDS Church News published an article on Feb. 23 titled, "Elder Holland addresses Clark law society on 25th anniversary."

Local Speaker to Lecture On Her Fight Against Human Trafficking

Co-founder of Backyard Broadcast will speak on human trafficking in the U.S. this Tuesday, February 26 in room 206 at noon.

Federalist Society Hosts Judge Thomas Griffith

The Federalist Society at the BYU Law School will host Judge Thomas Griffith Monday February 25, at 12 noon in room 306.

Mayor Curtis Speaks on Provo Politics

Provo Mayor, John Curtis addressed BYU Law students on local issues for an event hosted by the Government and Politics Legal Society.

Barrister Ball Nominations

Nominate students and faculty who deserve recognition at this year's Barrister's Ball. Click here to access the nominations page.

Mayor Curtis Presenting

Provo Mayor Curtis will address BYU law students on local issues Wednesday, February 13 at noon in the Moot Court Room.

BYU Law students co-author Utah Bar Journal article

BYU Law Students, Lindsay Nash (3L) and Bradley Masters (2L) co-author an article published in Utah Bar Journal, "Justice Sutherland Endures: Sutherland's Legacy and the Affordable Care Act."

JRCLS Las Vegas CLE Event

On March 8, 2013 there will be a CLE event sponsored by JRCLS on the UNLV campus in Las Vegas. Speakers include D.C. Circuit Court Judge Thomas B. Griffith; Utah Supreme Court Justice Thomas R. Lee.

Professor Jones Joins Discussion on Radio Program

BYU Law School Professor RonNell Andersen Jones discusses the impact social media is having on jurors and journalists alike on Classical 89 Thinking Aloud Program.

Humanities and Law Networking Event

Students considering law school have the opportunity to hear from Dean Scott Cameron Thursday, Feb. 7 at 5 p.m., 3280 WSC, at an event sponsored by BYU Humanities and BYU Law.

Bruce C. Hafen Distinguished Lecture

Dean Nell Jessup Newton, Joseph A. Matson Dean and Professor of Law, at Notre Dame Law School was the speaker at BYU Law School's Bruce C. Hafen Annual Distinguished Lecture.

BYU Law Welcomes New Visiting Professors

BYU Law School welcomes two new visiting faculty members, Professor Christine Hurt and Professor Paul Stancil.

Professor Nielson Publishes Op-ed in The National Law Journal

BYU Law Professor Aaron Nielson publishes an op-ed in The National Law Journal titled, "The law clerk hiring plan is dead, and good riddance."

SIPLA Luncheon: Professor Roberts Sheds Light on IP Law

Professor Roberts spoke with prospective law students on the options within law school for engineers and hard science majors.

Tips and Strategies for Successful Job Searching

MariLee Allred from the BYU Law School Career Services Office offers advice on how to job search online and use social media effectively.

The BYU Law Review Symposium on Discretion & Deference

The BYU Law School hosted the Law Review Symposium titled, "Discretion & Deference: Immigrants, Citizens, and the Law."

An Instrument in His Hand: Elder Echo Hawk, His Faith and the Law

Elder Larry Echo Hawk, former BYU Law Professor and Assistant Secretary of the Interior for Indian Affairs spoke about his journey in the law.

Notre Dame Law Professor Speaks at Bruce C. Hafen Lecture

Dean Nell Jessup Newton, Professor of Law at Notre Dame, will be giving the Bruce C. Hafen Annual Distinguished Lecture on January 31.

BYU Law School Welcomes New Faculty Member Aaron Nielson

The BYU Law School is pleased to welcome Professor Aaron Nielson as the newest full-time faculty member.

Roe v. Wade in Today's Society

Attorney Camille Williams and Professor Lynn Wardle commented on the modern implications of Roe v. Wade.

Making A Wise Decision About Law School - Preview

This Wednesday, James Rasband, Dean of BYU Law School, counsels students on making wise decisions about law school at 4 p.m. JFSB B135.

Stump the Professor Raises Money for The Center for Women and Children in Crisis

Faculty tackled a variety of questions from students and raised more than $700 for the Center for Women and Children in Crisis in the Annual Stump the Professor challenge.

Professor Steele Advises Students to Have Initiative and Devotion

Professor Michalyn Steele shared career experiences and useful advice with students at Friday's professional development lecture.

Dean Chodosh received Franklin S. Richards Public Service Award

Hiram Chodosh, Dean of the University of Utah S.J. Quinney College of Law, received the award for his work on legal reform and his leadership and support of programs undertaken by the University of Utah.

Professor Kif Augustine-Adams presents for the BYU Women's Studies Colloquim

BYU Law Professor Kif Augustine-Adams will present a lecture at the BYU Women's Studies Colloquium, “’If in Our Country Women Could Vote…’: Female Suffrage and the Anti-Chinese Campaigns in Mexico.”

Prof. Scharffs Publishes in Univ. of Chicago Divinity School's "Sightings" Publicatication

BYU Law Professor Brett Scharffs publishes article on a human rights complaint against Catholic University for not making prayer space available for Muslim students.

Student Mentoring Program for Second and Third Year Students

Career Services and the Alumni Association have developed a new mentoring program for all second and third year law students.

Stump the Professor

Tickets are now available for this year's Stump the Professor challenge. Come out and test our panel of professors with your toughest questions for the chance to win some cool prizes.

Student Spotlight: Shannon Sorensen

BYU law student, Shannon Sorensen (1L) may be five years junior to most of her classmates, but with a wealth of experience and a strong drive, she fits in just fine at the BYU Law School.

State Risk Manager’s Career Path All about Hard Work, Opportunity

Tani Downing, Utah's State Risk Manager, shared her successful journey through law school and beyond with BYU Law students.

JRCLS Annual Fireside

Elder Larry Echo Hawk, former BYU law professor, will speak at the Eleventh Annual J. Reuben Clark Law Society Fireside on Jan. 25 at 6 p.m.

Professor Baradaran quoted in NY Times

BYU Law Professor Shima Baradaran is quoted in the NY Times article, "Christmas Ornaments, Child Labor."

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