NBC Today Show and the Weekend Nightly News are broadcasting a story about BYU law professor Michael Goldsmith Sat., July 4. View times and information here.
Two BYU law school students offer an enduring expression of gratitude for their international externship: a giving tree.
Watch BYU law professor Michael Goldsmith on the Mountain West Sports Network this week. Read more for dates and times.
Professor Jones' paper, "Media Subpoenas: Impact, Perception, and Legal Protection in the Changing World of American Journalism" was recently listed on SSRN's top 10 downloads for Law, Politics & the Media.
The J. Reuben Clark Law School's Advocacy Program is ranked 22nd in the nation, according to the U.S. News and World Report.
BYU's chapter of the International Law Students Association was selected to receive the "Most Improved Chapter" award for 2008-2009.
Scholars and religious authorities met to discuss the role of religion in bringing harmony to troubled regions as part of "Christianity in the East: Fostering Understanding" conference.
The U.S. Senate confirmed the appointment of BYU Law Professor Larry EchoHawk to serve as head of the Bureau of Indian Affairs.
The Utah Supreme Court has appointed Constance K. Lundberg to the Utah Judicial Conduct Commission. This former BYU law associate dean and law library director replaces Ruth Lybbert on the JCC.
The BYU Howard W. Hunter Law Library welcomes Dale S. Swensen as head of technical services and digital access.
BYU Law Professor Brett G. Scharffs spoke at the University Devotional on Tuesday, May 12 about faith, hope and charity.
Class of 2009: Here's looking at you. Click here to view features (memories, photos, and more) from your law school career.
BYU Law School is among the top 50 law schools in the United States, reports
U.S. News & World Report in its "America's Best Graduate Schools" issue.
Several students were honored at the Annual Awards Banquet and Barrister's Ball. View a slide show of the event here.
In memory of alumnus Bill Orton who passed away Saturday, April 18, the J. Reuben Clark Law School shares "How to Win Friends and Influence Republicans: the remarkable campaign of Bill Orton."
Academic Vice President John S. Tanner has announced the appointment of James R. Rasband as the new dean of the J. Reuben Clark Law School.
Friday, April 10, President Barack Obama announced his intent to nominate BYU law professor Larry EchoHawk as Assistant Secretary for Indian Affairs.
"The interesting thing about this problem is -- if you think it's easy, you probably do not understand it," Professor Smith in response to the economic crisis, Beehive Debate.
The Howard W. Hunter Law Library is featuring a display of ancient Roman artifacts from the time of Jesus, including a Roman nail and spearhead, coins, women’s jewelry, and dice like those that could have been used in the casting of lots.
Students were able to enjoy great food, dancing by Living Legends, and a laugh compliments of the brave faculty who showed off their hula skills at the closing social Luau. The event was sponsored by the multi-cultural and international clubs and associations. View a slide show here.
Guilty or innocent? Fifth-grade students get the chance to decide at a mock trial that is part of the law school's elementary student mentoring program.
Students from the J. Reuben Clark Law School won three national competitions in the Moot Court and Trial Advocacy programs during the 2008-2009 year.
The law school hosted a conference on civil religion with over 15 professors from Italy, France, Turkey, and the United States.
The Natural Resources Law Society is sponsoring a panel to discuss and debate issues of climate change and global warming in Utah at 9: 30 a.m. on April 9.
Lorena Jenson, a BYU Law School graduate shared how her legal education prepared her for a career as president of a successful communications firm.
BYU Law School alumnus Keith Hamilton ('86) spoke about blacks and the struggle for equality and justice in America.
Elder Cook of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and former attorney of nearly 30 years, spoke on maintaining spiritual balance at the Annual J. Reuben Clark Law Society Fireside.
BYU Law Professor Cole Durham is featured in the Church News for his international work in sustaining religous freedom.
Professor Cheryl B. Preston, on behalf of an international group of Internet lawyers and techies, has filed a petition to form a CyberSafety Constituency as the seventh constituency in the GNSO of ICANN.
John Garvey, Dean of the Boston College Law School and immediate past president of the AALS, spoke at the BYU Law School's annual distinguished faculty lecture about diversity among law schools, or institutional pluralism.
Several BYU law students participated in this year's Rex E. Lee run, named in honor of the law school's founding dean. View a slide show here.
The Woody Deem Competition is a good opportunity for 1L students to showcase their skills for BYU's traveling Trial Advocacy teams.
The BYU Law School student body includes a wide array of very talented individuals. View a slide show of those who shared their talents at the Law School Recital.
Curt E. Conklin, associate director for technical services at the BYU Law Library is the 2009 recipient of the Renee D. Chapman Memorial Award for Outstanding Contributions in Technical Services Law Librarianship.
Scott Cameron spoke about the history and contributions of BYU’s alumni networks and the J. Reuben Clark Law Society as part of the History of Mormon Lawyers seminar.
The NBLSA's Rocky Mountain Region elected BYU first-year law student Andre Bennin to the executive board for the 2009-2010 school year.
Having done substantial research on pornography, Professor Cheryl Preston comments on a pornography consumption study published by a Harvard researcher.
BYU Law School alumna participates in 10 Commandments monument case before the U.S. Supreme Court. Tina Peterson ('95) shares her experience with students.
BYU law students won the 19th Annual National First Amendment Moot Court Competition. The participating team was also honored for the best brief.
Professor Rasband, current BYU Associate Academic VP for Faculty, spoke about the history and politics of protecting wilderness lands with a particular focus on the history of the Utah wilderness debate.
Professors Durham and Gedicks to host "Civil Religion in the United States and Europe: Four Comparative Perspectives" March 12-14.
Eager to learn wherever he goes, Prof. Gedicks is enjoying his experience as a visiting professor at Notre Dame Law School. He continues to conduct research on contemproary law and religion issues.
BYU team wins first place at the 2009 National Religious Freedom Moot Court competition at George Washington University.
The BYU Law School has a strong showing of federal and state judicial clerkships this year. Recent rankings place the law school among top schools for both United States Supreme Court justices and federal appellate judges.
J. Reuben Clark Law School former dean and professor emeritus Carl Hawkins shared first-hand insights into the establishment of the school at BYU.
The ABA Law Student Division selected Jacob Strain to act as the Master of Ceremonies at the Awards Banquet of the National Negotiation Competition held this February in Boston, Massachusetts.
At a professional development lecture, Alex Kennedy, shareholder of Jones Waldo, encouraged students to view working in a large firm as an investment in their career.
Thomas G. Alexander, professor emeritus from the BYU history department, spoke with law students about early Mormon legal history as part of Professor Backman’s revived seminar on the history of Mormon lawyers.
Trial Ad team placed first at the John C. Costello National Criminal Law Trial Advocacy Competition sponsored by George Mason University Law School. A second BYU team made it to the semi-final round.
PILF faced some challenges in this year's annual auction that is designed to help financially support law students who wish to pursue a career in public interest law.
With the introduction of a new seminar class, Professor Backman contextualizes LDS legal history and lawyers to inspire students.
Kelly Frye Glasser from the Office of the Guardian ad Litem shares insights into the challenging, yet rewarding field of child advocacy.
Students view another side of plea bargains in "The Plea," a documentary that will air on PBS, June 17. Event sponsored by Jail Outreach.
BYU Law School graduate ('76) Jim Parkinson screened his new documentary, "The Inheritance of War," at the LDS Film Festival, on Friday, Jan. 23, 2009, at the SceraXango Grand Theater in Orem.
House of Representatives of the Association of American Law Schools has elected Professor H. Reese Hansen as President of the AALS for 2010. He will serve as President-elect for 2009.
BYU law professor, W. Cole Durham, Jr., received the prestigious 2009 International First Freedom Award for extraordinary advocacy of religious freedom from the First Freedom Center.
According to a study by BYU law professor RonNell Andersen Jones, media subpoenas appear to be on the rise, and are occurring with greater frequency than opponents of the federal legislation have suggested.
David Nevin, adjunct prof. of trial practice at Univ. of Idaho College of Law shared his perspective on the rule of law during a time of terror. He is currently defending Khalid Sheikh Mohammed.
Students interested in private international law were able to hear the experiences and advice of Bill Atkin, International Associate General Counsel for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
Transfer students, along with visiting students and LLM’s, face many challenges, but they also contribute greatly to the atmosphere and success of the law school.
Prof. Fred Gedicks' article, "Indeterminancy and the Establishment Clause," is now posted on SSRN. View the abstract here.
Prof. Thomas R. Lee's article, "Abercrombie Unveiled: A Theoretical and Empirical Analysis of Trademark Distinctiveness," is now posted on SSRN.
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