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Fordham Law Completes Campaign, Exceeding Goal
Nine thousand alumni, friends, parents, faculty, and staff came together to surpass the Law School's FORWARD Campaign goal, committing more than $107 million to support legal education, expand opportunity, and invest in scholarship.
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At Fordham Law, Political Correspondent Steve Kornacki Breaks Down the 2024 Presidential Election
A standing-room-only crowd gathered to hear journalist Steve Kornacki talk about his life and career path during an hour-long conversation with Adjunct Professor Jerry Goldfeder, director of the Law School’s …
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Fox26 Houston: Adam Shlahet Discusses the Challenges Selecting a Jury for Trump Trial
Adam Shlahet, Director of the Brendan Moore Trial Advocacy Center, appeared on Fox 26 Houston to discuss the challenges in finding an impartial jury for former President Donald Trump’s historic hush …
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Scholarship Founder George Olsen ’85 Honored by Fordham Law School for “Opening Doors” for Students
George Olsen ’85 didn’t begin his legal education until his late 30s. His Fordham Law education became the launching pad for a successful career in real estate, instilling in him …
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The Guardian: Prof. Cheryl Bader Analyzes the Significance of Trump’s First Criminal Trial
After months of buildup, Donald Trump will become the first former president to ever stand criminal trial. Fordham Law Professor Cheryl Bader, a former federal prosecutor, is quoted in the …
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Fordham Law’s Black Law Student Association Wins Regional and National Awards
Fordham Law’s Black Law Students Association (BLSA) won top national and regional honors in recognition of its leadership at two recent awards celebrations. “As a student organization, we dedicate significant …
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Second Circuit Court of Appeals Headlines Judicial Center’s 2024 Judicial Day in Residence
Fordham Law School community members had the rare opportunity to interact with eight judges from the Second Circuit Court of Appeals on March 6. The Judicial Day in Residence program …
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Fordham Law Symposium Examines Evolving Legal Issues Around 2024 Presidential Election
Fordham Law Professor Thomas H. Lee, an expert on constitutional law, civil procedure, and litigation, was skeptical of the legal reasoning behind former President Donald Trump’s claim that he is …
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Federal Judge Robert Kirsch ’91 Reflects on His Life-long Career in Public Service
Judge Robert Kirsch ’91 is widely recognized as a long-time champion for juvenile justice and at-risk youth, which includes his establishment of a state-wide juvenile re-entry program. He visited Fordham …
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Law.com: Dean Matthew Diller Discusses Addressing Mental Health in Law School
Dean Matthew Diller and Director of Professionalism, Maya FitzGerald, are quoted in a Law.com article discussing the need for a stronger focus on mental health protections in law school. “We …
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Thanina Haddadi, LL.M. ’24 and Julia Tedesco ’23 Celebrated as Emerging Leaders in Immigrant Justice Advocacy
Thanina (Nina) Haddadi, LL.M. ’24 and Julia K. Tedesco ’23 were each honored with the Feerick Center for Social Justice’s Defender of the Dream Awards at the Center’s 8th Annual …
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In Today’s Volatile Politics, Federal Judge Kent Jordan Stresses the Need For Civil Debate
In February, the Center for Judicial Events & Clerkships (CJEC) welcomed Judge Kent Jordan of the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit as its 2024 Distinguished Jurist in …
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National Women’s Soccer League Commissioner Jessica Berman ’02 Named Fordham Law School’s 2024 Diploma Ceremony Speaker
Fordham Law School is proud to announce that Jessica Berman ’02, commissioner of the National Women’s Soccer League (NWSL), will serve as the graduation speaker at Fordham Law School’s 117th …
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March 2024: In Memoriam
We mourn the loss of… Robert “Bob” Neuner ’65
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March 2024: Class Notes
Prof. Constantine N. Katsoris LAW ’57 was honored with Fordham University’s 60-year Bene Merenti Medal at the University Convocation on March 3. Edward Wallace LAW ’76 was included on the …
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The New York Post: Prof. Jerry Goldfeder Discusses What’s Next for Trump In NY Fraud Case
Fordham Law Professor Jerry Goldfeder is quoted in a New York Post article discussing what’s next for former President Trump as he appeals fraud judgement. Jerry Goldfeder, a professor at …
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Ruth Whitehead Whaley ’24: Woman of Firsts
In celebration of Women’s History Month, Fordham Law is honoring trailblazing graduates who broke barriers and changed the legal profession. Ruth Whitehead Whaley ’24 was the first Black woman to …
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Meet Emma Hazeltine ’24
As a Midwest-native and first-generation law student, Emma Hazeltine ’24 has felt prepared and supported thanks to mentorship at Fordham Law. Since arriving at Fordham Law, she has sought opportunities …
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The Atlantic: Prof. Zephyr Teachout Argues Critics of the TikTok Bill Are Missing the Point
Fordham Law Professor Zephyr Teachout argues that Congress’s push to force TikTok’s sale isn’t just about data privacy— it’s about safeguarding democracy from foreign influence, echoing long-standing concerns in American …
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The Conversation US: Prof. Eleanor Brown Argues Marriage May Not Be An Effective Anti-Poverty Strategy
Fordham Law Professor Eleanor Brown co-authored an article for The Conversation U.S. arguing that marriage may not be as effective a strategy at combating poverty as many have been led to …
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National Center for Access to Justice at Fordham Law School Launches Consumer Debt Litigation Index
The National Center for Access to Justice (NCAJ) at Fordham Law School has announced the release of the Consumer Debt Litigation Index, an online resource that shows some progress toward …
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