The first round of admit letters are in the mail, and we’re excited to start welcoming the #Classof2024 to Richmond Law.
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A New Approach to Election Protection
Amidst this year’s pandemic, students are working virtually to support non-partisan voter protection efforts.
October 12, 2020
University News
Then and now: A look at 150 years of Richmond Law
See how the school has changed, and what’s remained the same, over 15 decades of producing top-notch lawyers.
September 23, 2020
A Call to Serve
Numerous partnerships with the Carrico Center provide students with opportunities to assist the local Richmond community in the wake of COVID-19 and racial justice.
September 10, 2020
Challenge Accepted
The Legal Business Design Challenge marks the start of Richmond Law’s new program on legal innovation and entrepreneurship, in partnership with Baker Donelson.
September 2, 2020
A New Challenge in Education Law
Alum Kathleen Mehfoud’s education law practice pivots to support school districts during pandemic
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@BLSARichmond is gearing up for its second annual judges panel, "An Honorable Conversation." The judges participating in this event include:
* Chief Judge Roger Gregory - U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit
* Justice Cleo Powell - Supreme Court of Virginia
* Judge Randall G. Johnson Jr. - Henrico County Circuit Court
* Judge Marilynn Goss - Richmond Juvenile & Domestic Relations District Court
Mark you calendar for November 10 from...
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Simon Tam - bassist and founder of The Slants - will join Richmond Law students on Oct. 30 to discuss his book, "Slanted: How an Asian American Troublemaker Took On the Supreme Court." Brought to you by the Asian Pacific American Law Student Association and the Student Intellectual Property Association.
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The Veterans & Military Law Association has collected 331 books for the Hunter Holmes McGuire VA Hospital, and raised $725 to benefit homeless veterans! The t-shirt fundraiser continues until November 11.
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2L Amanda Short checked in from her internship at the Petersburg Central Virginia Legal Aid Society.
“I am honored to work with attorneys that continue to provide the best work for clients that truly need and deserve the assistance … I have worked on cases involving family law, consumer law, and housing law.” - Amanda
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Members of the Student Bar Association are kicking off the second phase of the #GetOutTheVote campaign by sharing why voting is important to them. During this second phase, members of SBA will be available to assist ensuring your ballot is cast. In the meantime, here are some important dates to keep in mind for those voting in Virginia:
- Deadline to Request a Mail-In Ballot: Friday, October 23 at 5:00pm (Must Be Returned With a Postmark of...
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On October 10, 1870, Richmond Law officially opened. Today we’re celebrating 150 years of educating lawyers!
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🕷 154 Students
🕷 28% Minority Students
🕷 Average Age = 25
🕷 51% Out-of-State
🕷 Representing 30 states and D.C., plus the United Arab Emirates, China, India, Guatemala, and Uganda
The official #Classof2023 profile is now live on the Richmond Law website, and we invite you to learn more about the 1Ls by visiting our website.
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In case you need a #DogsofInstagram break: Chris White, L’20, a public defender practicing in Glendive, Montana, brought some #SpiderPride - and his pup - on the road with him to Deadwood, South Dakota. Thanks for checking in with us, Chris! #LawSpiderSpotting #DogsofRichmondLaw
(📸: Kay White, WC’77)
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Flashing back to pumpkin carving last year, but looking forward to the upcoming physically distanced fall mini breaks we have planned:
150th Anniversary Celebration
Thursday, Oct. 8 12-1 p.m.
Hot Cocoa to Go
Tuesday, Oct. 13 12-1 p.m.
Go Nuts for Donuts
Wednesday, Oct. 21 7:30-8:30 a.m.
Personal Pumpkin Kits
Monday, Oct. 26 12-1 p.m.
(Students: Check your email for more details.)
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After gaining first-hand experience with the Commonwealth’s Attorney’s Office for Rockingham County and the City of Harrisonburg over the summer, 3L Mary Margaret Hawkins solidified her career goal to be a prosecutor. #LawSpiderSpotting
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3Ls: If you haven't already submitted your graduation application, remember the deadline is this Friday, September 25. Visit bannerweb.richmond.edu, then select Student Services Menu -> Student Records -> Apply to Graduate. If you have any questions, please contact Dean Sklut at asklut@richmond.edu.
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