A Banner Year for Richmond Law's Institute for Actual Innocence
Richmond Law's Institute for Actual Innocence achieved four groundbreaking wins in 2024.
Rethinking Capital Punishment
Richmond Law professors lead impact on death penalty reform
Get to know our new faculty: Professor Tom Donnelly
After a multifaceted career, Professor Tom Donnelly joins the Richmond Law faculty, encouraging students to “find your passion in the law.”
Law Spiders Named Influential Women of Law
Seven Richmond Law Spiders have been recognized for their exceptional contributions to law, leadership, and justice.
Actual Innocence Clinic Receives Clemency for Client
Amber Gauch’s sentence is commuted with the help of Richmond Law’s clinic
Richmond Law Alumni Shine in the Virginia Business 25th Annual Legal Elite “Silver Jubilee”
Congratulations to all of our alumni on this outstanding achievement and continued tradition of excellence!
Passionate Advocate
Meet Gracie Elliott, Richmond Law SBA President
Access to Justice
From student to teacher, Richmond Law alumna leads new clinic.
Legal Connections
Student-focused series expands legal networks one meal at a time.
Embracing Authenticity
New “Belonging in Practice” series helps students navigate cultural competency and identity in the legal profession.
Blazing a Trail … Again!
Thanks to 107 generous donors, Richmond Law has awarded the first Law Women’s Centennial Scholarship.
Inspirational Gift
Anonymous donor makes six-figure commitment in honor of Robert R. Merhige Jr., urges others to join in!
Richmond Law Wins National Veterans Law Moot Court Competition
Mays and Clendining claim victory over 27 teams from 20 law schools