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Jose Almanzar ’11 and Pablo Segarra ’17 Reconnect During DBA’s Dominicana Week
Last month, New York Law School (NYLS) alumni Jose Almanzar ’11 and Pablo Segarra ’17 participated in “Dominicana Week,” a Dominican Bar Association (DBA) event designed to inspire collaboration and foster meaningful dialogue within the DBA community.
On Capitol Hill, NYLS Students Advance Legislative Advocacy Efforts
During the spring semester, six students in the Congressional Consumer and Civil Justice Clinic took a trip to Washington, D.C. where they spent a day on Capitol Hill advocating for legislation and working to advance justice.
NYLS Celebrates Equal Justice Works Fellows
New York Law School (NYLS) proudly congratulates Megan Johannesen ’25 and Alexandra Ogunsanya ’24 on their selections as Equal Justice Works (EJW) Fellows.
NYLS Appoints Justin Murray as Professor of Law
We are pleased to announce that Justin Murray has been appointed as a Professor of Law with tenure after a vote by the tenured faculty and approval by our Board of Trustees.
Celebrating the Class of 2025 at NYLS’s 133rd Commencement Exercises
On Monday, May 19, New York Law School’s Class of 2025 gathered at the iconic Lincoln Center for NYLS’s 133rd Commencement Exercises.
New York Law School Receives Accreditation From Middle States Commission on Higher Education
New York Law School (NYLS) is proud to announce that it has received institutional accreditation from the Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE).
NYLS Announces 94% Employment Rate for Class of 2024; 90% Employed in Gold Standard Jobs
New York Law School (NYLS) has achieved a 94% overall employment rate for the Class of 2024, with 90% of the class in jobs considered “gold standard” bar-required or J.D.-advantage positions.
Book Talk: Hon. Diane Kiesel Dives Deep into Law, Celebrity, and Scandal
On March 20, members of the New York Law School (NYLS) community gathered for a captivating book talk by NYLS adjunct professor Hon. Diane Kiesel.
NYLS Trustee John McMahon ’76 Delivers Energy Lecture to South African Energy Leaders
On March 18, New York Law School Trustee and Distinguished Senior Fellow John McMahon ’76 delivered a virtual lecture at the African Energy Leadership Centre of the Wits Business School in Johannesburg, South Africa.
Message From the Dean: Law Day
As a law dean, I must encourage you to reflect on the foundational principles that define our legal system, and our role as a law school and lawyers in upholding them.
Critical Themes From NYLS’s Education Justice Symposium
On March 28, 2025, the Wilf Impact Center for Public Interest Law at New York Law School convened a symposium, Progress Report: Education Justice 50 Years After Goss v. Lopez.
Criminal Defense Clinic Hosts an International German Exchange
In April, 11 law students from the Free University of Berlin in Germany visited New York Law School to learn about the American criminal legal system and the work that NYLS’s Criminal Defense Clinic does to advocate for indigent New Yorkers who are accused of misdemeanor crimes.
NYLS Broadens Harris Keenan & Goldfarb Advocacy Program With Student Ambassadors
The Harris Keenan & Goldfarb Advocacy Program launched a new Student Ambassador initiative designed to bring together NYLS’s three competitive advocacy teams—the Trial Competition Team, Moot Court Association, and the Dispute Resolution Team.
Passing of Trustee Emerita Sybil Shainwald ’76
I write with sadness to report the passing of Trustee Emerita Sybil Shainwald ’76. Sybil was a pioneering women’s health lawyer who graduated from NYLS’s evening division when she was 48 years old.
NYLS BLSA Students Illuminate and Inspire Pathways to Law
On Friday, April 4, five students from NYLS’s Black Law Students Association (BLSA) chapter brought inspiration to students at George Westinghouse High School in downtown Brooklyn.
Discover Tribeca While Studying at NYLS
Whether you’re looking to unwind after class, explore local history, or explore the city’s best dining and entertainment, Tribeca has something for everyone.
NYLS Teams Shine Across National Competitions
In recent weeks, NYLS teams have excelled across multiple competitions, winning gold and earning top honors for their exceptional oral advocacy and legal writing skills.
Michael Pastor Appointed as Dean for Technology Law Programs
I am pleased to announce the appointment of Professor Michael Pastor as our inaugural Dean for Technology Law Programs.
Honoring Women’s History Month: NYLS Alumnae on the Bench
In honor of Women’s History Month, NYLS is celebrating a few of the School’s first alumnae who have risen to judgeship and made history in New York courts.
Tips to Stay Safe Over Spring Break
As spring break approaches, New York Law School wants to ensure that our community enjoys a safe and pleasant time off.
Patent Law Clinic Helps Woman-Owned Start-Up Obtain Patent in Adaptive Fashion
Patent Law Clinic students helped their client patent her adaptive fashion invention to help mobility-impaired women.
Rachel Ettlinger ’27 Evening Authors Rule-of-Law Article for JURIST
New York Law School proudly recognizes the achievement of Rachel Ettlinger ’27 Evening, who recently authored a news article for JURIST.
The Plumeri Center Hosts Small Business Forum for Tribeca Community
The Plumeri Center for Small Business Empowerment at New York Law School hosted a panel and community gathering event on February 20 during National Entrepreneurship Week.
NYLS Receives Top Grades for Academic Programs in preLaw
New York Law School is delighted to be recognized for our academic programs in government, real estate law, and trial advocacy in preLaw magazine’s Winter 2025 issue.
Professor Kirk Burkhalter ’04 Appointed Dean for Evening Division Engagement
I am pleased to announce the appointment of Professor Kirk Burkhalter ‘04 as our inaugural Dean for Evening Division Engagement.
The Trailblazing Legacies of Black NYLS Alumni
This Black History Month, we recognize the groundbreaking achievements of some of NYLS’s most distinguished graduates. Among them are a few father-daughter duos who have made lasting impacts in their communities.
Celebrating Individuality: Unique Paths to Law
Discover how the NYLS community demonstrates how pursuing personal passions can inspire a rewarding legal education and a thriving legal career.
Professor Kris Franklin Answers the NYLS 10
Professor Franklin answers the NYLS 10 — 10 questions about her work, her interests, her worries, and the things she looks forward to.
Alumni Spotlight: Rosemarin Belliard ’17
Rosemarin Belliard ’17 shares how her passion for immigration law and mission-driven advocacy inspired the launch of her own firm.
Field and Campus: Fall 2024
Throughout the fall semester, NYLS community members engaged in civics programs, celebrations, and conversations with legal experts and public officials.
Faculty Highlights: Fall 2024
New York Law School faculty are dedicated educators and renowned experts in their respective fields. Read more about a selection of our faculty’s scholarship and professional achievements from Fall 2024.
Class Notes: Fall 2024
Class Notes reflect the recent achievements and milestones of NYLS’s esteemed alumni community.
NYLS Alumni Appointed Supervising Judges in New York City Courts
NYLS is proud to congratulate Hon. Frances Ortiz ’97 and Hon. L. Austin D’Souza ’11 on their appointments as supervising judges within the New York City court system.
In the News: Faculty Insights on National Headlines
See a selection of recent headline stories featuring legal insights from NYLS Professors Kirk D. Burkhalter ’04, Anna G. Cominsky ’05, and Rebecca Roiphe.
New York Law School’s Top Stories of 2024
Revisit a few of New York Law School’s feature stories and highlights from around the law school community in 2024.
Empowering Small Businesses With Legal Tools
On November 21, four students from New York Law School (NYLS) visited Mangrove to give a presentation helping small business owners learn their options for legally safeguarding their businesses.
Staying Safe Over the Holidays
NYLS’s new Vice President for Security and Community Affairs Dennis DeQuatro shares safety tips to help make the most of your holiday plans.
Honoring Service and Celebrating Community at NYLS’s Veterans Day Luncheon
On November 11, New York Law School hosted its annual Veterans Day Luncheon, honoring veterans within the community and celebrating the camaraderie and shared experiences that bind them.
New York Law School Receives a Foundational Gift to Establish the Plumeri Center for Small Business Empowerment
Business leader Joe Plumeri establishes a new center to empower small business owners by providing them with essential legal and business development assistance through the Law School’s clinical program.
NYLS Patent Law Clinic Visits Harvard Medical School
Three Patent Law Clinic students reflected on their recent visit to Boston and their experience working with two inventors of new medical technology.
An Intercontinental Conversation on Democracy and the Rule of Law
On the evening of October 23, NYLS hosted a gathering of esteemed legal minds for A Conversation on Constitutionalism and the Rule of Law With Two Presiding Justices.
NYLS Earns High Marks from preLaw Magazine in 3 Key Academic Areas
New York Law School is proud to be named as a top school in areas of racial justice, business law, and criminal law in preLaw magazine’s recent issue.
Meet Our Law Students: Humans of NYLS, November 2024
In this month’s edition of Humans of NYLS, meet four remarkable law students nominated by their peers, and discover how they plan to use their comprehensive legal education to support their ambitions for the future.
Career Advice: Recent NYLS Alumni Share Their Best Tips
NYLS’s Office of Academic Planning and Career Development provides law students with tailored guidance to fit their career path from the first semester of law school to well beyond graduation. We spoke with a few recent grads to hear their best career advice for current law students.
NYLS Patent Law Clinic Helps Disabled Veteran Patent Clean Energy Invention
The Patent Law Clinic of The Plumeri Center for Small Business Empowerment recently assisted client Tracy Omdahl in obtaining a U.S. patent.
New York Law School Welcomes New Faculty
New York Law School is pleased to welcome four new faculty colleagues, Andrea Johnson, Jae Hyung Ryu, Keisha Parker, and Riti Singh.
In Pursuit of Public Good: NYLS’s Enduring Legacy of Civic Engagement
For over a century, New York Law School has fostered a deep commitment to public service, attracting students and faculty who are passionate about making a difference in New York City and beyond.
Professor Kirk D. Burkhalter ’04 Answers the NYLS 10
Professor Burkhalter answers the NYLS 10 — 10 questions about his work, his interests, his worries, and the things he looks forward to.
Alumni Spotlight: Aaron Miner ’07 and Erin Miner ’08
Aaron Miner ’07 and Erin Miner ’08 share how they’ve leveraged their NYLS education to excel in their respective fields while supporting each other through their careers.
Class Notes: Spring 2024
Class Notes reflect the recent achievements and milestones of NYLS’s esteemed alumni community.
Faculty Highlights: Spring 2024
New York Law School faculty are dedicated educators and renowned experts in their respective fields. Read more about a selection of our full-time faculty’s scholarship and professional achievements from Spring 2024.
Field and Campus: Spring 2024
Get up to date with all of the latest happenings from the Spring 2024 semester on our beloved campus in the heart of Tribeca.
New York Law School Launches the Center for New York City and State Law
The Center for New York City Law, Building Upon a Legacy of Success and In-Depth New York City Coverage Over 30 Years, Will Get a New Name and Offer an Expanded Set of Programs Led by a Team of Experts on City and State Issues
NYLS Earns Accolades in preLaw’s 2024 Back to School Issue
In preLaw magazine’s recent issue, New York Law School is proud to be named as a top school in areas of technology law, child and family law, and human rights law.
Welcoming the Classes of 2027 and 2028 at NYLS’s 2024 Orientation
This August, New York Law School (NYLS) opened its doors to the Classes of 2027 and 2028 with a dynamic and comprehensive orientation designed to welcome, inspire, and prepare the newest members of the NYLS community.
Professor Ross Sandler Appointed as Inaugural Samuel Seabury Professor of Law
New York Law School Dean and President Anthony Crowell is proud to announce that Professor Ross Sandler, has been appointed as the inaugural Samuel Seabury Professor of Law.
Student Reflections on Summer in Rome With the Law and Global Society Program
Student and faculty participants of the New York Law School (NYLS) Law and Global Society Program brimmed with stories to share with the NYLS community.
NYLS Announces New Co-Directors of Innovation Center for Law and Technology
NYLS Professors Shahrokh (Seve) Falati ’08 and Michael Pastor will lead the Innovation Center in the upcoming academic year.
New Edelman ’82 and Townley (BLS ’91) Scholarship Supports Labor and Employment Law Careers
NYLS is proud to announce a new scholarship established by Howard C. Edelman ’82 and Rosemary A. Townley (BLS ’91), which will support students in NYLS Pro, the part-time evening division program, who have an interest in a labor and employment law career.
The Bar Exam Is Around the Corner. Help Our Grads Succeed.
It takes a tremendous amount of hard work to prepare for the bar exam. Your support can make an indelible impact on NYLS bar takers.
NYLS Congratulates Vincent Viola ’83 on Florida Panthers’ Stanley Cup Win
New York Law School proudly congratulates Vincent Viola ’83, owner of the Florida Panthers, for leading the team to its first-ever Stanley Cup victory.
NYLS’s Civic Fame Award Honors Profound Impact of NYC Law Department
The NYLS Civic Fame Award celebrates the NYC Law Department’s profound and lasting impact on the city.
Message From the Dean on Honoring Juneteenth
On June 19, our nation celebrates Juneteenth, the holiday commemorating the end of slavery in the United States.
Finding Empathy and Resilience in the Criminal Defense Clinic
Anahita Khorsand ’24 shares her perspective on her experience in the New York Law School Criminal Defense Clinic.
“My shoulders feel light now”: NYLS Clinic Celebrates Asylum Grants for 6 Afghans
NYLS Asylum Clinic students worked with six Afghan women who escaped Kabul though the large-scale evacuations.
New York Law School Honors the Class of 2024 at 132nd Commencement Exercises
On Monday, May 20, the warm spring air buzzed with excitement as New York Law School’s Class of 2024 entered the historic Beacon Theatre.
Post-Conviction Innocence Clinic Client’s Conviction Vacated After Years of Work
On May 16, 2024, after serving 23 years in prison, Stephen Carrington, represented by the Post-Conviction Innocence Clinic (PCIC) at New York Law School (NYLS), was exonerated in Brooklyn Supreme Court.
Racial Justice Project Honors 70th Anniversary of Brown v. Board of Education
On the 70th anniversary of the Brown v. Board of Education decision, New York Law School’s Racial Justice Project reflects on the decision’s impact and legacy.
NYLS Launches The Ross Sandler and Alice M. Sandler Fellowship Fund
New York Law School is proud to announce the launch of The Ross Sandler and Alice M. Sandler Fellowship Fund, which will encourage and support New York Law School students to consider careers in government.
NYLS’s Paulina Davis Wins $45,000 Award for Housing Documentary
Paulina Davis, Senior Advisor for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at New York Law School (NYLS), recently won the 2024 DocPitch Audience Award for her feature documentary, “The Co-op: The Kids of Dorie Miller.”
NYLS Clinic Students Go to Congress
On April 19, the Congressional Consumer and Civil Justice Clinic took a trip to Washington D.C., which was the culmination of students’ outstanding work this semester on a variety of important bills and issues in Congress today.
NYLS Launches Law and Global Society Summer Abroad Program in Rome
New York Law School (NYLS) has launched a Law and Global Society Program in Rome, Italy.
Professor Penelope Andrews Participates in International Peace Institute Panel
For International Women’s Day on March 8, John Marshall Harlan II Professor of Law Penelope Andrews, Director of the NYLS Racial Justice Project, joined a significant panel discussion hosted by the International Peace Institute (IPI) in collaboration with the Malala Fund and the Atlantic Council.
New York City Corporation Counsel Sylvia O. Hinds-Radix Named Keynote Speaker at New York Law School’s 132nd Commencement
The Honorable Sylvia O. Hinds-Radix, New York City’s Corporation Counsel, will deliver the keynote address at New York Law School’s 132nd Commencement Ceremony.
Meet Our Law Students: Humans of NYLS, April 2024
In this month’s edition of Humans of NYLS, we’re showcasing five peer-nominated students and their academic and extracurricular pursuits.
Professors Britney Wilson and Claire Thomas Lead NYLS Clinics to Triumph
New York Law School (NYLS) is proud to recognize two impressive legal successes in championing equality for Professor Britney Wilson and the Civil Rights and Disability Justice Clinic, and Professor Claire R. Thomas ’11 and the Asylum Clinic.
A 1L Guide to Building Community
One of NYLS’s primary objectives is to ensure that every student can work as part of a team, which requires a deep commitment to partnership between students, faculty, and administration.
NYLS Announces 95% Employment Rate for Class of 2023; 91% Employed in Gold Standard Jobs
“I am extraordinarily proud of our 2023 graduates and the entire Academic Planning and Career Development team who have been partners together to achieve this historic success,” said Anthony W. Crowell, Dean and President.
The Women of Three Mile Island Recount Their Untold Truths
On Wednesday, March 20, the Wilf Impact Center for Public Interest Law hosted a screening and panel discussion of Radioactive: The Women of Three Mile Island, an award-winning documentary about the worst commercial nuclear accident in U.S. history.
NYLS Appoints Hon. Anthony Cannataro ’96, NYS Court of Appeals Associate Judge and former Acting Chief Judge, as Distinguished Adjunct Professor
The Hon. Anthony Cannataro ’96, currently an Associate Judge on the New York State Court of Appeals and former Acting Chief Judge, has been appointed a Distinguished Adjunct Professor at New York Law School.
Max Politics Podcast Arrives at New York Law School
Ben Max, the Center for New York City Law’s Executive Editor and Program Director and former Executive Editor of Gotham Gazette, has brought Max Politics, his popular and engaging podcast on New York policy and politics, to New York Law School.
preLaw Magazine Names NYLS a Top School in Spring 2024 Issue
In preLaw magazine’s spring 2024 issue, New York Law School earned high marks for its’ practical training, alternative dispute resolution (ADR), environmental law, and intellectual property law programs.
Meet Our Law Students: Humans of NYLS, March 2024
In this month’s edition of Humans of NYLS, we’re spotlighting four peer-nominated students whose diverse passions inform their academic and extracurricular endeavors.
Professors Rebecca Roiphe and Jeffrey Wice Named 2024 Trailblazers in Law
New York Law School proudly congratulates Professors Rebecca Roiphe and Jeffrey Wice on their recognition as Trailblazers in Law.
NYLS Clinic Secures Patent on Technology to Help Children With Hearing Loss
NYLS’s Patent Law Clinic secured a U.S. patent for their client, Ashley Sommer, who developed technology related to cochlear implants for children with hearing disabilities.
AALS Selects New York Law School as Co-Host of the Journal of Legal Education
The Association of American Law Schools (AALS) is pleased to announce New York Law School (NYLS) as a new co-host law school for the Journal of Legal Education (JLE).
Dean Crowell Shares Lessons From His Career in New York Law Journal
Interviewed by NYLS alumnus Steve Cohen ’13, Partner at Pollock Cohen, Dean Crowell reflected on the lessons learned along his career path, and what he hopes to impart to current and future generations of students.
Making a Life in America With Help From NYLS Faculty and Safe Passage Project
Learn about one young person’s journey to seek asylum through the Safe Passage Project, with assistance from Professor Emeritus Frank Munger.
Passing of Sally Harding, Dean of Students, Emerita
I write with profound sadness and a heavy heart to let you know that Dean of Students, Emerita, Sally Harding tragically passed away earlier today.
Learning New Skills and Finding Belonging in the Pre-Law Pipeline Program
Every spring, applications open and preparations begin for NYLS’s Undergraduate Summer Pre-Law Pipeline Program. To get a sense of the program, we’re looking back at last year’s session.
Black History Month Event: Honoring Justice Thurgood Marshall
On February 8, 2024, NYLS’s Racial Justice Project hosted an event honoring the legal icon Justice Thurgood Marshall.
Top Grades for NYLS in Academics, Diversity, and Campus
In its latest issue, preLaw magazine awarded New York Law School top grades for key academic programs in addition to highlighting our impressive Tribeca campus and diversity initiatives.
The Art of Law at NYLS
Take a tour around campus to discover the natural partnership between the study of law and the appreciation and practice of art.
Alumni Spotlight: Andrew C. Kassner ’83
Faegre Drinker Chair Emeritus Andrew Kassner ’83 shares insights from his career in bankruptcy law and firm management, including one of the largest law firm mergers in American history.
Professor Molly Guptill Manning Answers the NYLS 10
Professor Manning answers the NYLS 10, weighing in on historical and modern freedom of expression issues and more.
Faculty Highlights: Fall 2023
New York Law School faculty are dedicated educators and renowned experts in their respective fields. Read more about a selection of our full-time faculty’s scholarship and professional achievements from Fall 2023.
Field and Campus: Fall 2023
There’s always something new happening on New York Law School’s campus. From civic programs and panel discussions to community celebrations and student organization events, the Fall 2023 semester was a busy one. Read some of our latest dispatches from 185 West Broadway.
Our Journey to the Birthplace of the Environmental Justice Movement
Students in the NYLS Civil Rights and Disability Justice Clinic share their experiences at the 2023 Summit on Climate, Environmental Justice, Racism, and the Law.
Meet Our Law Students: Humans of NYLS, January 2024
Read more about these four law students, nominated by their peers for January’s edition of Humans of NYLS, and learn about their goals for their future legal careers.
New York Law School Appoints Stephen Louis as Distinguished Fellow and Counsel to the Center for New York City Law
Stephen Louis will provide leadership and spearhead new projects and programs that position New York Law School as the go-to destination for law students aspiring to public service careers.