New York Law School alumni Michael Bowe ’91 and Heidi Goldsmith ’21 recently connected under unique circumstances: the launch of Brithem LLP, a new boutique law firm focused on high-level courtroom advocacy in matters with significant commercial and societal impact.
Professor Lenni B. Benson Co-Authors New Edition of Immigration and Nationality Law
NYLS Professor Lenni B. Benson, together with Professor Shoba Sivaprasad Wadhia of Penn State Dickinson Law, has released the third edition of Immigration and Nationality Law, published by Carolina Academic Press.
Professor Penelope Andrews Honored at University of Pretoria Symposium
On December 12 and 13, the faculty of law at the University of Pretoria (UP) in South Africa hosted a symposium in honor of NYLS’s John Marshall Harlan II Professor of Law Penelope Andrews.
The Legacy of the NYLS Pro Evening Division
On Sunday, October 19, 2025, the NYLS Pro Evening Division community came together for the first annual Family Day.
New Board Chair John Estes ’95 on Innovation, Collaboration, and NYLS’s Future
In July 2025, NYLS announced John E. Estes ’95 as the new Chair of its Board of Trustees. Learn more about his clear and ambitious vision for the Law School’s next chapter.
NYLS’s Constitution and Citizenship Day Summit: Exploring Civic Engagement and Education
On September 16, 2025, New York Law School (NYLS) hosted the inaugural Constitution and Citizenship Day Summit.
NYLS Professor Susan J. Abraham Helps Bring Restorative Justice to Broadway
New York Law School (NYLS) Professor Susan J. Abraham is the Restorative Justice Consultant for Punch, a Broadway show based on a true story of restorative justice.
Empowering Tomorrow’s Lawyers in the Age of AI: The NYLS Approach
Artificial intelligence (AI) is reshaping legal education and practice in real time. New York Law School is meeting this moment head-on, with our community leading the way in exploring both the promise and the challenges of this transformation. Through innovative coursework, a dedicated AI Task Force, and a strong focus on ethics and responsibility, NYLS is empowering the next generation of lawyers to engage with AI critically and responsibly.
Alumni Spotlight: Tarrian Ellis ’18
Meet Tarrian Ellis ’18, a financial services attorney fluent in both the complexities of financial regulation and the language of public service.
Your Guide to Navigating the Law School Admissions Process
The “Navigating the Admissions Process” series, hosted by New York Law School’s Office of Admissions and Student Financial Services, offers a rare chance to learn about the law school admissions process straight from the decision-makers.










