Twenty-five years ago, the unimaginable happened just eight blocks from New York Law School. Today, we honor the lives lost and the resilience of the community.
Incoming 1Ls Begin Their NYLS Journey at 2026 Orientation
New York Law School recently welcomed the Classes of 2029 and 2030 to campus for 2026 Orientation, a week of programs introducing students to the NYLS community, the study of law, and the tools they need to step into their law school journey.
Meet NYLS’s Newest Postgraduate Fellows in Social Justice
Three graduates from New York Law School’s Class of 2026 are advancing their commitment to social justice through fellowships focused on immigration, LGBTQ+, and disability rights.
Take a Glance at NYLS’s 2026 Entering Class
As NYLS welcomes new students during Orientation Week, learn more about the academic accomplishments, professional experience, and diverse perspectives of the incoming class.
The Family Law Quarterly Celebrates Five Years at NYLS
Alongside our 135th anniversary, New York Law School is celebrating our fifth year as the academic home of the Family Law Quarterly.
NYLS Competition Teams Celebrate Recent Successes
In Spring 2026, NYLS teams have demonstrated their excellence and earned accolades across multiple competitions.
New York Law School Celebrates Its 134th Commencement Exercises
On Monday, May 18, 2026, New York Law School celebrated its 134th Commencement Exercises at David Geffen Hall at Lincoln Center, honoring the Class of 2026 before an audience of family, friends, and the Law School community.
Community Service in Practice: BLSA Mentorship and Outreach Initiatives
Throughout the Spring 2026 semester, Christina Harris ’26, Vice President for the Day Division of the Black Law Students Association, led a series of community-centered initiatives designed to expand access to legal knowledge and create meaningful connections between law students and youth.
Patent Law Clinic Assists Innovator Addressing Water Insecurity
The NYLS Patent Law Clinic (PLC) helped an inventor patent his breakthrough technology offering a potentially transformative approach to ensuring access to safe water.
NYLS Dispute Resolution Team Places Second in National Competition
In February 2026, the New York Law School Team, consisting of competitors Sam Walsh ’27, Sarah Lara ’27, and student coaches Jacqueline Zamora ’26 and Jerin Jabin ’26, participated in the regional competition hosted by Regent University School of Law.