New York Law School
MAGAZINE
Vol. 41, No. 1
DEAN'S MESSAGE
To the NYLS community,
Since its founding, New York Law School has demonstrated an enduring commitment to civic engagement and public discourse that has shaped the Law School’s identity and empowered numerous graduates to pursue a meaningful career in the public sector. Building on the School’s rich history, NYLS is proud to continue to inspire the next generation of lawyers and leaders to pursue public service and make a difference in our city, state, and country. Today, that commitment is more evident than ever with the Law School’s critical work leading dialogues on law, government, and public policy as well as impactful programs and initiatives related to public interest law.
In this digital issue of our School’s magazine, I’m proud to share with you a look at the past, present, and future of our community’s longstanding ties with government and exceptional impact through public interest law. We also spotlight our faculty’s achievements in their scholarship, thought leadership, and service to the profession in addition to highlighting our accomplished alumni. You’ll also find a review of many of the notable campus events from the last semester and the latest edition of Class Notes.
Anthony W. Crowell
Dean and President
Professor of Law
IN THIS ISSUE
In Pursuit of Public Good:
NYLS’s Enduring Legacy of Civic Engagement
Standing tall near Civic Center, NYLS shines as a beacon of civic engagement. For over a century, the 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 Kirk D. Burkhalter ’04 discusses police reform and accountability, legal education, jazz, and more.
Alumni Spotlight: Aaron Miner ’07 and Erin Miner ’08
Meet the Miners, an NYLS power couple whose stories serve as a testament to partnership and perseverance.
Highlights From Spring 2024
Field and Campus
Get up to date with all of the latest happenings from the Spring 2024 semester on our beloved campus in the heart of Tribeca.
Faculty Highlights
Our faculty members have an impressive impact in academia and far beyond—check in with our world-class faculty’s recent achievements.
Class Notes
Explore the recent achievements and professional milestones of NYLS alumni across diverse fields.
More Stories
Catch up on clinic success stories, new programs, campus events, student and faculty highlights, and more from the Spring 2024 semester.
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NYLS 10
Professor Kirk D. Burkhalter ’04 Answers the NYLS 10
Professor Kirk D. Burkhalter ’04 is a criminal law expert and a retired NYPD Detective, First Grade. As a member of the NYLS faculty, he teaches a number of courses, including topics such as criminal law and legal practice, to our student body. Professor Burkhalter has brought his experience and expertise to the national conversation on police reform and accountability, including through his role as the director of the 21st Century Policing Project (P21).
Here, Professor Burkhalter answers the NYLS 10—10 questions about his work, his interests, and the things he looks forward to.
Alumni Spotlight
Our Alumni Spotlight Series highlights some of the most exciting, ambitious, and successful members of our alumni community—NYLS graduates who are making real differences in New York City and beyond.
Alumni Spotlight:
Aaron Miner ’07 and Erin Miner ’08
In the latest installment of our Alumni Spotlight Series, we caught up with Aaron Miner '07 and Erin Miner '08, two distinguished NYLS alumni who have not only built successful careers in law but have also formed a strong personal partnership. What began in a crowded elevator nearly 20 years ago has grown into a lifelong bond, as they became life partners, parents to two children, and thriving legal professionals who support each other endlessly.
Their time at NYLS shaped their paths, instilling a sense of community and ambition that continues to drive them today. Recently honored at the Law Review Benefit Banquet for their achievements, the Miners exemplify the grit and determination that define the NYLS spirit.
Field and Campus
From conferences and symposiums to thought-provoking panels and fireside chats, there’s always something new happening on New York Law School’s campus.
We’ve rounded up a few event highlights from Spring 2024 to share a look at campus life.
Dean and President Anthony W. Crowell invites you to join the New York Law School community for our annual alumni celebration.
Come out to our beautiful campus for this festive occasion. As we recognize graduates in classes ending in 9 and 4, you can catch up with classmates, reconnect with NYLS, and network with other fellow alumni. We’re excited to see you there!
Thursday, October 17, 2024
Faculty Highlights
New York Law School faculty are dedicated educators and renowned experts in their respective fields. Their scholarship and professional achievements advance the rule of law and legal educational excellence in New York, across the nation, and around the world.
We’ve cataloged a sample of the activities of NYLS’s full-time faculty, including appointments, publications, awards, and media appearances.
Class Notes
More Stories
We regularly publish articles, interviews, news stories, and essays — including pieces written by our students and faculty — on our news site. Here’s a sample of stories from Spring 2024.
“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.
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.
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.
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).
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.
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.
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.
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