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Distinguished Adjunct Professor Peter J. Strauss Honored for Pioneering Work in Elder Law
Distinguished Adjunct Professor Peter J. Strauss was honored as the 2022 recipient of the 28th Annual NAELA Theresa Award for his outstanding work in elder law and advocacy for individuals with disabilities.
The Path to a Powerful Personal Statement
A personal statement rounds out a law school application with critical information about the applicant: It shows who they are as a person, a student, and a future lawyer.
NYLS Alum Anthony Perrotto ’14 Named New LeGal Board President
New York Law School congratulates Anthony Perrotto ’14 on his appointment as Board President of the LGBT Bar Association of Greater New York (LeGaL).
New York Law School Welcomes David Simson as Associate Professor of Law
New York Law School (NYLS) Dean Anthony W. Crowell today announced that Professor David Simson is joining NYLS as Associate Professor of Law. His initial teaching assignments include constitutional law, and courses on race and the law. He will be affiliated with the Wilf Impact Center for Public Interest Law and the Racial Justice Project.
Professor Rebecca Roiphe Offers Wide-Ranging Expertise in the Media
New York Law School Trustee Professor of Law Rebecca Roiphe has made a number of media appearances in recent weeks, offering expertise on everything from the January 6 hearings to Supreme Court rulings on gun laws to celebrity chef Mario Batali’s sexual misconduct trial.
Dean Camille Broussard Honored by the American Association of Law Libraries
Camille Broussard, Associate Dean and Library Director at New York Law School’s Mendik Library, was honored by American Association of Law Libraries with an AALL Hall of Fame Award in the organization’s 2022 award cycle.
Franklin University Switzerland Honors Professor Penelope Andrews
This year, Franklin University Switzerland bestowed special honors on Professor Penelope Andrews. At the school’s 52nd annual graduation ceremony, she was presented with an Honorary Degree for her distinguished legal career and global human rights advocacy, and she addressed the class of 2022 as the keynote speaker.
NYLS Celebrates Three Years of Graduates at Commencement
For the first time since 2019, New York Law School graduates convened in person for the 130th Commencement Exercises—a joyful return to in-person ceremony and celebration.
Meet Our Law Students: Humans of NYLS, May 2022
Meet the law students in our dynamic community through the Humans of NYLS series.
Fines & Fees Justice Center Receives Donation From Philanthropist MacKenzie Scott
The Fines & Fees Justice Center, located at NYLS, has received a generation donation to support the organization’s efforts to restore integrity to the U.S. justice system by eliminating the harmful and unjust impacts of fines and fees.
Professor Arthur S. Leonard’s Work in Gay City News Wins Prestigious Prize
Gay City News, New York City’s weekly LGBTQ+ newspaper, won first prize in the New York Press Association Better Newspaper Contest for coverage of crime, policing, and courts. The award included Professor Emeritus Arthur S. Leonard’s article “Supreme Court Unanimously Rules for Catholic Social Services in Foster Care Policy Dispute” about the Fulton v. City of Philadelphia case.
The Future of the Evening Division: Professor Kirk D. Burkhalter ’04 on NYLS Pro
Professor Kirk Burkhalter reflects on the research that fueled the development of NYLS Pro to fit the needs of the busy 21st-century professional, as well as his own experiences with the Evening Division.
Madeleine Robinson 3L Wins Award for Family Law Writing
Madeleine Robinson 3L has won recognition for her legal writing in the 13th annual Hofstra Law and the Association of Family and Conciliation Courts (AFCC) Family Law Writing Competition.
Meet Our Law Students: Humans of NYLS, April 2022
Learn more about law students in our vibrant community through the Humans of NYLS series.
International Law Expert Ruti Teitel Discusses Russia’s War Against Ukraine in CNN Op-Ed
In an op-ed for CNN, Professor Ruti Teitel writes about what legal actions can be taken to address what may be war crimes and crimes against humanity.
Ford Foundation Awards Civil Rights and Disability Justice Clinic $300,000 Grant
The Ford Foundation has awarded New York Law School’s Civil Rights and Disability Justice Clinic a generous grant to support the Clinic’s work over the next three years. The award will help propel the Clinic in its critical advocacy for civil rights.
Judge Judy Sheindlin ’65 Named Keynote Speaker for New York Law School’s 130th Commencement
Television icon Judge Judy Sheindlin ’65 will give the keynote address for NYLS’s first traditional in-person commencement ceremony in three years due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Honoring Women’s History Month With a Look Back at Our Archives
As we celebrate Women’s History Month, we’ve compiled a sampling of articles from our archives that highlight women and law.
Irina Gomelskaya Shares What to Know About Emerging and Nontraditional Legal Careers
In an article for The National Jurist, NYLS’s Executive Director of Career Development and Employer and Alumni Relations shares key advice for law students on emerging and nontraditional legal careers.
New York Law School Introduces “NYLS Pro” a Reimagined Evening Division for Today’s Working Professionals
NYLS is meeting the evolving needs of 21st century working professionals committed to transforming their careers with a redesigned Evening Division that’s more accessible, flexible, and affordable.
Ronald H. Filler Named to the FIA Hall of Fame
Filler and this year’s class join 165 other members of the Hall of Fame, which was established in 2005.
AT&T Awards Two NYLS Students $2,500 for Their Pro Bono Service
Two NYLS students have been awarded the AT&T Pro Bono Excellence Scholarship in recognition of their exemplary pro bono service to those in need.
Unpacking the Legacy of Archbishop Emeritus Desmond Tutu
Members of the NYLS community gathered for a panel discussion about the impact of the late Archbishop Emeritus Desmond Tutu and how his principles can be used to meet the challenges of racial justice we face today.
NYLS Recognized by preLaw Magazine in Three Distinguished Areas
PreLaw Magazine’s Winter 2022 issue honored the work of our community in three distinguished areas: 25 Most Innovative Schools, Leaders in Public Policy, and Best Schools for Hispanics.
Trustee Ross F. Moskowitz ’84 and Adjunct Professor Jeffrey M. Wice Named to City & State’s “50 Over 50”
Trustee Ross F. Moskowitz ’84 and Adjunct Professor Jeffrey M. Wice are among “the age disruptors who changed New York” named in City & State’s new “50 Over 50” list.
Biden Administration Officials Honor NYLS and Other Law Schools
NYLS faculty and students were among those honored at the White House for answering the call to address the housing and eviction crisis and to help access to justice.
Judge Judy Sheindlin Makes Legacy Gift to New York Law School to Support Women in the Law
Television icon Judge Judy Sheindlin ’65 and Dean Anthony W. Crowell announce a historic gift creating substantial opportunities for women to attend law school and become leaders in the legal profession.
preLaw Magazine Features NYLS as a Standout Stand-Alone Law School
A recent issue of preLaw magazine spotlights the benefits of attending an independent graduate institution like New York Law School.
Highlighting Judiciary Experiences at NYLS
At NYLS, students have exceptional opportunities to work with judges in one of the many courthouses near campus to gain valuable legal experience.
Tribeca Pandemic Recovery Task Force: Business Needs Assessment Survey
Fill out this Business Needs Assessment Survey to help inform the pandemic recovery strategy for the Tribeca neighborhood.
Spotlight on NYLS’s Nonprofit and Small Business Clinic
NYLS’s Nonprofit and Small Business Clinic helps law students develop the knowledge and skills to handle a wide-range of transactional legal matters by working with nonprofits and small businesses throughout New York City.
Statement by NYLS Dean and President Anthony Crowell on the Election of NYLS Professor Alvin Bragg as Manhattan District Attorney
NYLS proudly congratulates our friend and colleague, Professor Alvin Bragg, for making New York City history with his election as the next Manhattan District Attorney.
NYLS’s Cyberharassment Clinic Helps Victims of Online Harassment
NYLS’s Cyberharassment Clinic provides an unprecedented opportunity for law students to represent victims of online harassment.
New York Law School Launches Public Redistricting Mapping Project
New York Census and Redistricting Institute has launched a statewide Public Mapping Redistricting Project to coincide with the 2021 state redistricting cycle.
NYLS’s Graduate Tax Program Voted No. 1 for 12th Year in a Row
The program is open to qualified lawyers who hold a J.D. degree from an American Bar Association-accredited law school or an equivalent foreign law degree. Register for an upcoming information sessions.
Stories From the Asylum Clinic: 2020–21
The 2020–21 academic year was fully remote for the Asylum Clinic. Though many of the eight clinic students have never met in real life, they learned to work as a team and to advocate tirelessly for their clients.
New York Law School Appoints Erin Felker Bond ’08 as Associate Dean for Academic Planning and Career Development
A leader and innovative administrator, Erin Bond ’08 will build upon NYLS’s record of career placement success and ensure graduates thrive in a transforming legal industry.
New York Law School Receives Transformative Gift to Establish a National Public Interest Scholars Program
Dean Anthony W. Crowell and NYLS Trustee and distinguished alumnus Zygi Wilf ’74, Principal Owner of the Minnesota Vikings, announce a historic $5-million gift that will expand NYLS’s public interest work.
Message From the Dean: Remembering 9/11
Read Dean Crowell’s message of reflection on the 20th anniversary of the September 11 attacks.
Commemorating the 20th Anniversary of September 11
On the 20th anniversary of the September 11 attacks, we commemorate the tragedy that shook the world, reshaping New York City and the nation.
NYLS a Top School for Criminal Law, Family, Government, and Human Rights
In the latest issue of preLaw magazine, New York Law School was named a top school for its programs in several key areas.
NYLS Combating the Housing and Eviction Crisis
Dean Crowell joined dozens of law school deans across the country to issue a public statement in support of Attorney General Garland’s statement urging the legal community to provide support in the coming housing and eviction crisis.
Philips Device Users, Civil Rights and Disability Advocates Call for Immediate Repair and Replacement of Recalled Philips Respironics Devices
Philips device users, the Civil Rights and Disability Justice Clinic at NYLS, and more than two dozen disability rights organizations and advocates, sent a letter to Philips Respironics requesting immediate action to repair, replace, and offer guidance to medical professionals on recalled devices relied upon by many users for life-sustaining care.
Field and Campus: Spring 2023
Get up-to-date with all of the latest happenings from the Fall 2023 semester on our beloved campus in the heart of Tribeca.
Professor Ann F. Thomas Elected to American College of Tax Counsel
As a leader in tax law who has made exceptional contributions to her chosen profession, Professor Ann F. Thomas has been elected to the American College of Tax Counsel.
Alumni Spotlight: Marc Lasry ’84, Co-Owner of the Milwaukee Bucks
The Milwaukee Bucks are in the NBA Finals, playing against the Phoenix Suns for the chance to win their first championship since 1971.
NYLS Announces Tribeca Task Force Members As Part of Community-Driven COVID-19 Recovery Effort
Members of the newly created Tribeca Pandemic Recovery Task Force will coordinate a cohesive, community-driven pandemic recovery strategy for the neighborhood.
Inside NYLS’s Latest Work Protecting Housing Rights
Throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, NYLS’s Housing Rights Clinic has helped clients stay in their homes.
NYLS Appoints Michael J. Pastor the Inaugural Director of the James Tricarico Jr. Institute for the Business of Law and In-House Counsel
Michael Pastor is a seasoned in-house counsel leader and the former lead technology counsel for New York City.
Statement on the Passing of the Honorable Robert A. Katzmann, Former Chief Judge of the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit
NYLS mourns the passing of one of its most deeply cherished friends, the Honorable Robert A. Katzmann, former Chief Judge of the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit.
Independent Graduate Schools Launch Groundbreaking Coalition
The National Association of Standalone Graduate Schools, a first-of-its-kind coalition, will offer a collective voice and platform for independent graduate institutions while serving as a source of innovative partnerships and strategies.
NYLS Earns Recognition From Billboard Magazine and Business Insider
NYLS was featured as among the “leading law schools of the top music lawyers” by Billboard and for its alumni presence at major law firms by Business Insider.
Statement by Dean Anthony W. Crowell on the Nomination of Hon. Anthony Cannataro, Class of 1996, to the New York State Court of Appeals
On June 8, 2021, Judge Cannataro was confirmed to the Court. The statement has been updated to reflect this.
NYLS Hosts Mayoral Candidates Shaun Donovan and Art Chang
The conversation with Mr. Donovan focused on leadership and management. Mr. Chang’s portion dealt with technology and public policy.
NYLS Launches the Ronald H. Filler Institute for Financial Services Law
The Institute’s inaugural Advisory Board is composed of national leaders in financial services who will help shape best-in-class programming for students and practitioners.
NYLS Faculty Share Their Expertise on the Census Count, Policing, and the Derek Chauvin Trial
Adjunct Professor and Senior Fellow Jeff Wice, Professor Kirk Burkhalter ’04, and Professor Rebecca Roiphe recently appeared in the national media.
Mayoral Candidate Andrew Yang Answers Questions From Student Leaders
NYLS’s Law and Leadership mayoral series continued on April 28, with Andrew Yang. After Mr. Yang delivered an address, Dean Anthony W. Crowell moderated a question-and-answer session with four student leaders.
NYLS Hosts Address by Mayoral Candidate Maya Wiley
Titled “Managing Change in New York City,” the event drew over 100 attendees and featured questions from students.
Racial Justice Project Case Update: Judicial Inquiry into Eric Garner’s Death Could Begin on July 19
The development follows a discovery conference in the case yesterday.
Kacia Wilson 2L Named a “Law Student of the Year”
Kacia Wilson 2L is one of just seven law students nationwide featured in The National Jurist’s “Law Students of the Year.”
NYLS Students Interview Mayoral Candidates Eric Adams and Kathryn Garcia
On April 14, NYLS hosted the first event in its series of student-led Law and Leadership Mayoral dialogues
NYLS Welcomes Britney Wilson as Associate Professor of Law and Director of the New Civil Rights and Disability Justice Clinic
Professor Wilson is an accomplished civil rights attorney who has litigated cases involving disability rights, discriminatory policing, and racial justice.
Six Alumni Contribute to a Former Professor’s Book on Outsourcing Judicial Decision-Making
Professor Emeritus Michael Perlin is Co-Editor of a forthcoming book, “Justice Outsourced.” Six alumni, including Distinguished Adjunct Professor Heather Cucolo ’03, authored chapters.
NYLS Launches Three Institutes Dedicated to 21st-Century Policing, Criminal Justice Reform, and Educational Equity
The new programs will prepare NYLS students to lead as the nation rebuilds from the events of 2020.
Video: Three NYLS Students Answer Questions About the School
Three members of NYLS’s Class of 2021 recently shared their experiences at the School in a new Q&A video.
NYLS to Host Student-Led ‘Law and Leadership’ Forums With Mayoral Candidates
The forums, to be held on April 14 and 28, will allow students to directly interact with candidates on the topic of leadership and management.
Spotlight on Alumnae Who Lead Local Bar Associations
In honor of Women’s History Month, NYLS pays tribute to alumnae who lead local bar associations.
ABA Publishes First Issues of the Family Law Quarterly Edited by NYLS Students
NYLS students source-checked and edited journal articles written by leading scholars and practitioners, researched and analyzed state laws across the country, and monitored important cases—all while working remotely.
Jessica Rouf 3L Named a 2021 Immigrant Justice Corps Fellow
The prestigious two-year fellowship places recent law graduates in host organizations dedicated to supporting immigrants’ rights and representing those in need.
Message From the Dean on Violence and Harassment Against Asian Americans
NYLS leadership and student leaders condemn acts of violence, harassment, and discrimination against Asian Americans.
Sherbune Paul ’16 Elected President of the Haitian American Lawyers Association of New York
As a young child, Sherbune Paul ’16 wasn’t sure what lawyers did—but she knew she wanted to become one. Paul is now a Supervising Attorney at the New York City Taxi & Limousine Commission. Tonight, she will be inducted as President of the Haitian American Lawyers Association of New York.
NYLS Named a Top School in Several Key Areas
NYLS earned accolades for its programs on legal technology, racial justice, public policy, and more.
Dean Crowell Publishes Open Letter and NYLS to Host Meeting on Supporting Tribeca’s Recovery
On the one-year anniversary of NYLS’s initial closure due to COVID-19 precautions, Dean Anthony W. Crowell has published an open letter in Tribeca Citizen.
Impact Center Pays Tribute to Civil Rights Pioneers During Black History Month
NYLS’s Impact Center for Public Interest Law has published a series of tributes to 18th- and 19th-Century civil rights pioneers in honor of Black History Month.
New York Attorney General Letitia James to Keynote at NYLS’s 129th Commencement
Attorney General James has garnered national recognition for her accomplishments on behalf of New Yorkers.
Professor Anna Cominsky Writes Op-Ed on a Fairer Criminal Justice System Post-COVID
Professor Cominsky’s piece focuses on how the pandemic is affecting New Yorkers involved in the criminal justice system.
New Career Development Program Connects 2020 Grads and Experienced Alumni
Like the Venable-NYLS Summer Associate Simulation Program last summer, LEAD directly responds to the challenges young professionals face in a job market impacted by COVID-19.
NYLS Launches the James Tricarico Jr. Institute for the Business of Law and In-House Counsel
Made possible by a substantial gift from distinguished alumnus James Tricarico Jr. ’77, the Institute will prepare law students and practitioners for the future of in-house counsel roles.
Students Present Innovative LegalTech Tools to Microsoft
Three NYLS students recently built first-of-their-kind legaltech apps using Microsoft’s Power Platform and presented their work to Microsoft’s Legal Operations Technical Sharing Committee.
Matthew Gaeta 2L Evening Is a Rising Star Sports Agent by Day, Law Student by Night
At age 20, Gaeta took the Major League Baseball Players Association agent certification exam, built a business plan, and founded his own company, Gaeta Sports Management, becoming one of the youngest certified agents in the sport’s history.
Message From the Dean on Black History Month
This year’s celebration comes at a deeply somber time, when Black Americans disproportionately bear the unjust burden of a global pandemic and a national crisis in policing.
Professor Rebecca Roiphe Discusses Former President Trump’s Final Pardons on CBS
On Inauguration Day, Professor Roiphe appeared live to discuss former President Trump’s final pardons and upcoming legal challenges.
Message From the Dean on Martin Luther King Jr. Day
Today we honor the memory of our most iconic civil rights leader, the Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., who possessed boundless courage and an enduring passion to better our country on behalf of people of color, and all oppressed peoples.
The Top 10 Stories of 2020
Take a look at NYLS’s top-performing feature stories in 2020.
Reflections on the Passing of Mayor David N. Dinkins
New York Law School mourns the passing of one New York City’s most trailblazing, civic leaders, Mayor David N. Dinkins.
Criminal Defense Clinic Partners With Good Call to Support Low-Income New Yorkers Pre-Arraignment
This semester, NYLS’s Criminal Defense Clinic has partnered with Good Call to create comprehensive, unified training materials for its growing base of attorney volunteers,
New York Legal Community Rates NYLS’s Graduate Tax Program No. 1 for 11 Years Straight
The program is open to qualified lawyers who hold a J.D. degree from an American Bar Association-accredited law school or an equivalent foreign law degree. Registration is open for Fall 2020 information sessions.
Dean Crowell’s Lessons in Leadership Featured in Inside Higher Ed
When Dean Anthony Crowell was asked to speak to fellow law deans at a meeting hosted by the Association of American Law Schools (AALS) and the Law School Admission Council (LSAC) about how to support students through this election season, the lessons he learned leading New York Law School through the 2016 election were top of mind.
Strategic Plan Guides NYLS’s Approach to Navigating the Pandemic
Months into the unprecedented health and economic crisis caused by COVID-19, the Plan is guiding NYLS’s successful admissions, bar success, and career development initiatives.
NYLS Student and Alumna Named to City & State’s “40 Under 40”
The magazine’s prestigious 2020 list spotlights “unsung heroes who are influencing policies on a number of fronts, whether it’s the coronavirus pandemic, the recession, police brutality, or climate change.”
NYLS Joins National Coalition to Address Racial Inequities in Policing
NYLS has joined the American Bar Association (ABA) and other law schools nationwide in a new five-year initiative to improve U.S. police practices and oversight.
NYLS, Interfaith Center of New York, and State Bar Association Offer Lawyering and Religious Diversity Training
The training, which offers CLE credit, will help attorneys work effectively with clients from New York City’s diverse faith communities, in order to ensure equal access to justice for New Yorkers of all religious and secular backgrounds.
International Law Scholars Honor Professor Ruti Teitel’s Landmark Book on Its 20th Anniversary
Published in 2000, the book launched a new field—transitional justice—that applied a legal and scholarly framework to the rapid transitions to democracy many countries experienced during the late Twentieth Century.
NYLS Racial Justice Project Celebrates Key Win in Case Seeking Judicial Inquiry into Eric Garner’s Death
A major ruling today in Carr v. de Blasio paves the way for a judicial inquiry into the 2014 death of Eric Garner.
Message From the Board Chair and Dean on Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg
Board Chair Arthur N. Abbey ’59 and Dean Anthony W. Crowell reflect on Justice Ginsburg’s life, career, and 2018 visit to NYLS.
Camille Mackler ’06 Launches Immigration Advocacy Nonprofit
After years of coalition-building within the immigration law community, Mackler has become Executive Director of an innovative new nonprofit.
NYLS Wins Recognition in Family Law and Human Rights Law
preLaw Magazine has awarded NYLS “A” grades in Family Law and Human Rights Law.
NYLS Rises to the Challenge: Danney Salvatierra ’19
Danney Salvatierra ’19 was always drawn to immigration law, a field that is unpredictable even in the best of times. But in Salvatierra’s first year of practice, she’s had to confront unprecedented challenges brought by COVID-19.
Jake Kaplan ’20 Joins Preet Bharara’s Production Team
Jake Kaplan ’20 arrived at NYLS with plans to work at the intersection of law and journalism. Having landed an Editorial Producer role at CAFE Studios, Preet Bharara’s production company, he’ll get the chance to do just that.
In the News: Professor Alvin Bragg
On August 10, Professor Alvin Bragg, Co-Director of NYLS’s Racial Justice Project, delivered oral arguments on behalf of the family of Eric Garner. The hearing—held virtually—drew widespread media coverage.