News Stories
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DC Bar Selects Kiera Yu, JD '26, as New Writer in Residence
November 25, 2024
The program provides law students an opportunity to hone their writing skills, earn publication credit, and benefit from one-on-one interactions with attorneys.
Advocating for Healthier Futures: Environmental Justice Division’s Impactful Submission to HUD on Lead Hazards
November 25, 2024
The Health Equity and Policy Advocacy Clinic recently celebrated a milestone achievement, thanks to the work of our Environmental Justice (EJ) student team.
American Society of International Law President Mélida Hodgson Addresses International Arbitration
November 20, 2024
GW Law's annual Brand-Manatt Lecture keynote speaker was Mélida Hodgson.
GW Law Hosts Annual JAG Corps Recruitment Panel
November 19, 2024
Over 50 GW Law students attended the annual Judge Advocate General's Corps panel to learn about serving as military lawyers.
New Administrative Law, Issues, and Appeals Clinic Training the Next Generation of Appellate Litigators
November 15, 2024
GW Law Clinical Program’s new Administrative Law, Issues, and Appeals (ALIA) Clinic, directed by Dean Aram Gavoor, debuted during the Fall 2024 semester.
Vaccine Injury Litigation Clinic Wins $1,000,000 in Client Compensation and Attorneys’ Fees
November 15, 2024
The Vaccine Injury Litigation Clinic (VILC) has represented 20 clients with claims within the Vaccine Injury Compensation Program (VICP) in the last year.
From Custody to Freedom: Student-Attorneys’ Client Defense Results in Triumph
November 15, 2024
Student-attorneys in the Criminal Defense and Justice Clinic helped their client, Mr. Martinez, free himself from the criminal legal system entirely.
GW Law Hosts a Celebration of Teaching
November 14, 2024
This fall we hosted an event recognizing and celebrating the inspiring and innovative teaching done by the GW Law faculty.
Dean Rosa Celorio selected to serve as US Representative in Special Mission to Observe the Election of Judges in Guatemala
November 11, 2024
The Special Mission was created under the auspices of the Organization of American States upon request of the President of Guatemala, Bernardo Arévalo.
GW Law to Launch Three New Clinical Programs in Spring 2025
November 6, 2024
The Access to Justice Clinical model allows GW Law to leverage the expertise of our faculty and deans across the law school.
Professor Spencer Overton Receives 2024 Louis E. Martin Great American Award
October 29, 2024
The Louis E. Martin Great American Award recognizes individuals who have made transformational contributions that furthered the promise of America as a land of hope and opportunity for all.
GW Law Launches Exclusive Networking and Mentorship Platform, GW LawLink
October 28, 2024
More than 500 alumni are already using the platform from all across the country.