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Marquette University: Marquette receives $3 million gift from the Ray & Kay Eckstein Charitable Trust to endow the Law ...

MILWAUKEE — Marquette University President Kimo Ah Yun announced today that a $3 million gift from the Ray & Kay Eckstein Charitable Trust will create an endowment to support Marquette Law School’s Office of Public Service and the Marquette Volunteer …

Yurchak graduates from law school

Published June 11. 2026 02:45PM Christopher “Steph” Yurchak, son of attorneys Robert and Cindy Yurchak of Weatherly, graduated from Widener Commonwealth Law School on May 17, in a ceremony at The Forum Auditorium, State Capital Complex, Harrisburg, with a …

The 2026 ATL Top 50 Law School Rankings Are Here!

We are pleased to announce the release of the 14th annual Above the Law Top 50 Law School Rankings.  Why do people go to law school? To become lawyers, mostly. And most people also want to make a decent living at it — or at least not be saddled with debt …

School of Law professors weigh in on the legality of Virginia’s redistricting battle

The Virginia Supreme Court struck down the Commonwealth’s voter-approved redistricting amendment May 8, ending a legal battle in the midst of mid-decade nationwide redistricting efforts. The Cavalier Daily received written statements from two School of Law …

Norman Robert Bennett, 93

Norman Robert Bennett,93, died peacefully in his sleep on June 1st.  A native of Marlborough, Massachusetts, Norman studied at Tufts University, Princeton University, The Fletcher School of Law and Diplomacy, and earned his PhD in African History from …

Chase-Bear-Dyer family gives $1.5M gift to UConn

FARMINGTON — Cheryl A. Chase, Stuart Bear and their children, Dara Chase Dyer and Landon Chase, gifted $1.5 million to support the UConn Health emergency department and School of Law classroom technology. UConn Health will create the Chase-Bear-Dyer …

The NextGen UBE Drops Next Month

When it comes to the bar exam, more is less. In an ideal world there wouldn’t be one; law schools would be so adept at teaching their students the ins and outs of being a lawyer that Biglaw firms would be eager to pay them $235K a year as soon as they …

Gay Law School Dean Sues For Discrimination, Alleging He Was Fired Because He Married His Husband

Chapman University’s Fowler School of Law is facing a lawsuit from its former dean, Paul Paton, who alleges he was fired because he’s gay, and that the university used a pretextual budget dispute to cover its tracks. The complaint (available below), filed …

Melrose native Maya Lytje is 2026 Rappaport Fellow

Published in the Melrose Weekly News on June 12, 2026 MAYA LYTJE BOSTON — Maya Lytje, a rising second-year law student at Harvard Law School, has been named a 2026 Rappaport Center for Law and Public Policy Fellow. She will serve in Governor Maura Healey’s …

Local leaders break ground on Covington biomedical center

Local and regional leaders broke ground on the new Commonwealth Center for Biomedical Excellence Thursday. Located on East Rivercenter Boulevard in Covington near the Northern Kentucky Convention Center and the Kenton County Justice Center, the biomedical …

Opinion: Why I was wrong about the Law Development Centre

By Mwanje Gideon Former President, Uganda Law Students Association (ULSA) I have come to realize exactly why Uganda needs the Law Development Centre (LDC) so badly to protect and regulate its legal system. I am not speaking out of bias, and I know my words …

Chapman Law School Dean Says He Was Fired For Being Gay

By Hailey Konnath ( June 8, 2026, 8:54 PM EDT) -- The former dean of Chapman University's Dale E. Fowler School of Law says the university unlawfully fired him because he's gay and married to a man, according to a complaint filed in California …

How summer internship programs are reshaping legal recruitment on Long Island

Usually summer is a time when students from colleges and universities across Long Island take a well-deserved break from their studies, often choosing to relax with friends and family and enjoy time spent away from the busy school year schedule. But for …

JUSTICE IS MORE THAN WINNING

'I believe our profession has a responsibility to help steer our communities away from a focus on winning and toward a focus on resolution. That shift begins with the culture of our profession and with how we present the profession to the broader …

Spellbook Launches Law School Student Legal Tech Fellowship Program

“It just felt so anachronistic and old school the way the lawyers were doing work, and being somebody millennial that grew up with applications and technology and computers and Game Boys, I thought there had to be a better way with tech. Tech is permeated …

'Outright Homophobia'? Ex-Law School Dean Sues Chapman University for Allegedly Firing Him Over Sexual Orientation

Paul Paton, the former dean of the law school at Chapman University in Orange, California, has accused his ex-employer in a new lawsuit of allegedly firing him due to his sexual orientation and same-sex marriage.

Five Attorneys Join Dickinson Wright as Members

Thomas FabbriDickinson Wright in Troy has added Thomas Fabbri, Kevin Fanning, Jonathan Martone, Nicholas Papasifakis, and Thomas MacFarlane, have joined the firm’s Troy office as members. Fabbri advises individuals and families on estate planning, probate …

🔒 Cheryl Chase family donates $1.5M to UConn Health, law school

Fighting for Care

In 2023, as Missouri legislators inched closer to passing a ban on gender-affirming care for minors, Michael Walk, whose daughter is transgender, began making plans. Alongside his family, the St. Louis TransParent chapter co-leader came up with four …

Motorcycle Accidents Often Involve Unique Injury Risks Compared To Other Vehicle Collisions

BATON ROUGE, LA, UNITED STATES, June 11, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Motorcycle travel offers a transportation experience that differs significantly from driving a passenger vehicle. While motorcycles provide mobility and efficiency, the design …

Idaho Advocates Highlights Twin Falls Crash Risks as Idaho’s 100 Deadliest Days Begin

Idaho Advocates spotlights Twin Falls personal injury, car accident, and motorcycle crash help as Idaho's 100 Deadliest Days increase summer road risks locally. TWIN FALLS, ID, UNITED STATES, June 11, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As Idaho enters the …

Menopause Education Center Releases Updated National Report as Menopause Becomes a Workplace Compliance Issue

June 2026 report tracks enacted laws, active legislation, executive action, employer obligations, & the growing financial impact of menopause in the workforce. SAN FRANCISCO, CA, UNITED STATES, June 11, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Menopause …

Compuvi Raises Seed Funding at $40M Valuation to Scale Confinaid's Compliance Platform

Backed by Ozay Law Firm and Turkish investor Mr. Yildiz, the round supports Confinaid's expansion across regulated enterprise sectors. SAN FRANCISCO, CA, UNITED STATES, June 11, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Compuvi, the LegalTech and RegTech …

Furhan Ahmad Releases Small Business and Cultural Spaces Plan for Assembly District 66

Candidate backs commercial rent stabilization, tax relief, and eviction protections, plus utility relief for small food businesses. NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, June 11, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Furhan Ahmad, candidate for New York State …

Cantor Grana Buckner Bucci’s Stephanie Grana & Elliott Buckner Earn 2026 Super Lawyers® Top 5 Honor

Cantor Grana Buckner Bucci Partners Stephanie Grana and Elliott Buckner Named Among Virginia's Top 5 Personal Injury Plaintiff Super Lawyers® for 2026 RICHMOND, VA, UNITED STATES, June 11, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Our firm is pleased to …

New Resource Highlights Unreported Toll of CSAM Prosecutions on Families and Loved Ones

Support Beyond Stigma launches niche resource supporting families impacted by CSAM cases, offering trauma‑aware guidance and a forthcoming secure community. MILWAUKEE, WI, UNITED STATES, June 11, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Support Beyond Stigma …

LKW-Kartell 2026: Was das BGH-Urteil (KZR 6/24) für Speditionen, Bauunternehmen und Fuhrparks bedeutet

Das BGH-Urteil vom 12.05.2026 verändert die Bewertung vieler Sammelverfahren. Erfahren Sie, welche Unternehmen betroffen sein könnten. BASEL, SWITZERLAND, June 12, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Zwischen 1998 und 2013 haben mehrere große europäische …

DOWNTOWN HOUSTON'S NORTON ROSE FULBRIGHT TOWER BUILDS MOMENTUM WITH LEGAL AND PROFESSIONAL SERVICE FIRMS

Landmark Office Tower Attracts Tenants Seeking Prestige, Flexibility and An Amenity-Rich Workplace Experience HOUSTON, TX, UNITED STATES, June 11, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As workplace expectations continue to evolve, companies in the legal, …

Legal Practice Scope Covers New Jersey Client Matters

Newark-based legal practice provides representation in criminal defense, immigration, family law, personal injury, bankruptcy, and civil matters. NEWARK, NJ, UNITED STATES, June 11, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Addressing legal matters across …

Rafi Law Group Expands to Denver, Opening First Office Outside Arizona

DENVER, CO, UNITED STATES, June 11, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Rafi Law Group, Arizona’s premier personal injury law firm, announced today the opening of a new office in Denver, marking the firm’s first location outside Arizona and a significant …

World Association of Detectives Selects Toby Braun as Keynote Speaker for 101st Annual Conference in Cannes

Private investigator and ASIG founder Toby Braun will address global leaders in investigations, intelligence, security, and risk management. NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, June 11, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- ASIG Founder Toby Braun Selected as …

Barakat + Bossa Represents Stinger Golf in High-Profile Trademark Litigation Against LIV Golf

The lawsuit alleges unauthorized use of the STINGER name in connection with LIV Golf’s Stinger GC team and related merchandise. CORAL GABLES, FL, UNITED STATES, June 11, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Barakat + Bossa is representing Stinger Tees, …

130+ Community Leaders and Supporters Attend Schnelle Tonge for Judge Meet & Mingle

A broad, diverse coalition of residents, legal leaders, business professionals and community advocates show support for Tonge for Judge PALM BEACH COUNTY, FL, UNITED STATES, June 11, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- On May 27, 2026, over 130 community …

Windermere Real Estate Unveils Addendum to Increase Transparency in Residential Transactions Nationwide

Addendum will be made available at no cost to any licensed real estate agent or brokerage across the U.S. interested in utilizing it SEATTLE, WA, UNITED STATES, June 11, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Windermere Real Estate – one of the nation’s …

How Iron Noodle Leverages Zapier's MCP to Connect AI to More Than 9,000 Enterprise Applications

Iron Noodle uses Zapier's MCP to give AI chat, coding agents, and assistants secure access to 30,000+ actions across thousands of business apps. CA, UNITED STATES, June 11, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Iron Noodle today announced general …

Onyx Law Group Comments on SCC Recognition of Intimate Partner Violence Tort

Onyx Law Group comments on the Supreme Court of Canada's recognition of a new tort of intimate partner violence in Ahluwalia v. Ahluwalia. VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA, CANADA, June 11, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Onyx Law Group is drawing …

Rushed Severance Deadlines Can Cost Ontario Employees Thousands

Ontario employees may lose thousands by signing severance offers too quickly. Lecker & Associates urges legal review before accepting termination packages. NORTH YORK, ON, CANADA, June 11, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As layoffs, restructuring …

Schroeder Communications Website Earns Prestigious Communicator Award

The vibrant site received a Distinction Award in the B2B Category for quality and achievement CHICAGO, IL, UNITED STATES, June 11, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Academy of Interactive & Visual Arts (AIVA) has honored the Schroeder …

Mark Hurt Law Firm Opens Office in Castlewood, Virginia to Serve Coal Miners, Injured Workers, and Disabled Individuals

Mark Hurt Law Firm expands into Castlewood, Virginia, offering legal representation for coal miners, injured workers, and disabled individuals. CASTLEWOOD, VA, UNITED STATES, June 11, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Mark Hurt Law Firm has expanded its …