In the mid-1970s, most legal scholars employed traditionally lawyerly approaches when analyzing the legal system’s role in society. They pondered theoretical frameworks, examined precedent, and relied on legal reasoning and case law to formulate their analyses. However, recent trends indicate a significant shift towards a more data-driven approach to understanding and shaping the legal landscape….
The potential of artificial intelligence (AI) to revolutionize educational opportunities and outcomes has been widely discussed. However, recent insights from Stanford students suggest the need for a more nuanced understanding of AI’s role in learning environments. These students have emphasized that beyond the enhancement of educational tools, there is a critical need to examine the…
On March 8, 2024, the world bid farewell to Alvin Attles, Jr., a towering figure both on and off the basketball court. Known for his remarkable career with the Golden State Warriors, Attles later distinguished himself as a lecturer at Stanford Law School, where he co-taught the institution’s inaugural Sports Law course. Born in 1936,…
Finding community at law school is vital, particularly while navigating the rigors of legal study. For a lucky group of Stanford Law School (SLS) students, the Civil Justice Fellowship is offering both community and exciting scholarly opportunities. “My favorite part of being a student fellow is definitely my fellow student fellows,” says Catherina Xu, JD…
Professor Shirin Sinnar of Stanford Law School has expressed concerns over the role of political rhetoric in inciting violence, following the recent attack at a Trump rally. Speaking in an interview with KQED, Sinnar highlighted the potential dangers of inflammatory language used by political leaders. Sinnar, an expert in political violence, noted the importance of…
The legal landscape is witnessing a significant shift as courts increasingly counteract federal bureaucratic powers. This movement was recently highlighted by Professor Michael W. McConnell, a prominent legal scholar, during an episode of the podcast What Happens Next. McConnell delved into the ramifications of the repealed Chevron Doctrine, a longstanding judicial precedent that granted deference…
In his latest book, From Boardroom to Backpack: Risking it All, Robert Sangster takes readers on a riveting journey through seven continents and 100 countries. Sangster, a former law firm partner and successful businessman, recounts his decision to leave behind a conventional career path at the age of 38 to travel the world. The memoir,…
Virginia Governor Glenn Youngkin appointed Khalid Jones the state’s Lottery Director in April. Jones, a graduate of Stanford Law School (JD ’03), has an extensive background in law with a focus on securities litigation, real estate, media, sports, and technology. He has also provided legal and strategic advice to state and national lottery organizations nationwide….
President Biden has appointed Juan Sabater, a partner and co-president of private equity firm Valor Equity Partners, to the Financial Oversight and Management Board (FOMB) for Puerto Rico. The FOMB comprises seven members, with Sabater being the presidential appointee. The remaining members are appointed by Congress, along with an ex officio member designated by the…
Amid growing concerns over the impact of new technology on the criminal justice system, the Department of Justice named its first artificial intelligence officer in February: Jonathan Mayer, a Princeton University assistant professor of computer science and public affairs who focuses on national security, consumer privacy, and criminal procedures. “Jonathan’s expertise will be invaluable in…
Following the retirement of storied Stanford basketball coach Tara VanDerveer, Stanford Law School alum Kate Paye has been named Stanford’s Setsuko Ishiyama Director of Women’s Basketball. Paye has been part of two of Stanford’s three national championships, as a player on the 1992 team and as an associate head coach for the 2021 squad. With…
When the Pennsylvania Supreme Court issued a major abortion ruling in January 2024, overturning precedent and strengthening reproductive rights in the state, a Stanford Law Review comment by Grace Kavinsky played a notable role in the court’s 3-2 decision. The concurring opinion in the case cited “An Opportunity for Feminist Constitutionalism: Abortion Under State Equal…
At the Conference on Empirical Legal Studies (CELS) held in October 2023 at the University of Chicago Law School, Janka Deli won the 2023 Theodore Eisenberg Poster Prize for her poster titled How Much Does the Rule of Law Matter for International Trade? Deli was the first person from Stanford Law School (SLS) to bring…
Karrigan Börk, acting professor of law at the University of California, Davis School of Law, has been honored with the Morrison Prize by the Sandra Day O’Connor College of Law at Arizona State University. The accolade was given in recognition of his article, Water Right Exactions, published in the Harvard Environmental Law Review in 2023….
In January 2024, California Governor Gavin Newsom appointed 16 new Superior Court judges across California, including Brian Caruth to the Alameda County Superior Court. Caruth, who graduated from Stanford Law School in 1994, brings extensive experience from his long tenure at the Alameda County Public Defender’s Office. Caruth has held various roles within the Public…
Vanderbilt Law School has reappointed Chris Guthrie to a fourth term as dean, securing his position as one of the longest-serving law deans in the nation. Under his leadership, the school has seen notable advancements, including a 25 percent increase in faculty size and the inauguration of several innovative programs. Among these are the JD/MS…
War has left indelible marks on Sam Sasan Shoamanesh, whose early experiences in Iran during the Revolution of 1979 and the Iran-Iraq War deeply influenced his pursuit of international law and justice. In a comprehensive interview, Shoamanesh discusses the challenges and triumphs of the International Criminal Court (ICC) and its efforts to address crimes against…
Robert Sangster, a novelist, restaurateur, sailor, and former partner at a law firm, has released a riveting memoir titled From Boardroom to Backpack: Risking it All. The book, published by Belle Compass in September 2023, delves into Sangster’s transformative journey from the corporate world to a life of adventure. At 38, Sangster took a dramatic…
When former Supreme Court Justice Sandra Day O’Connor, LLB ’52 (BA ’50), passed away in December, the world seemed to stop for a moment, with admirers from both sides of the political aisle honoring her memory and the impact she had on American jurisprudence. For the Stanford community, it was a chance to celebrate her…
Kathryn Latour’s latest work, The Art of Social Self-Promotion: A Satire on How to Become the Most Popular Woman You Know, offers a tongue-in-cheek take on the social dynamics that propel individuals to social stardom within their communities. Published by Page Publishing in February 2022, the book serves as both a manual and a critique…
The latest issue of the Stanford Lawyer pays tribute to the esteemed alumni from the Stanford Law community who have recently passed away. This comprehensive In Memoriam section honors influential figures such as the Honorable Sandra Day O’Connor, Peggy Darling, J. Wilmar Jensen, and many others who left indelible marks on the legal landscape. Peggy…
Daniel Ho, the William Benjamin Scott and Luna M. Scott Professor of Law and director of Stanford’s RegLab, has achieved significant recognition in the field of artificial intelligence and data privacy over the past year. In April 2024, Ho was one of 250 individuals inducted into the American Academy of Arts & Sciences (AAAS). According…
Colleen Honigsberg, a distinguished professor at Stanford Law School, has been honored with the Order of the Coif’s Lolly Gasaway Faculty-Student Writing Award. This prestigious accolade, given for exceptional collaborative work between students and faculty, recognizes Honigsberg’s 2022 Stanford Law Review article, “Regulatory Arbitrage and the Persistence of Financial Misconduct,” co-written with NYU School of…
Bernadette Meyler, JD ’03, Carl and Sheila Spaeth Professor of Law at Stanford, recently chaired Stanford University’s Ad Hoc Committee on University Speech, formed by the Faculty Senate in February 2023. The committee was tasked with articulating clear principles for protecting speech throughout university processes, establishing mechanisms for ensuring that protection, and providing training for…
In June 2024, the European Corporate Governance Institute (ECGI) awarded its Prize for the Best Paper in the ECGI Law Working Paper Series to Curtis J. Milhaupt, William F. Baxter-Visa International Professor of Law at Stanford Law School. Milhaupt’s paper, “The (Geo)Politics of Controlling Shareholders,” delves into the intricate relationship between controlling shareholders and geopolitical…