Professor Amar on Our Constitutional Conversation
In his new history of the Constitution, Professor Akhil Reed Amar ’84 combines historical and legal perspective to pinpoint the value of constitutional conversation in the development of the document itself.
A Q&A with Mike Widener on 15 Years as YLS Rare Book Librarian
Yale Law School Rare Book Librarian Mike Widener shares highlights and reflections on his 15-year career at the Law School.
Yale Law School Commencement to be Held on May 24
Yale Law School is planning to hold an in-person commencement for students on May 24, 2021.
Federal Court Approves Major Nationwide Settlement for Post-9/11 Army Veterans
A federal court has granted approval of a major settlement in a nationwide class action lawsuit where the Veterans Legal Services Clinic at Yale Law School served as co-counsel for the plaintiffs.
A Q&A with Professor Zachary Liscow on Corporate Tax Rates
Associate Professor of Law Zachary Liscow ’15 discusses his new paper with coauthor Edward G. Fox, which argues in favor of higher corporate taxes.
Yale Teach-In Series Reflects on the Path Forward After the Chauvin Verdict
A series of three teach-ins involving Law School faculty, staff, alumni, and affiliates presented an opportunity for the Yale community to reflect and come together in the wake of the trial of former Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin.
Historic Connecticut Parentage Act Passes CT House
In a historic vote, the Connecticut House of Representatives passed the Connecticut Parentage Act (CPA) 141-1 with overwhelming bipartisan support.
A Message from the Dean on the Chauvin Verdict
Dean Heather Gerken sent a message to the Yale Law School community about the verdict in the Derek Chauvin trial for the murder of George Floyd.