We’re thrilled Patricia Sanchez Abril has been selected Dean of University of Miami School of Law! As we celebrate 100 years, she has championed empowering students, strengthening community ties, and advancing innovation: https://ow.ly/toBk50YiY2Q

Join us on James Hoffman Family Endowed Speaker Series on 2/26, featuring Prof. Tabatha Abu El-Haj of Drexel University’s Thomas R. Kline School of Law, for a timely discussion: https://ow.ly/IhCw50Yis4W

Join us at the Virtual #AI Lecture Series on 2/20, featuring @apublicgood.bsky.social, director of #MiamiLaw's Business of Innovation, Law & Technology concentration! This ongoing series dives into the real-world impact of AI across research, business, and daily life. RSVP today!

Jill Barton, professor of Legal Writing and director of the Legal Communication and Research Skills program, has been appointed to the Board of Directors of Scribes—The American Society of Legal Writers. #MiamiLaw

Christina M. Frohock, professor of legal writing, is offering expert insight in a Law360 analysis on evolving challenges in legal ethics and professional responsibility. #miamilaw

Join us on James Hoffman Family Endowed Speaker Series on 2/26, featuring Prof. Tabatha Abu El-Haj of Drexel University’s Thomas R. Kline School of Law, for a timely discussion: https://ow.ly/OB0e50YaCBY

As national attention turns to a federal judge’s decision removing the death penalty from a murder case, Scott Sundby, professor of law, is providing expert insight on the legal standards and constitutional limits shaping capital prosecutions. #miamilaw #criminallaw

Professor @mfroomkin.bsky.social is contributing expert insight to the national debate over AI legal personhood and who should regulate emerging technologies. #techlaw #AI #technology

Miami Law Environmental Justice Clinic faculty have published new scholarship on the future of environmental justice pedagogy. The work by Doug Ruley, director of the Clinic, and Associate Director Abigail Fleming examines how clinic-based teaching can shape legal education and community impact.

The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit convened oral arguments at #MiamiLaw, giving students a firsthand look at appellate advocacy in action. The session included a case involving 2 Live Crew and concluded with a student Q&A panel. #ExperientialLearning #LawSchool

The 2026 White & Case International Arbitration Lecture featured Dyalá Jiménez, who explored arbitrator bias & legitimacy in international arbitration— highlighting #MiamiLaw’s role in scholarship & global #arbitration education. #InternationalLaw

Professor William Bratton’s recent publications examine how corporate governance and business law are evolving in today’s economy. His work advances scholarship shaping the future of business regulation. #miamilaw #businesslaw #legalresearch

Professor @dnyellen.bsky.social has been appointed to the ABA Section of Legal Education’s Special Advisory Committee, comprised of elite legal minds to advise the Council’s Core Principles Review and accreditation standards.

Miami Law’s Intl Law Newsletter is out! Highlights: Miami as a human rights hub, UM at UN climate talks, moot court wins, and global faculty/student news. Read more: https://ow.ly/7f7050XQnHE

Miami Law hosted an IACHR hearing exposing how U.S. policies criminalize homelessness instead of funding housing solutions. Faculty & students proposed proven alternatives. https://www.wlrn.org/government-politics/2025-12-25/less-support-more-arrests-why-americas-homeless-population-is-growing

Interim Dean Patricia Sánchez Abril highlights a year of innovation and achievement at Miami Law, emphasizing the ongoing dedication of our students, faculty, and alumni. As we look ahead, we wish everyone a joyful season. Watch her message: https://ow.ly/LTtB50XQlNb

Check out the Miami Law Trial Advocacy Newsletter for program highlights, moot court wins, and student/alumni spotlights! See how we build trial-ready advocates. Read more: https://ow.ly/1gMp50XNugA

Global change starts here! 🙌 Miami Law students and faculty supported Small Island Developing States at #COP30 in #Brazil, aiding countries like Tuvalu, Palau, and Samoa in climate negotiations. #EnvironmentalLaw

See how Miami Law Clinics are making a difference—courtroom wins, student stories, and more. Read the latest newsletter: https://ow.ly/2BRY50XMOmQ

Abigail Fleming leads Miami Law’s Environmental Justice Clinic, advocating for cleaner neighborhoods and inspiring future public-interest lawyers. Learn more: https://ow.ly/Be4650XLiuA

#MiamiLaw faculty continues to advance legal thought—publishing books and articles, achieving victories in important cases, contributing to public discourse, and earning global recognition: https://ow.ly/ho4O50XH0Tn

Miami Law co-hosted a powerful evening honoring José Daniel Ferrer García, where he exposed the Cuban regime’s repression. Interim Dean Patricia Sánchez Abril moderated a panel that highlighted legal challenges to free expression, risks faced by activists, & mechanisms defending human rights.

Miami Law hosted the Human Rights in the Americas Symposium, featuring official IACHR hearings and critical conversations led by faculty experts Caroline Bettinger-López, Rebecca Sharpless, and Tamar Ezer. The week brought together scholars to tackle issues from migration to housing rights.

Tamara Rice Lave, law professor, states that searching for information is generally legal except in rare cases. She warns that AI tools like #ChatGPT increase public concern about information misuse, especially among teens, and calls for understanding rather than panic as #AI evolves.

Jessi Tamayo was honored with the Mary E. Doyle Award by Miami Law Women at the 76th Morning Spirits & Homecoming Breakfast for outstanding service, scholarship, and mentorship. #MiamiLaw https://news.miami.edu/law/stories/2025/11/jessi-tamayo-named-recipient-of-the-mary-doyle-award.html

Congrats to Paula C. Arias, International Moot Court Program director & law lecturer, on her recognition for leadership in international arbitration, legal education, and mentoring 150+ students!

The Louis Henkin Lecture on Human Rights happened this Sunday and featured speaker Ken Roth, former Executive Director of Human Rights Watch, followed by a discussion with Pedro Vaca Villarreal, Special Rapporteur for Freedom of Expression of the Inter-American Commission on Human Rights.

Donna Coker, professor of law & gender violence expert, joins the Miami Law Explainer podcast to break down how proposed cuts to federal food and health programs shift costs to states and disproportionately harm women and victims of domestic violence. 🎧 Listen in at https://ow.ly/VTjP50XqfYb

Professor @carolinemalacorbin.bsky.social cautions that #Florida’s lawsuit against #PlannedParenthood could set a precedent for restricting medication #abortion and highlights courts as the emerging front in the fight over reproductive care.

Professor Charles C. Jalloh emphasized the need for robust and unified international laws to hold those responsible for environmental damage during armed conflicts accountable and notes that reinforcing legal systems are crucial for preventing ecological harm.

Caroline Bradley, professor of law and financial law expert, joins the Miami Law Explainer podcast to discuss how financial firms are navigating the soaring risks and costs of climate change as U.S. regulators pull back on climate policies.

Christina Frohock, professor of legal writing, warns that AI “hallucinations” in legal filings threaten the foundation of precedent-based justice, as fabricated cases can mislead judges and skew real disputes.

Prof. Tamara Lave says expanded stand-your-ground laws and open carry rulings mean more visible guns and public anxiety, making armed confrontations over pranks more likely.

Interim Dean Patricia Sánchez Abril is leading Miami Law’s ethical AI strategy. Law school applicants now answer an optional prompt design question, highlighting the school’s focus on prompt literacy and critical thinking.

Janet Stearns, lecturer in law, will lead the newly launched Burton Book Review, a forum honoring Bill Burton’s commitment to legal writing and thoughtful engagement with major works in law.

Prof. J. Janewa Osei-Tutu spoke at a Finland conference on "Intellectual Property and Technical Cooperation in Africa," joining global experts to discuss how IP laws affect Africa’s economic growth. https://news.miami.edu/law/stories/2025/10/professor-j-janewa-osei-tutu-ip-conference-finland.html

[email protected], an innovative online journal supported by Miami Law, is transforming legal scholarship by celebrating significant new writing in corporate law and other specialties since 2008.

Join us tomorrow at the 11th annual Faculty Showcase to see University of Miami faculty share innovative teaching strategies. Sessions include learning circles, panels on student consultants and course redesign, plus a keynote by Eric Mazur.

Miami Law Interim Dean Patricia Sánchez Abril welcomed NITA leaders to campus to launch the NITA Deposition and Trial Skills Programs. Over 45 trial lawyers nationwide attended intensive legal advocacy training, including mock trials led by NITA faculty and South Florida judges.

Attorneys: Are you curious about how an LL.M. program can elevate your career? Join us for a one-on-one coffee chat with our admissions team in your neighborhood to gain insights and learn what's possible. Book your coffee chat at https://ow.ly/Ga6H50XfRl7

Proud to see the University of Miami School of Law named one of preLaw Magazine’s “Most Innovative Law Schools” for 2025 — recognized for integrating AI, design thinking, and real-world labs into legal education. #miamilaw #legaltech #AI

Last week, I attended @miamilawschool.bsky.social's Hoeveler Ethics & Public Service Award Ceremony with my @aclufl.bsky.social + @legalservices.bsky.social colleagues. @fji-law.bsky.social reaffirms its commitment to advocating for the most vulnerable residents among us in the public interest.

The IUCN voted to explore genetic engineering in conservation, a move that could shape future policy worldwide. Jessica Owley, director of the environmental law program, says this decision could be a "precursor to language that you might see become law."

U.S. District Judge Mark E. Walker has been honored with the prestigious William M. Hoeveler Award for his unwavering commitment to safeguarding civil liberties, voting rights, and the rule of law. Read more at https://ow.ly/VyKl50XeKCU

With deep sorrow, we announce the passing of William Lawrence Twining, a towering figure in legal scholarship and a cherished friend to the University of Miami School of Law community. Read more at https://ow.ly/Evqw50XezW7

Renée Schimkat, a legal writing professor with almost 20 years of litigation experience, uses timed assignments to help international LL.M. students handle the pressures of U.S. legal practice. Read more at https://ow.ly/PJMn50Xa7aS

Professor Andres Sawicki received a grant from the Washington Center for Equitable Growth to study how terms and conditions from over 100 generative AI firms impact user behavior and market competition.

William Widen, professor of law and an expert in automated vehicle technology, notes that Tesla’s use of “advanced driving system” is vague and could allow Musk to receive large payouts without true self-driving cars. Read more https://ow.ly/t3fX50Xa2bY

Join Miami Law's Center for Ethics and Public Service in honoring Judge Mark E. Walker at the 23rd annual William M. Hoeveler Ethics & Public Service Award Ceremony on October 15. Members of the local bar and bench will be in attendance to honor Judge Walker. Register at https://ow.ly/M33L50X8JY7

Bug win for @miamilawschool.bsky.social Innocence Clinic. Bravo! news.miami.edu/law/stories/...