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/...

Miami Law's 2025 Constitution Crisis Seminar Series, led by Prof. @mfroomkin.bsky.social, explores challenges to federal power and rights, with expert lectures on executive power, civil society, courts, and constitutional reform—all available online.

In his latest column in the Florida Bar News, Scott Rogers, director of the Mindfulness in Law program, shares how a focused attention practice can be adapted for busy legal professionals, reducing susceptibility to distraction, heightening focus, and improved regulation of emotional agitation.

In gang-controlled #Haiti, hundreds are returning to deserted neighborhoods, torn between police warnings and gangs’ promises. Professor Irwin Stotzky breaks down the crisis on the #MiamiLaw Explainer podcast. 🎧 Listen: https://ow.ly/b8Kg50X5Yyi

Drew Dawson, professor of law and bankruptcy law expert, discusses Miami Seaquarium’s business challenges and the potential sale of its lease amid Chapter 11 bankruptcy.

Prof. Martha Mahoney spoke at DEF CON 33, the world's largest and longest-running hacker conferences, about the pressing regulatory and security issues with ballot marking devices in U.S. elections, underscoring the urgent need for reliable voting tech and public trust in the electoral process.

Landmark civil rights laws like Title IX were created decades ago to protect marginalized groups from discrimination in schools, but today, these same laws are being used to challenge protections. Professor Tamara Rice Lave joins the Miami Law Explainer podcast to help us understand the shift.

I am proud to announce the University of Miami Constitutional Crisis Seminar Series. The series includes thirteen lectures, almost all of which will be available online, with new ones appearing weekly. www.youtube.com/playlist?lis... Full info at www.discourse.net/2025/09/miam....

Craig Trocino, director of Miami Law’s Innocence Clinic, highlights the link between childhood trauma and violent crime, on the latest #MiamiLaw Explainer podcast.

Prof. Jessica Owley, director of the environmental law program, joins the Miami Law Explainer podcast to discuss the groundbreaking advisory opinion from the International Court of Justice on climate change and its potential to reshape international law. 🎧 Listen: www.law.miami.edu/about/media/...

Professor @mfroomkin.bsky.social co-edited “Robot Law: Volume II,” a timely follow-up examining the legal, ethical, and societal impacts of robotics and automated systems. The volume addresses policy challenges addressing policy challenges at the intersection of law, #technology, and society.

The French economist Thomas Piketty recently argued the merits of a common, currency across countries, in an op-ed in Le Monde. Tax expert Frances Hill, professor of law, examines the potential impact of such a change on the latest episode of the Miami Law Explainer podcast.

Two University of Miami School of Law deans have assumed leadership roles in major legal organizations: Amy Perez has joined the board of directors of NALP, and Katrin Hussmann Schroll has been appointed to the LSAC Board of Trustees and named Chair of Product Strategy and Innovation.

The Miami Law Library is pleased to announce the appointments of Emily Finch and Federico Salas as Librarian Assistant Professors. Their addition will enhance research and instructional support for both students and faculty.

Where do you find your creative spark? Nikita Aggarwal, associate professor of law, says creativity arises from a mix of freedom, necessity, desire, boredom, inspiration, and randomness.

Caroline Mala Corbin, a professor of law, cautions that the Texas Ten Commandments display law exemplifies “secular washing,” the practice of presenting inherently religious texts as neutral to circumvent the Establishment Clause.

Christina Frohock, professor of legal writing, emphasizes that judges are increasingly imposing stricter consequences on attorneys who submit AI-generated citations that are inaccurate or fabricated. She notes that professional reputation is paramount for members of the legal community.

Professor Susan Haack, a distinguished professor in the humanities and Cooper senior scholar at the College of Arts and Sciences and professor of law at Miami, has a new book, “Towards a Pragmatist Legal Philosophy,” arguing law should be guided by practical consequences rather than abstract rules.

The Miami Law Explainer podcast from Miami Law begins its 15th season this week, featuring expert discussions on topics like AI, cryptocurrency, and the case for common currency. This season opens with Professor Christina Frohock addressing the implications of AI on court filings.

Miami Law is proud to announce the expansion of its commitment to #ExperientialLearning with the appointment of Professors JoNel Newman as associate dean for Experiential Learning & Bernard Perlmutter as director of Law Clinics.

Professor Jill Barton, director of the Legal Communication and Research Skills Program, recently participated in the 21st annual symposium hosted by the National Foundation for Judicial Excellence. During her presentation, she discussed the intersection of modern legal writing and AI.

Christina Frohock, professor of legal writing, expressed her bewilderment regarding a recent ruling by US District Judge Henry Wingate, which has raised significant concerns due to numerous factual inaccuracies and the possibility of AI involvement in its creation.

Professor Stephen Urice co-authored the sixth edition of "Law, Ethics, and the Visual Arts.” This foundational text serves as an essential resource for legal practitioners by providing insights into the complexities of the international art world.

Professor Susan Haack discusses the challenges of misinformation, emphasizing the importance of curiosity and contextual understanding to navigate conflicting information.

Marcia Narine Weldon, director of the transactional skills program, is pioneering research at the intersection of business and technology law to address the complexities of decision-making in an AI-driven world. Her work focuses on the future of work, legal compliance, and ethical leadership.

Robert Latham, an attorney and associate director of Miami Law’s Children & Youth Clinic, highlights the systemic failures that contributed to the tragic death of a 5-year-old girl.

Professor Charlton Copeland notes that the clear legal arguments in the recent ruling permitting #Miami's scheduled #elections may lead to a swift court process. The decision underscores the value of voter participation and opposes changes to election timelines without public consent. #MiamiLaw

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Professor Bettinger-López examined the failure of U.S. law enforcement to protect domestic violence victims, the limitations of constitutional remedies, and the groundbreaking decision by the IACHR recognizing domestic violence as a violation of fundamental human rights.

HRC Director Caroline Bettinger-Lopez traveled to the University of Cologne, Germany, to deliver her presentation, “Domestic Violence as a Human Rights Violation – A View from the United States and Beyond".

Interim Dean Patricia Abril will be speaking on the ethical use of AI in legal practice at the upcoming Cuban American Bar Association’s 2025 Annual Convention and Judicial Luncheon on August 8. Read more at www.floridabar.org/the-florida-...