Temple's business law faculty, including Jonathan Lipson, Tom C.W. Lin, Michael Donnella, and Tarrant Mahony power a curriculum that equips students to create both opportunity and change in the rapidly evolving world of corporate law. Read the story on page 11 of ESQ https://bit.ly/4rLLhsL

"Publicly indefensible" use of deadly force by ICE officers could create "significant operational and political problems" for the Trump administration, says Prof. Craig Green. https://bit.ly/4rNkWL8

Business leaders who want to speak out on social issues must prioritize action over public opinion, says Prof. Tom Lin. “Figuring out how best to communicate in a way that moves the ball forward is really critical, even if it means leaving some folks frustrated.” https://bit.ly/4qY3i77

President Trump's threat to sue Trevor Noah over a joke made at the Grammys would have to overcome strong First Amendment protections for comedy, notes Prof. Laura Little. “What Trevor Noah said was so clearly a joke that it couldn’t get over that threshold." https://bit.ly/3Mbkze3

Temple Law students Seth Israel (3L) and Su Ly (3L) have been selected for membership in the Delaware Valley Environmental American Inn of Court - an extraordinary opportunity to explore the many ways to practice environmental law. Congratulations, Seth and Su! https://bit.ly/4a99MsH

Prof. Jacobsen is among those urging review of baseball's exemption from federal antitrust laws. "Should any business … that enjoys a monopoly be immune from the antitrust laws? Or do they have to operate their businesses within those laws?'' https://bit.ly/4qYPJ7E

The PA Supreme Court has upheld a local judge's suspension for political posts. “Off hours does not mean off limits in terms of your employer's ability to discipline you or fire you for inappropriate speech,” says Prof. Michael Donnella. bit.ly/4k7T41l

Prof. Craig Green on Trump v. Slaughter, argued before SCOTUS on 12/8: “What do you do when the Supreme Court says its decisions are supported by history, but history doesn’t support the Supreme Court?” https://bit.ly/495oQZc

"Americans are continuing their scramble for alternative residence and citizenship amid ongoing political turbulence, with interest now at an all-time high”, says Prof. @Peter Spiro https://www.henleyglobal.com/newsroom/press-releases/henley-global-mobility-report-january-2026

Professors Abreu, Knauer (Emerita), Richardson (posthumous), and Schuman were honored at the 2026 meeting of the AALS. Read more: https://lens.aals.org/article/2026-section-award-winners/

Prof. Craig Green details the legal options and challenges involved in prosecuting federal officers for shooting civilians in the line of duty for TIME Magazine. https://bit.ly/49AiLCS

Prof. Jaya Ramji-Nogales says deportations to third countries like Eswatini, which recently signed an agreement to accept deportees without due process, "should not be happening" and are "not legitimate under US law." https://bit.ly/4b3vfph

Marsha Levick (mll51.bsky.social) '76 joins Temple Law this spring as the Phyllis W. Beck Visiting Chair in Law. We're proud to celebrate her fifty years of extraordinary service at the Juvenile Law Center and excited to welcome her to the law school community! https://bit.ly/4pwVAzy

VA lawmakers are considering a bill that would limit when law enforcement officers can be masked. "It appears to say that people may sue law enforcement who unlawfully wear masks when those officers commit tortious conduct," says Prof. Jules Epstein. https://bit.ly/4pv8oGx

The PBA has recognized David Keller Trevaskis '88 with the Pennsylvania Bar Association Medal, its highest honor, to celebrate his 24 years of expanding access to justice through pro bono services across the commonwealth. Congratulations, David, and thank you for all you do! #TempleProud.

Prof. Guy Rub joined Law Bytes podcast to discuss a Canadian measure that would create an Artists' Resale Right in that country and to explain his view that most beneficiaries of such a right are wealthy, old, or dead. https://bit.ly/3LvFzf6

American interest in dual citizenship is on the rise. “The political instability in the US in recent years, along with Covid, has brought home to people that there might actually be a reason to live someplace else,” Prof. @Peter Spiro tells The Guardian. https://bit.ly/4qhX5T6

On behalf of Temple Law School, warm wishes to each of you for a New Year filled with joy, light, and time with those you love. ~ Interim Kean Family Dean Kristen E. Murray

Proposed legislation that would prohibit dual citizenship is "going nowhere," says Prof. Peter Spiro (@AfterTheState). "There are too many Americans—both Democrat and Republican—who now have dual citizenship for the status to be outlawed." https://bit.ly/4oE9TBM

As data produced by "machine process" (e.g. GPS location) become more common, questions about proper authentication have become more urgent. Prof. Jules Epstein takes a look at one such case, Comm. v. Vance, recently argued before the PA Supreme Court. https://bit.ly/44JnGQn

Prof. @duncanhollis.bsky.social cowrote an op-ed in @thehill.com arguing there’s a duty to disobey illegal orders like those behind recent US boat strikes—and an imperative for Congress to "uphold the Constitution, comply with the laws of war and protect American lives." https://bit.ly/3MaJiPo

.@theregreview.bsky.social does a deep dive into new work by Professor Tom Lin exploring the danger AI poses to financial markets and offering regulatory solutions. https://bit.ly/3XxtA3h

As Trump-appointed judges Emil Bove and Jennifer Mascott join the Third Circuit, observers watch for shifts on the court. Prof. Laura Little: “It is often observed … that judges tend toward impartiality over time, as their tenure on the bench extends." https://bit.ly/3KnrShT

Prof. Marian Braccia discusses communication breakdowns between police and the DA's office in an earlier Keon King case. “If this is supposed to be a collaborative effort ... it sounds like everyone dropped the ball." https://bit.ly/48BcXsk

.@jonathanfharris.bsky.social, whose work was instrumental in CA and NY bans on "stay-or-pay" contracts, says they are often "used as cynical means to work around bans on traditional noncompetes and try to keep the worker from being able to afford to leave." https://bit.ly/4rE5di4

As the power of a US passport plummets, Prof. Peter Spiro notes that "more Americans will be acquiring additional citizenships in whatever way they can … as one social media poster put it, 'dual citizenship is the new American dream'." https://bit.ly/48S9uH6

As data produced by "machine process" (e.g. GPS location) become more common, questions about proper authentication have become more urgent. Prof. Jules Epstein takes a look at one such case, Comm. v. Vance, recently argued before the PA Supreme Court. https://bit.ly/44JnGQn

.@theregreview.bsky.social does a deep dive into new work by Professor Tom Lin exploring the danger AI poses to financial markets and offering regulatory solutions. https://bit.ly/3XxtA3h

Prof. Marian Braccia discusses communication breakdowns between police and the DA's office in an earlier Keon King case. “If this is supposed to be a collaborative effort ... it sounds like everyone dropped the ball." https://bit.ly/48BcXsk

Could strict U.S. immigration policies derail parts of the 2026 FIFA World Cup? Charlie Rivera LAW ’27 explores how visa bans, enforcement actions, and policy shifts might put fans, players, and the tournament at risk. https://tinyurl.com/52pyh2v2

As Trump-appointed judges Emil Bove and Jennifer Mascott join the Third Circuit, observers watch for shifts on the court. Prof. Laura Little: “It is often observed … that judges tend toward impartiality over time, as their tenure on the bench extends." https://bit.ly/3KnrShT

.@jonathanfharris.bsky.social, whose work was instrumental in CA and NY bans on "stay-or-pay" contracts, says they are often "used as cynical means to work around bans on traditional noncompetes and try to keep the worker from being able to afford to leave." https://bit.ly/4rE5di4

As the power of a US passport plummets, Prof. Peter Spiro notes that "more Americans will be acquiring additional citizenships in whatever way they can … as one social media poster put it, 'dual citizenship is the new American dream'." https://bit.ly/48S9uH6

A deep dive into a potential NBA salary-cap workaround involving Kawhi Leonard, a $28M “no-show” endorsement, and another $20M in stock. @TrevDunnNIL LAW ’27 unpacks what this could mean for sports law and league compliance. https://tinyurl.com/yc5p5bm9

Proposed legislation that would prohibit dual citizenship is "going nowhere," says Prof. Peter Spiro. "There are too many Americans—both Democrat and Republican—who now have dual citizenship for the status to be outlawed." https://bit.ly/4oE9TBM

This week we gathered to celebrate our Evening Division students at the end of the fall semester! They balance work, family, and rigorous legal study — and their commitment enriches Temple Law every day. Curious about pursuing your JD in the evening? https://tinyurl.com/3tvbejjm

Prof. @duncanhollis.bsky.social cowrote an op-ed in @thehill.com arguing there’s a duty to disobey illegal orders like those behind recent US boat strikes—and an imperative for Congress to "uphold the Constitution, comply with the laws of war and protect American lives." https://bit.ly/3MaJiPo

The Philly DA's office has appealed dozens of sentences by Judge Tracy Brandeis-Roman, including one where she threw out a jury’s verdict. Prof. Marian Braccia says these are rare; repeated instances "undermine the reliability of the whole system." https://bit.ly/48ht3IS

This Giving Tuesday, support Temple Law’s mission of access, advocacy, and excellence. Your gift expands scholarships, strengthens experiential learning, and helps prepare the next generation of Temple lawyers. Please give today: https://bit.ly/3VGLEpd

In a recent article, Tom C.W. Lin of @templelaw.bsky.social examines the danger AI poses to financial markets and offers regulatory solutions. www.theregreview.org/2025/11/25/s...

This holiday season, we are grateful to our support community for the hope and joy you bring! Thank you to Temple University Beasley School of Law and the National Lawyers Guild for partnering with us on our 3rd annual Fall Social, with groceries and gift bags for our clients and their families.

Back-to-back champs! Temple Law’s Rosner National Trial Team has won the 2025 Premiere Mock Trial Competition, marking the second consecutive year that Temple has claimed the championship. Read here: https://bit.ly/3M3Gfbt

Temple Law hosted a Chancellor’s Forum on international law, connecting students with practitioners to discuss global career pathways and the skills that shape impactful international practice. Read here: https://law.temple.edu/news/chancellors-forum-international-law-pathways/

Temple Law was pleased to welcome a delegation from the China University of Political Science and Law, reaffirming a decades-long partnership and exploring new opportunities for global collaboration. Read here: https://law.temple.edu/news/temple-law-welcomes-cupl-delegation/

Temple Law’s entering class brings strong academic credentials and diverse life experiences, along with a commitment to impactful lawyering. Our students bring their whole selves to the community, and what follows reflects what they shared with us about themselves. Read here: https://bit.ly/4oLdGxU

Thank you to Councilmember @ruephilacouncil.bsky.social LAW ’98 for visiting Temple Law to speak with students about becoming the first openly LGBTQ+ member of City Council, her legislative priorities moving forward, and her advice for those interested in pursuing careers in public interest law.

Thank you to Eric Kennedy for joining us for the Dean’s Forum. Mr. Kennedy—an inductee of the Trial Lawyer Hall of Fame—shared reflections on his decades of work in high-stakes litigation and offered candid guidance to students about building impactful careers in the law.

Temple Law’s Community Conversation brought together Professors Donald Harris, Jennifer Lee, Peter Spiro, and Assistant Dean John Smagula for a thoughtful discussion on how shifting federal policies affect international students and global education.

Professor @duncanhollis.bsky.social was a keynote speaker at Leiden University’s 2025 Conference on International Cybersecurity, where he delivered “Alignment or Disalignment: Geopolitics and International Law in Cyberspace.”

Thank you to special guest Mark S. Zaid, Professor Elizabeth Lippy, and all who attended the 2025 Edward Ross Lecture in Litigation for contributing to a thoughtful and engaging discussion.