Reflections of the Class of 2022
Graduating J.D.s and LL.M.s reflect on their law school experience and share their hopes for the future.
Cases in Brief: Lujan v. Defenders of Wildlife with Richard Lazarus
In this installment of “Cases in Brief,” Harvard Law Professor Richard Lazarus ’79 discusses the landmark citizen-suit case, Lujan v. Defenders of Wildlife (1992), which hindered the ability to bring environmental citizen suits for much of the 1990s.
‘I’d love it if poetry was required reading for law school’
In celebration of National Poetry Month, HLS lecturer and poet Jessica Fjeld reads a passage from a poem by Terrance Hayes, and discusses the importance of poetry in building empathy and connection.
Cases in Brief: Powell v. Alabama with Dehlia Umunna
In the first of the series, “Cases in Brief,” Harvard Law Professor Dehlia Umunna discusses the infamous “Scottsboro Boys” case, Powell v. Alabama (1932), in which the U.S. Supreme Court ruled for the first time that defendants in capital cases have the right to adequate legal counsel.
‘Maybe I will do something bigger that hopefully impacts the world’
At an HLS talk, Byron Allen — owner of the most successful Black-owned media group in history — shared his career history and experiences with the law.
Fireside at HLS
Take a virtual seat by the WCC fireplace and get cozy this holiday season. Happy Holidays and warm wishes from Harvard Law!
Harvard Law School Fall 2021
From orientation (and re-orientation) to the final round of Ames and year-end social gatherings, a look back at the semester.
VIDEO: Scenes from Orientation
As Harvard Law students settle into life on campus, here’s a look at some highlights from move-in, registration, and orientation activities.
VIDEO: A virtual tour of Harvard Law School
A virtual tour of Harvard Law School, home to historic buildings, the world’s largest academic law library, and a number of dedicated learning and clinical practice spaces.
‘Nothing is as it has been and I miss your face right now’
Class of 2021 members of Scales of Justice commemorate graduation with a performance of “Rivers and Roads”