Professor Kunal Parker has been awarded the Beatrice Webb Visiting Professorship at the London School of Economics for the 2026-2027 academic year, an honor reserved for scholars of outstanding international distinction.

https://news.miami.edu/law/stories/2026/04/professor-kunal-parker-appointed-to-prestigious-beatrice-webb-visiting-professorship.html



Environmental Law

Miami Law earns high marks for business, commercial, and clinical programs in 2026 U.S. News specialty rankings

Seven of the University of Miami School of Law's programs are ranked among the top 50 in the nation by U.S. News & World Report.

https://news.miami.edu/law/stories/2026/04/miami-law-earns-high-marks-in-2026-u.s-news-specialty-rankings.html


Litigation

2L Jacob Needle named 2026 Distinguished Law Student for the 11th Circuit

Reflecting a unique blend of financial expertise and legal advocacy, Jacob Needle has earned national recognition from the American College of Bankruptcy for his commitment to the restructuring field.

https://news.miami.edu/law/stories/2026/04/jacob-needle-named-2026-distinguished-law-student-for-the-11th-circuit.html




School of Law Alumni

Mastering the tax code: Robin L. Klomparens

A distinguished tax and estate planning expert, Robin L. Klomparens attributes her nearly four-decade career of navigating complex legal landscapes to the rigorous training and enduring professional network she built at the School of Law.

https://news.miami.edu/law/stories/2026/04/mastering-the-tax-code-robin-l-klomparens.html



School of Law Alumni

Eight decades of impact: the University of Miami Law Review’s 80th volume anniversary

A celebration of the longest continuously running student legal publication in Florida brought together generations of editors, alumni, and students to honor the journal’s legacy and support its future.

https://news.miami.edu/law/stories/2026/04/eight-decades-of-impact-the-university-of-miami-law-reviews-80th-volume-anniversary.html


School of Law Events

Law Centennial Lecture: Martha Minow explores education, reliable news, and public security

In a cornerstone event during the School of Law’s 100th-anniversary, renowned legal scholar Professor Martha Minow discussed the evolving role of legal institutions in safeguarding democracy.

https://news.miami.edu/law/stories/2026/04/martha-minow-explores-education-reliable-news-and-public-security.html


Hope Public Interest Resource Center

Empowering the unseen: alumnus Sam Ludington honored for pro bono leadership

School of Law alumnus Sam Ludington was recently honored with the “Equal Justice Pro Bono Rising Star” award for his impactful leadership in special education advocacy and voting rights protection.

https://news.miami.edu/law/stories/2026/03/empowering-the-unseen-alumnus-sam-ludington-honored-for-pro-bono-leadership.html


School of Law Faculty

Civil trial tests social platforms’ liability

The ongoing trial against Meta and Google for allegedly prompting addictive behavior that damages the mental health of children and teens could have broad implications, according to Or Cohen-Sasson.

https://news.miami.edu/stories/2026/03/civil-trial-tests-social-platforms-liability.html


School of Law Awards & Honors

Mosaic Miami honors Dean Patricia Sanchez Abril with 2026 Silver Medallion Humanitarian Award

Dean Abril was honored with the 2026 Silver Medallion Award by Mosaic Miami for her exceptional leadership and dedication to fostering justice within the legal community.

https://news.miami.edu/law/stories/2026/03/mosaic-miami-honors-dean-patricia-sanchez-abril-with-2026-silver-medallion-humanitarian-award.html


School of Law Events

School of Law marks the 80th anniversary of Winston Churchill’s honorary law doctorate

The University of Miami School of Law and the British Consulate General in Miami commemorated Winston Churchill’s 1946 honorary law doctorate.

https://news.miami.edu/law/stories/2026/03/school-of-law-marks-the-80th-anniversary-of-winston-churchills-honorary-law-doctorate.html


MLS - Master Legal Studies

Title Insurance Law in the M.L.S.: Examination, Endorsements, and Claims

An understanding of legal topics—such as title insurance, compliance, contract administration, and investment and finance law—can significantly enhance your ability to serve your clients effectively.

https://news.miami.edu/law/stories/2026/03/title-insurance-law-in-the-mls-examination-endorsements-and-claims.html


MLS - Master Legal Studies

Real Estate Dispute Resolution: How an M.L.S. Prepares You for Legal Challenges  

With a grounding in real estate legal principles, professionals are better equipped to participate in voluntary mediation, structured negotiations, and arbitration when necessary.

https://news.miami.edu/law/stories/2026/03/real-estate-dispute-resolution-how-an-mls-prepares-you-for-legal-challenges.html


MLS - Master Legal Studies

Preventing Financial Fraud in Healthcare with an M.L.S. Degree

A Master of Legal Studies provides the legal insight and practical strategies needed to combat healthcare fraud, helping future compliance leaders spot vulnerabilities and navigate complex regulations.

https://news.miami.edu/law/stories/2026/03/preventing-financial-fraud-in-healthcare-with-an-mls-degree.html


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