Three accomplished attorneys from Bolivia, Uganda and the Maldives have come to the University of Miami School of Law to build specialized legal expertise they will use to strengthen legal systems in their home countries.

https://news.miami.edu/law/stories/2026/10/meet-the-school-of-laws-fulbright-scholars.html



School of Law Faculty

Professor Thomas Kadri explores privacy, technology and public safety

Professor Kadri's recent scholarship and practitioner outreach highlight the evolving legal challenges posed by data privacy, online platforms and emerging technologies.

https://news.miami.edu/law/stories/2026/09/professor-thomas-kadri-explores-privacy-technology-and-public-safety.html


International Law

From Miami to Barcelona, Benjamin Lemon builds a future in cross-border law

Through transactional simulations, international study, and experiential learning, the J.D. candidate is preparing for a career serving clients across jurisdictions and cultures.

https://news.miami.edu/law/stories/2026/09/from-miami-to-barcelona-benjamin-lemon-builds-a-future-in-cross-border-law.html




School of Law Alumni

Real estate and commercial law expert: Jacqueline A. Salcines, B.B.A. ’95, J.D. ’98

A proud "Double Cane" and founder of Salcines Law, Jacqueline A. Salcines blends her background in accounting with over two decades of legal practice to represent clients in complex real estate transactions and commercial litigation.

https://news.miami.edu/law/stories/2026/09/real-estate-and-commercial-law-advocate-jacqueline-a-salcines-b.b.a-94-j.d-98.html



School of Law Alumni

Litigation leader and legal broadcaster: Katie Phang, J.D. ’00

A partner at Phang & Feldman, P.A., Katie Phang blends decades of courtroom experience with national media commentary to make complex legal issues accessible to the public.

https://news.miami.edu/law/stories/2026/09/litigation-leader-and-legal-broadcaster-katie-phang-j.d-00.html


School of Law Alumni

Strategic government law advocate: Alexander P. Heckler, Esq.

Alexander P. Heckler has built a prominent career specializing in government procurement, public policy, and strategic business consulting across Florida and nationwide.

https://news.miami.edu/law/stories/2026/09/strategic-government-law-advocate-alexander-p-heckler-esq.html


School of Law Alumni

How Miami Law alumni mentorship prepares the next generation of advocates

Through a summer clerkship guided by Miami Law alumni, law student Isabel McGinty gained practical litigation experience while building confidence, refining career goals, and fostering a commitment to service.

https://news.miami.edu/law/stories/2026/09/how-miami-law-alumni-mentorship-prepares-the-next-generation-of-advocates.html


School of Law Faculty

School of Law faculty at the forefront of AI governance

A new IDSC Magazine feature spotlights three School of Law professors driving the conversation on AI regulation.

https://news.miami.edu/law/stories/2026/09/miami-law-faculty-at-the-forefront-of-ai-governance.html


School of Law Faculty

Professor Zanita Fenton reexamines the 13th Amendment in new law review article

Professor Fenton’s latest scholarship argues that the 13th Amendment guarantees fundamental self-ownership, providing a powerful constitutional framework for protecting reproductive autonomy.

https://news.miami.edu/law/stories/2026/09/professor-zanita-e-fenton-reexamines-the-13th-amendment-in-new-law-review-article.html


School of Law Faculty

Professor Yonathan Arbel: Bridging private law, AI governance, and the future of legal practice

The University of Miami School of Law welcomes Yonathan Arbel, an expert in private law and legal technology, to its faculty.

https://news.miami.edu/law/stories/2026/09/professor-yonathan-arbel-bridging-private-law-ai-governance-and-the-future-of-legal-practice.html


School of Law Alumni

Global corporate restructuring leader: David R. Seligman, J.D. ’96

A retired partner at Kirkland & Ellis LLP, David R. Seligman built a distinguished career leading landmark domestic and cross-border corporate restructurings for high-profile global corporations.

https://news.miami.edu/law/stories/2026/09/global-corporate-restructuring-leader-david-r-seligman-j.d-96.html


International Arbitration

Costa Rican lawyer awarded prestigious Young ICCA scholarship at the University of Miami School of Law

With over a decade of experience in Central American dispute resolution, Ana Eugenia Guillén Arguedas is expanding her international arbitration expertise.

https://news.miami.edu/law/stories/2026/09/costa-rican-lawyer-awarded-prestigious-young-icca-scholarship-at-the-university-of-miami-school-of-law.html


Entertainment, Sports, Art Law

From sole US finalist to world champion in Madrid highlights International Moot Court Program

Through coursework, coaching and international competition, the International Moot Court Program prepares students to advocate across borders, leading Miami Law to a world championship at the Sports Arbitration Moot.

https://news.miami.edu/law/stories/2026/09/from-sole-u.s-finalist-to-world-champion-in-madrid-highlights-international-moot-court-program.html


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