A fixture in the School of Law and College of Arts & Sciences for over 35 years, Professor Haack’s passing is a profound loss to the global academy she helped shape.

https://news.miami.edu/law/stories/2026/03/renowned-philosopher-and-legal-scholar-susan-haack-passes-away.html



Intellectual Property Law

Professor Andres Sawicki conducts virtual lecture on AI

Professor Andres Sawicki, in collaboration with the Institute for Data Science and Computing, led a virtual lecture on the practical integration of AI tools within legal research, drafting, and intellectual property frameworks.

https://news.miami.edu/law/stories/2026/03/professor-andres-sawicki-conducts-virtual-lecture-on-ai-at-the-university-of-miami.html


LLM Programs

Law alumnus aims to expand access to legal careers

Motivated by his own journey as an international law student, Alexander Reus has committed to funding scholarships and paid internships that help LL.M. students gain critical U.S. legal experience and launch their careers.

https://news.miami.edu/philanthropy/stories/2026/02/alexander-reus.html




Environmental Law

Alumna and animal law champion serves as a post-doctoral fellow in environmental law advocacy

Sophia Pastorini, J.D. ’24, a former Environmental Justice Clinic intern, balances counsel duties on Indigenous justice cases with mentoring graduates.

https://news.miami.edu/law/stories/2026/03/alumna-and-animal-law-champion-serves-as-a-post-doctoral-fellow-in-environmental-law-advocacy.html



Litigation

Championing the Hurricane legal legacy: Eric N. Assouline

A prominent business and bankruptcy litigation partner, Eric N. Assouline credits the University of Miami School of Law’s rigorous advocacy programs and deep alumni network for his career success.

https://news.miami.edu/law/stories/2026/03/championing-the-hurricane-legal-legacy-eric-n-assouline.html


School of Law Homepage

School of Law student wins prestigious Burton Legal Writing Award

Itiel Wainer has been named a 2026 Burton Award recipient for his scholarship on criminal antitrust enforcement, marking the school’s eighth win and third consecutive year of success in the national competition.

https://news.miami.edu/law/stories/2026/03/school-of-law-student-wins-prestigious-burton-legal-writing-award-and-earns-global-antitrust-nomination.html


Entertainment, Sports, Art Law

Students score big in elite football and baseball negotiation competitions

Miami Law students win second place in the Tulane International Baseball and Pro Football competitions, outperforming over 50 teams in each event.

https://news.miami.edu/law/stories/2026/03/students-score-big-in-elite-football-and-baseball-negotiation-competitions.html


Center for Ethics and Public Service

A trailblazer’s legacy in action: The inaugural H.T. Smith Symposium convenes at School of Law

The Center for Ethics and Public Service hosted the symposium on civil rights in Florida featuring pioneering alumnus H.T. Smith, J.D. ’73.

https://news.miami.edu/law/stories/2026/02/the-inaugural-h.t-smith-symposium-convenes-at-the-school-of-law.html


Environmental Law

Bridging land and sea with Professor Jessica Owley’s recent scholarship

Jessica Owley’s latest research highlights how merging geography with law can better protect our changing environment, while revealing the "ironic" importance of industrial permits in helping to save whales.

https://news.miami.edu/law/stories/2026/02/bridging-land-and-sea-with-professor-jessica-owleys-recent-scholarship.html


MLS - Master Legal Studies

Navigating Technology Law: How an M.L.S. Prepares You for Tech Regulations 

Tech-focused compliance officers, risk managers, and human resources (HR) leaders must navigate a patchwork of rules and regulations, which are constantly subject to change.  

https://news.miami.edu/law/stories/2026/02/navigating-technology-law-how-an-m.l.s-prepares-you-for-tech-regulations.html


MLS - Master Legal Studies

What Is an Executor of an Estate? Legal Duties, Milestones, and Common Pitfalls 

With so many nuances involved in serving as an executor of an estate, having robust legal knowledge can be extremely helpful. 

https://news.miami.edu/law/stories/2026/02/what-is-an-executor-of-an-estate-legal-duties-milestones-and-common-pitfalls.html


Immigration Law

Law students win major immigration cases through appellate and courtroom advocacy

Recent successes demonstrate how law clinics provide students with meaningful legal experience while serving clients facing life-altering immigration proceedings.

https://news.miami.edu/law/stories/2026/02/law-students-win-major-immigration-cases-through-appellate-and-courtroom-advocacy.html


Constitutional Law

University of Miami School of Law receives endowed gift from Sidley Austin Foundation

Endowment will annually honor top constitutional law students, cultivating future leaders in a key legal discipline.

https://news.miami.edu/law/stories/2026/02/university-of-miami-school-of-law-receives-endowed-gift-from-sidley-austin-foundation.html


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