School of Law - Events
Panel highlights Cuban repression at School of Law's Human Rights Symposium event
The School of Law co-sponsored the "Cuban Voices: Rights, Reality, and the Rule of Law" program, which included a panel discussion moderated by Interim Dean Patricia Sánchez Abril.
Global gavel: Miami serves as hemispheric hub for human rights law
The School of Law hosted a weeklong Human Rights in the Americas Symposium featuring the Inter-American Commission on Human Rights.
Miami Law Class Action Forum returns, featuring former U.S. Solicitor General Paul Clement
The 10th annual forum, to be held on Jan. 30, 2026, will explore the rapidly shifting landscape of class action litigation, driven by changes in law and technology, at the University of Miami School of Law.
Environmental law scholars convene at University of Miami to redefine "The Good Life" in the Anthropocene
The School of Law’s Environmental Law Program hosted a workshop, where scholars discussed draft chapters for a forthcoming book exploring consumption, waste, and human flourishing amid planetary crises.
Champion of justice: Judge Mark E. Walker honored with prestigious William M. Hoeveler Award
U.S. District Judge Mark E. Walker was recently honored with the Hoeveler Award for his distinguished career safeguarding civil liberties, voting rights, and the rule of law.
50th annual Ralph E. Boyer Condo & Development Law conference
The institute is celebrating a half-century of keeping attorneys and professionals involved in condominiums, homeowners, and community association law and development, with the latest on crucial topics for the industry.
School of Law brings Supreme Court Justice to speak with and inspire students
Justice Sonia Sotomayor captivated an audience of nearly 600 at the University of Miami with a discussion of her new children’s book and the law.
Transactional Practice Bootcamp to provide essential tools from contract drafting to negotiation
The one-day immersive training event for legal professionals also features a student competition in representing clients in a transactional deal.
As a hub for innovation, School of Law convened leading figures during the 2024-2025 academic year
Lectures and events provided a key platform for legal discourse with a range of influential topics from mindfulness to the impact of artificial intelligence in the legal field.
Students participate in three inspiring talks with U.S. Supreme Court Justices in 2024-25
The justices enlightened students with discussions on their careers, personal experiences, and the importance of civic engagement, reinforcing the school's commitment to legal education and community dialogue.
Visionary entrepreneur, CEO, author, and teacher is commencement speaker
Dov Seidman is the founder and chairman of LRN and The HOW Institute for Society and bestselling author of "HOW: Why HOW We Do Anything Means Everything."
The School of Law's Business Law Review held its annual fireside chat
At the event, three expert panelists dove deep into the nuances of third-party litigation funding.
