Jumping nine places from last year, the Papy Moot Court Board reaffirms its status and highlights Miami Law’s excellence in oral advocacy preparation.

https://news.miami.edu/law/stories/2026/05/school-of-laws-papy-moot-court-board-rises-to-3-nationally-retains-1-spot-in-florida.html



School of Law Alumni

A century of excellence: School of Law commencement celebrates graduates and 100-year anniversary

Graduates of the School of Law walked the stage at the Watsco Center to the cheers of family and friends celebrating the culmination of their legal education.

https://news.miami.edu/law/stories/2026/05/a-century-of-excellence-school-of-law-commencement-celebrates-graduates-and-100-year-anniversary.html


Entertainment, Sports, Art Law

Hernán Pantaleón: Bridging global legal perspectives from Buenos Aires to Miami

A distinguished LL.M. alumnus and Fulbright Scholar, Hernán Pantaleón has leveraged his multicultural legal education to build a 30-year career as an international finance expert, entertainment lawyer, and dedicated professor.

https://news.miami.edu/law/stories/2026/05/hernán-pantaleón-bridging-global-legal-perspectives-from-buenos-aires-to-miami.html




Environmental Law

Bridging science and law at the front lines of conservation

After pursuing an interdisciplinary course of study with the School of Law and the Rosenstiel School of Marine, Atmospheric, and Earth Sciences, Alex Carbaugh‑Rutland graduates from the law school this May.

https://news.miami.edu/law/stories/2026/05/bridging-science-and-law-at-the-front-lines-of-conservation.html



School of Law Faculty

Honoring a legacy: Professor Lili Levi retires from the School of Law

After nearly four decades of pioneering scholarship in media law, Professor Lili Levi prepares to conclude her distinguished tenure at the University of Miami School of Law.

https://news.miami.edu/law/stories/2026/05/honoring-a-legacy-professor-lili-levi-retires-from-the-school-of-law.html


International Arbitration

Brian Vaca: A global leader in international arbitration

Brian Vaca, J.D./LL.M. ‘16, discusses how the specialized curriculum and mentorship at Miami Law launched his award-winning career in international dispute resolution.

https://news.miami.edu/law/stories/2026/05/brian-vaca-a-global-leader-in-international-arbitration.html


MLS - Master Legal Studies

First class of M.L.S. graduates to walk across the stage

Alexia Iglesias is a proud member of the first graduating class of Master of Legal Studies students.

https://news.miami.edu/law/stories/2026/05/first-class-of-m.l.s-graduates-to-walk-across-the-stage.html


Litigation

Forging her own path: Yelyzaveta Aleksyeyeva to deliver student commencement address

The Ukrainian-born law student, who will join the Miami-Dade State Attorney’s Office after graduation, reflects on her heritage and commitment to others as she prepares to address the School of Law’s graduates on May 9th.

https://news.miami.edu/law/stories/2026/05/forging-her-own-path-yelyzaveta-aleksyeyeva-to-deliver-student-commencement-address.html


Criminal Law

A legacy of justice: Celebrating the career of Professor Scott Sundby

After decades of groundbreaking scholarship, Professor Scott Sundby, the Robert C. Josefsberg Endowed Chair in Criminal Justice Advocacy, prepares to retire at the conclusion of the 2025–2026 academic year.

https://news.miami.edu/law/stories/2026/04/a-legacy-of-justice-celebrating-the-career-of-professor-scott-sundby.html


School of Law Alumni

University of Miami School of Law receives historic gift in its centennial year to establish business law program

With a transformational gift, Susan and Demetrio J. Pérez honor a family legacy of expanding access to education, elevate the School of Law as a leader in business law, and leave a lasting impact on the community and legal education.

https://news.miami.edu/law/stories/2026/04/university-of-miami-school-of-law-receives-historic-gift-in-its-centennial-year-to-establish-business-law-program.html


School of Law Alumni

Navigating global waters: Catherine E. Turner

A distinguished legal executive with over two decades of maritime and international business experience, Catherine Turner credits Miami Law’s rigorous analytical training and foundational mentorships for her success.

https://news.miami.edu/law/stories/2026/04/navigating-global-waters-catherine-e-turner.html


School of Law Homepage

Federal Judge Roy K. Altman named School of Law 2026 commencement speaker

A distinguished jurist and prolific advocate for the rule of law, Judge Roy K. Altman will address the graduating class on May 9th, bringing a career-long dedication to public service and justice to the University of Miami.

https://news.miami.edu/law/stories/2026/04/federal-judge-roy-k-altman-named-school-of-law-2026-commencement-speaker.html


Family Law

Thirty years of advocacy: The University of Miami’s Children and Youth Law Clinic

The Clinic stands as a testament to the idea that dedicated students, guided by expert faculty, can not only navigate the law but also bend its arc toward justice for those who need it most.

https://news.miami.edu/law/stories/2026/04/thirty-years-of-advocacy-the-university-of-miamis-children-and-youth-law-clinic.html


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