First U.S. International Moot Court Program Celebrates 10 Years of Trailblazing Success

In 2010, Miami Law became the first university in the U.S. to establish an International Moot Court Program. Over ten years later, the program has blossomed into one of the most active in the U.S. and remains the only program of its kind, emblematic of Miami Law’s exceptional international opportunities.

Professor Tamara Lave Takes the Reins of Prized Litigation Skills Program

Professor Tamara Rice Lave is the new faculty director of the Litigation Skills Program. A passionate teacher and experienced litigator, Lave leads the renowned program that engages students in rigorous, hands-on training providing them with the practical skills necessary for competent professional legal service.

Trial Team Wins First Place at All Star National Challenge

Miami Law’s trial team of third-year law students beat out 97 other law schools and won the final round against UCLA School of Law. The students were also named as best advocates during the competition.

Moot Court Team Wins 2021 Jeffrey Miller National Environmental Law Moot Court

The Charles C. Papy, Jr. Moot Court Board team of third-year law students beat 52 other teams. Additionally, student Christian Maroni was named Best Oralist in two of the judged rounds.

Miami Law Faculty Showcase Their Scholarship on Race, Diversity, and Equity

Twelve faculty members offered glimpses into their work and scholarship at U-LINK @ Miami Law: “Faculty Projects Addressing Race, Diversity, and Equity.” Professors highlighted projects which heighten understanding of the history and future of important social problems.

International Law Expert Selected Co-Editor of Journal of International Economic Law

Professor Kathleen Claussen accepted the invitation from Oxford University Press to join a team of two colleagues to serve as co-editor in chief of the leading intellectual publication in the field of international economic law.

Professor Bernard Oxman Honored with Prestigious Hudson Medal from American Society of International Law

Professor Bernard H. Oxman was presented virtually with the 2021 Manley O. Hudson Medal, ASIL’s highest honor, at its 115th annual meeting. The medal is awarded annually to "a distinguished person of American or other nationality for outstanding contributions to scholarship and achievement in international law."

Professor Charlton Copeland Named Clyde Ferguson Award Recipient for Outstanding Law Teaching

The Association of American Law Schools Section on Minority Groups has named Professor of Law & Dean’s Distinguished Scholar Charlton Copeland as the 2021 recipient of the Clyde Ferguson Award, the highest award bestowed by the section.

From Miami Law to Spotify, Expert in Intellectual Property Law Pays Forward and Pays Back

As head of global affairs and chief legal counselor for the music behemoth Spotify, Horacio Gutiérrez, J.D. ’98, is fully engaged in intellectual property law. After almost two decades at Microsoft, Gutiérrez has brought a rich multicultural perspective, as well as extensive international professional experience to Spotify.

Double ’Cane Creates Scholarship at Miami Law

William N. Lobel, B.B.A.’66 and J.D. ’69, is one of the nation’s leading bankruptcy lawyers. He generously donated funds to create the William N. Lobel Endowed Scholarship to help students like 2L Chase Tavernier in need financially.

Toy Story 2: Revisiting Alumni Toymakers Extraordinaire

For Judd and Laura Zebersky, both J.D. ’93, who met at first-year orientation, toymaking is still a serious albeit fun undertaking. Jazwares is a global leader in consumer products, including toys, action figures, plush, collectibles, and musical instruments.

Alumnus Takes His Joint Degree in Entertainment Law and Music Business to WhatsApp

When Rico Williams, J.D. ’13, arrived at Miami Law, he brought along his love of music and an interest in contracts and intellectual property. Now, a decade later, the musician/business/tech/lawyer has just celebrated his one-year anniversary at WhatsApp.

3L Gabriela Valentín Díaz Receives Prestigious Bertha Justice Fellowship to Work at Earthrights

Human Rights Clinic fellow, Gabriela Valentín Díaz, was selected to receive a prestigious fellowship, which helps train the next generation of social justice lawyers to work at Earthrights International.

By Land or By Water, 2L Miami Public Interest Scholar Helps Those Who Cannot Help Themselves

At Miami Law, Chelsea Johnson interns at the Miami Public Defender’s Office and at the Children and Youth Law Clinic, where she negotiates with case managers and attorneys to advocate for clients and achieve client goals.

With J.D./LL.M. in Maritime Law, Descendant of Miami Law's First Two Deans to Become Coast Guard Attorney

Tanner Stiehl, the great-great-grandson and great-grandson of Richmond Austin Rasco (1928-1931) and Russell Austin Rasco (1931-1957), returned to his family roots after being selected to the Coast Guard’s Judge Advocate General Post Graduate Program. 

3L Committed to Social Justice Addresses Prisoners’ Rights and Criminal Justice Reform

Lindsey Johnson entered law school with a long-held passion for criminal justice reform, prisoners’ rights advocacy, and death penalty defense. A Miami Public Interest Scholar, she has continued to volunteer within the prison system through the Exchange for Change Program at Dade Correctional Institution.