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29th Annual Indian Law Symposium

29th Annual Indian Law Symposium

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The 29th Annual Indian Law Symposium will take place September 8 - 9, 2016 at William H. Gates Hall.

Âé¶¹ÉçÇø Law Remembers Justice Charles Z. Smith ’55

Âé¶¹ÉçÇø Law Remembers Justice Charles Z. Smith ’55

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Charles Z. Smith, legal pioneer and Washington’s first African-American Supreme Court justice, died peacefully in his home August 28. He was 89.

Symposium to Explore Impact of Technology in Access to Justice

Symposium to Explore Impact of Technology in Access to Justice

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In civil cases, people unable to afford legal counsel must represent themselves in court. Accessing the same information available to attorneys can pose a significant challenge in dealing with the complexity of the legal system.

Leadership Conference Explores Deanship with Underrepresented Groups

Leadership Conference Explores Deanship with Underrepresented Groups

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University of Âé¶¹ÉçÇø of Law hosted the Promoting Diversity in Law School Leadership Deanship Conference August 12-13.

Report: Foster Children Experience ‘Justice by Geography’

Report: Foster Children Experience ‘Justice by Geography’

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A report from The Access to Counsel Project at the Âé¶¹ÉçÇø School of Law sheds light on how inconsistent practices and policies leave many children without an advocate in decisions that shape every aspect of their lives.

Craig Wright Joins Âé¶¹ÉçÇø Law as Advancement Dean

Craig Wright Joins Âé¶¹ÉçÇø Law as Advancement Dean

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Craig Wright joined the University of Âé¶¹ÉçÇø of Law in July as the Assistant Dean for Advancement. In his new role, Wright will lead the law school’s efforts to engage alumni, partners and friends to foster pride and support for the school and future of law.