The University of Chicago Law School

06/04/2026

A special visit ahead of a historic opening. George Ericsson, ’26, and Caroline Cole, ’26, recently toured the Museum at the Obama Presidential Center during its soft opening, thanks to a special invitation from CEO Valerie Jarrett.

George and Caroline are both students in the Federal Criminal Justice Clinic, where Jarrett has visited with students—sharing advice, answering questions, and fostering conversations about leadership and public service.

Before his presidency, Barack Obama served as a lecturer at . When the Center officially opens on June 19, it will stand as both a celebration of his legacy and a reflection of his enduring ties to Chicago and the South Side community.

06/04/2026

Scholarship written by Samuel Bray, Professor of Law and Walter Mander Research Scholar, was highlighted in Adam Liptak's The New York Times legal newsletter, The Docket.

In a section titled "Other Things Worth Knowing About," Liptak spotlights "Prosecuting Contempt," an article by Prof. Bray and Aditya Bamzai examining how federal courts can enforce criminal contempt orders, including whether judges may appoint outside prosecutors rather than relying on the Department of Justice.

Read more: https://www.nytimes.com/2026/06/03/us/politics/the-docket-former-judges-filings.html?smid=nytcore-ios-share

06/03/2026

What questions are shaping the Supreme Court’s most consequential cases this term? At ’s Supreme Court Review and Preview program, Profs. David Strauss, William Baude, and Aziz Huq examined major rulings, discussed key cases still awaiting decision, and explored broader questions about constitutional interpretation and the role of the Court. The conversation was moderated by Dean Adam Chilton.

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As the Supreme Court entered the final weeks of its term, three University of Chicago Law School’s scholars examined the major cases still awaiting decision while reflecting on some of the term's most consequential rulings.Professors David Strauss, Will Baude, and Aziz Huq were the panelists at UC...

06/03/2026

For Ronja Kleinholz, ’26, the answer is simple: say yes to every opportunity.

Over the past three years, Ronja immersed herself in nearly every aspect of Law School life—from the Federal Criminal Justice Clinic and legal scholarship to student leadership, mentoring incoming students, intramural sports, and even co-directing the 2026 Law School Musical.

Her willingness to explore new interests and embrace new challenges helped shape what she calls “the experience of a lifetime.”

After graduation, Ronja will clerk for Magistrate Judge Beth Jantz of the US District Court for the Northern District of Illinois before joining Sullivan & Cromwell in New York City.

Read more about Ronja’s UChicago Law journey and the experiences that shaped her: https://buff.ly/pZZWlMI

06/02/2026

For Coby Goldberg, ’26, law school became an opportunity to discover not only how to read the law, but how to think like a lawyer.

After arriving at without ever having read a court decision, Coby leaves with a passion for appellate advocacy, a deep appreciation for close legal analysis, and two prestigious clerkships ahead of him: first with Judge Stephanos Bibas on the US Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit, followed by Judge Jesse Furman of the US District Court for the Southern District of New York.

From transformative classroom experiences with Professors Aziz Huq and Bridget Fahey to hands-on appellate work in the Jenner & Block Supreme Court and Appellate Clinic, Coby found joy in tackling difficult legal questions and developing new ways of thinking about the law.

Read more about Coby’s journey and what’s next for him: https://www.law.uchicago.edu/news/class-2026-student-spotlights

06/01/2026

As members of the Class of 2026 prepare to begin the next chapter of their careers, they’re reflecting on the experiences, mentors, and moments that shaped their time at the Law School.

One of those graduates is Kassidy Mahoney, ’26, whose commitment to public service and pro bono advocacy has defined her three years at UChicago Law.

This fall, Kassidy will join the Cook County Public Defender’s Office after completing nearly 900 hours of pro bono service—the most in her graduating class—and earning the Law School’s 2026 Pro Bono Award of Excellence.

“You’re going to learn a lot about the law,” she advises incoming students, “but throughout the process, and as you go into your career, remember that you have a lot to learn about everything else.”

Read more about Kassidy’s journey: https://buff.ly/pZZWlMI

05/29/2026

At age 23, Sri Srinivasan stood to take the oath of American citizenship. Exactly 23 years later, he stood again—this time to take the oath as a federal judge on the United States Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit. It was a full-circle moment that transformed his passion for public service into what he called the "ultimate manifestation of belonging."

At the Law School’s Edward H. Levi Distinguished Visiting Jurist Program on May 7, Srinivasan joined Professor David A. Strauss for a lunchtime fireside chat to discuss how being an immigrant shaped his passion for public service, clerking for Supreme Court Justice Sandra Day O’Connor, and his tenure as a judge.

At age 23, Sri Srinivasan stood to take the oath of American citizenship. Exactly 23 years later, he stood again—this time to take the oath as a federal judge on the United States Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit. It was a full-circle moment that transformed his passion for pu...

05/28/2026

David M. Rubenstein, ’73, has made a new $15 million gift to extend support for the University of Chicago Law School's Rubenstein Scholars Program—one of the most distinguished scholarship initiatives in legal education.

Since its founding in 2010, the program has supported more than 220 students through full-tuition scholarships and stipends, helping future lawyers pursue careers in public service, clerkships, private practice, and beyond.

“This kind of sustained investment strengthens the Law School in lasting ways,” said Dean Adam Chilton.

Read more: https://www.law.uchicago.edu/news/rubenstein-extends-scholars-program-support

05/26/2026

Earlier this month, Judge Frank Easterbrook, ’73, was awarded the 2026 Coase Medal for Outstanding Contributions to Law and Economics by the American Law and Economics Association. Easterbrook, a judge of the United States Court of Appeals for the Seventh Circuit and former professor at the Law School, received the prestigious honor at a ceremony hosted at the Rubenstein Forum.

The event included remarks from Lee Fennell, the Max Pam Professor of Law and president of the ALEA, and Daniel Fischel, ’77, former dean of the Law School and longtime friend and coauthor of Easterbrook, as well as a keynote address from Easterbrook himself.

Frank Easterbrook, ’73, a judge of the United States Court of Appeals for the Seventh Circuit and a former professor at the Law School, received the prestigious Coase Medal from the American Law and Economics Association (ALEA) on May 15.Hosted at the Rubenstein Forum, the award ceremony included ...

05/26/2026

In a new interview with The Chicago Maroon, professor Alison LaCroix reflects on the role history can play in guiding the Class of 2026 as they prepare for what comes next.

Prof. LaCroix will deliver will deliver UChicago's Convocation address on June 6.

The UChicago Law School professor spoke to the Maroon about using history to advise the graduating class.