University of San Diego School of Law

University of San Diego School of Law Recognized for excellence of its faculty, curriculum and clinical programs, USD School of Law enrolls approximately 800 JD and LLM students each year.

The University of San Diego School of Law is a center of academic excellence focused on preparing its students for legal practice in the new century. One of the most selective law schools in the country, the School of Law’s nationally recognized faculty create a demanding, yet welcoming environment that emphasizes individualized education.

Join fellow USD School of Law alumni, faculty, students, and members of San Diego's legal community for an inspiring eve...
09/06/2026

Join fellow USD School of Law alumni, faculty, students, and members of San Diego's legal community for an inspiring evening of ideas and conversation at the 40th Annual Nathaniel L. Nathanson Memorial Lecture. We are honored to welcome renowned constitutional and immigration law scholar Hiroshi Motomura, recently named a 2026 Great Immigrant, Great American, who will explore the timely and thought-provoking question of "Immigration, Belonging, and the Constitution." Don't miss this opportunity to hear one of the nation's leading voices on immigration and constitutional law.

Register at sandiego.edu/newscenter/146532

USD Law students and alumni of all backgrounds and faiths are invited to join us on Monday, Oct. 5 at the Founders Chape...
09/05/2026

USD Law students and alumni of all backgrounds and faiths are invited to join us on Monday, Oct. 5 at the Founders Chapel to mark the opening of the judicial year. You may choose to only attend the reception, where you can mingle and network with San Diego judges, or you may also join the Red Mass. Members of the San Diego area bench and bar and the University of San Diego community will be in attendance.

Register at: https://www.givecampus.com/schools/UniversityofSanDiego/events/usd-school-of-law-2026-red-mass-reception

🎊As part of Transgender History Month,  honored the Transgender Name and Gender-Marker Change Clinic, a USD Law student ...
09/04/2026

🎊As part of Transgender History Month, honored the Transgender Name and Gender-Marker Change Clinic, a USD Law student organization, for its ongoing work to strengthen access to justice across California’s LGBTQ+ community.

The clinic was recognized alongside several San Diego organizations serving the transgender community through advocacy, education, health care, and direct support. Supervising attorneys Joahna Fredericksen-Aguilar and Antonio Page-Kahn represented the clinic at the City Council ceremony.

⚖️Since its founding in 2018, the clinic has served more than 1,200 clients while providing USD Law students with hands-on experience in pro bono legal work.

🎉Join USD Law in recognizing Professors Adam Hirsch, Orly Lobel, and Erin Sheley, who have been honored with professorsh...
09/04/2026

🎉Join USD Law in recognizing Professors Adam Hirsch, Orly Lobel, and Erin Sheley, who have been honored with professorships for the 2026-2027 academic year.

Hirsch was recognized with a University Professorship, the highest academic honor bestowed university-wide at USD. He is the Napoleon A. Jones, Jr., Professor of Law and has been a member of the USD Law faculty since 2013.

Lobel received the Herzog Endowed Scholar Award, which recognizes meritorious teaching and scholarly productivity. She is the founding director of the Center for Employment and Labor Policy and an award-winning author and scholar.

Sheley received the Class of 1975 Endowed Professorship, which recognizes meritorious teaching, leadership, and academic accomplishments. She joined the USD Law faculty in 2025, and her areas of expertise include criminal law and criminal procedure.

View the Fall 2026 Convocation Program at: https://www.sandiego.edu/convocation/.

Read more at: https://www.sandiego.edu/newscenter/157046.

📣LA USD Law alumni, let’s connect! We are taking over the historic El Coyote on Thursday, Sept. 17 for a regional social...
09/03/2026

📣LA USD Law alumni, let’s connect! We are taking over the historic El Coyote on Thursday, Sept. 17 for a regional social.

📅Join local alumni, friends, and Dean of USD Law Robert Schapiro to connect with our incredible LA community! We're gathering to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month and honor USD’s status as a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI). Come for the professional networking and legal community circle, stay for the great food and festive atmosphere.

🎟️Your $15 ticket includes appetizers and your first drink is on us! Click the link to register. https://www.givecampus.com/schools/UniversityofSanDiego/events/los-angeles-torero-social-at-el-coyote

Viva Las Vegas! 🍷✨Ready to elevate your network? Join fellow USD alumni for a sophisticated evening of connection at Fir...
09/01/2026

Viva Las Vegas! 🍷✨

Ready to elevate your network? Join fellow USD alumni for a sophisticated evening of connection at Firefly Southwest on Tuesday, Sept. 22 at 6 p.m.!

🎟️Your $15 ticket includes:
🍹Your first drink (featuring Firefly’s iconic Sangria, w**e, b**r, or spirits)
🧀Delicious tapas
🤝High-value, intentional networking across industries
👔Special guest Dean Robert Schapiro

Tag a fellow USD Law alum in the comments and grab your spot today.

🔗Register at: https://www.givecampus.com/schools/UniversityofSanDiego/events/las-vegas-alumni-social/register

Registration is now open for the Class Action Law Forum Data Breach Summit on Tuesday, Sept. 22, hosted by Western Allia...
08/24/2026

Registration is now open for the Class Action Law Forum Data Breach Summit on Tuesday, Sept. 22, hosted by Western Alliance Bank in collaboration with University of San Diego School of Law.

Join leading attorneys, industry professionals and legal innovators for a focused discussion on the latest developments shaping the data breach and cybersecurity landscape. Gain practical insights, explore emerging trends and connect with peers addressing today's most pressing challenges.

Register today and be part of the conversation at https://www.sandiego.edu/newscenter/149653

USD Law students enjoy complimentary registration using the code USDGOS.
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📣LA USD Law alumni, let’s connect! We are taking over the historic El Coyote on Thursday, Sept. 17 for a regional social...
08/20/2026

📣LA USD Law alumni, let’s connect! We are taking over the historic El Coyote on Thursday, Sept. 17 for a regional social.

📆Join local alumni, friends, and Dean of USD Law Robert Schapiro to connect with our incredible LA community! We're gathering to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month and honor USD’s status as a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI). Come for the professional networking and legal community circle, stay for the great food and festive atmosphere.

🎟️Your $15 ticket includes appetizers and your first drink is on us! Register at: https://lnkd.in/gzCWAFxT

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