
3+3 student looks toward the future with Willamette Law
02.06.2025 | Sarah BelloColby Alexander BA’24, JD’26 looks forward to what is ahead after completing the first year of law school and his undergraduate degree at Willamette.
Colby Alexander BA’24, JD’26 looks forward to what is ahead after completing the first year of law school and his undergraduate degree at Willamette.
Faith O’Malley JD’24 didn’t think she had a “lawyer personality” but now she is finding her own niche in helping others.
Genna Walsh JD’24 shares her passion for wellness and educating others on psilocybin.
25 years at Willamette Law and a lifetime of dedication to the legal community.
Professors Susan Smith and Yvonne Tamayo reflect on their years of service to Willamette Law.
Willamette Law professor teaches Constitutional Law while also serving as an advocate and activist.
Willamette Law professor discusses her continued research on prisons and eugenics.
Stevens Fellowship provides opportunities for students to innovate, develop skills, and impact the community.
WUPILP’s summer fellowships provide students with valuable experience in public interest law.
Willamette University kicked off a new academic year with joy and energy across its five colleges, welcoming an accomplished and innovative group of future change makers to its campuses.
An impressive lineup of new faculty members — including a former public defender, an Emmy award-winning animator, a global public health advocate, and a Disney artist — will provide valuable learning opportunities for students.
JoAnne Brandes JD’78 to give the commencement address; Judge Norman Hill JD’94, Professor Robin Maril, and Madeline Hueske JD’24 also recognized.
The Ecotrust building, renowned for its sustainability-focused design and commitment to community engagement, will now serve as a nexus for Willamette University's Portland-based graduate and professional programs.
The symposium is co-hosted by Willamette University College of Law and the Conflict of Laws Section of the Association of American Law Schools
Willamette Law introduces a groundbreaking new initiative to encourage and educate students interested in public interest immigration law.
Madeline Hueske JD’24 discusses her love of the Pacific Northwest and passion for studying law
Remembering Haley Finney, a law student and advocate for justice who battled ovarian cancer. Her legacy inspires future law students at Willamette University.
Kim Medford BA’94, JD’99 finds success at manufacturing company after diverse legal career. Read her journey from litigator to general counsel to president.
Discover JoAnne Brandes' journey as a trailblazing attorney and advocate for working mothers. She balanced a successful career with commitment to her family.
Former Oregon Supreme Court Chief Justice Paul De Muniz and Marion County Circuit Court Judge Lindsay Partridge address the shortage of Oregon public defenders.
John Bauer BA’01, JD’05, Chief Legal Officer at Salem Health, shares his journey from international travels to health law and the value of diverse experiences.
Tomas Hernandez JD’13, Associate Director for Career Planning and Development at Willamette Law, shares his journey from military service to legal career.
Cecilia “Cissy” Lee JD’86 teaches Bankruptcy Law at Willamette giving back to the place that shaped her success. She discusses what inspires her to give back
Professor Steven Green discusses his forthcoming book and his career highlights
The law school’s first of its kind fellowship benefits Class of 2023 grads and Oregonians alike while planning for future growth
Explore the latest insights into environmental crimes with the publication of "Edward Elgar Research Handbook on Environmental Crimes and Criminal Enforcement."
Discover the remarkable journey of Phylis Myles, Assistant Dean of Career Planning and Development at Willamette Law, as she reflects on her career.
Willamette Law has been at the forefront of attorney licensure reform – and now a new pathway to licensure is here.
Discover the profound impact of the Willamette Law faculty, including judges and justices, who blend real-world experience with teaching excellence.
Willamette Law launches a one-of-a-kind JD for Life program enabling graduates to both audit and take academic credit courses.
Professor Sheri Buske expanded her courses beyond lectures to teach students about the essential skills of a lawyer.
Roscoe III JD’73 and Debra Nelson establish the Roscoe C. & Debra H. Nelson Distinguished Faculty Scholarship Award to continue a legacy of mentorship.
After opening her own family law firm, Kristi Skalman looks back on her time in law school and how she accomplished her goals.
In recognition of Hispanic Heritage Month (also known as Latinx/e Heritage Month), Willamette University asked Nairobi Aguilar JD'24, president of the Latinx Law Student Association, about why the month is meaningful.
Professor Emerita Valerie J. Vollmar JD’75 helped to bring experiential education to Willamette Law, now she reflects on her career.
From artist to law student, David Schleiffers JD’24 discusses his experience at Willamette Law.
Professor Caroline Davidson, Professor Paul Diller, and Associate Dean & Professor Karen Sandrik are honored for their impact at Willamette and in the broader legal community.
Five new faculty members join Willamette Law in the fall of 2023.
Chief Judge Erin Lagesen JD'00 to give the commencement address; Professor Leroy Tornquist, Professor Caroline Davidson, and Larraina Erland also recognized.
Irma Alvarez Carrillo JD’24 and Jarely Castro JD’23 participated in the ABA Judicial Clerkship Program which connected them with federal, state, and administrative judges and lawyers from across the country.
A generous grant from AccessLex Institute will enable the College of Law to study how a cohort-based bar study program impacts first-time bar passage rates.
Last November, Professors Sheri Buske and Susan Cook traveled nearly 10,000 miles to Arusha, Tanzania, close to the base of Mt. Kilimanjaro — and they’ll do it again in May.
Brooke Trujillo JD'23 talks about her path to law school and how she strives to make a difference.
Willamette Law’s Intensive Trial Practice program provides students with the opportunity to learn first-hand what it takes to be a trial lawyer.
Discover Henry Harder's educational journey at Willamette University, from Law School Bound to JAG Corps internships. Learn how balance led to his success.
Trusts and Estates Clinic students offer their skills to Grand Ronde tribe, others
A Willamette Law student and professor reflect on the importance of hands-on legal experience.
In 2022, Willamette University College of Law demonstrated its commitment to experiential education, equity, and inclusion, making significant strides.
Lucy Jensen (JD/MBA ‘13) credits her Willamette Law education as a contributor to her success and her inspiration for supporting future generations of lawyers.
Willamette Law shows leadership in the national conversation.
Julie Parrish (JD '23) draws upon her years of experience to inform her recently published American Bar Association articles.
Professor and Associate Dean for Faculty Karen Sandrik discusses her recent article exploring enhanced damages in patent law.
Willamette Law's Clinical Program, led by Prof. Beth Zilberman, offers hands-on experience and prepares students for working in real-world legal practices.
Élan Consuella Lambert JD'98 credits Willamette Law for her journey to becoming an administrative law judge emphasizing the importance of foundational education
Willamette Law adds the LexScholars Post-Baccalaureate program to direct admissions pathways.
Gabriel Parton Lee JD'16 anticipated going into labor & employment law after graduation, but in 2018, his career took what could be described as a "wild" turn.
Explore the forthcoming UCLA Law Review article by Professor Keith Cunningham-Parmeter on the legal implications of customer discrimination in online reviews.
Professor Kelly Gamble was appointed to the role of Director of Academic Excellence and oversees the Academic Excellence program.
Jordyn Wickstrom JD'24 and Professor Rohan Grey assisted with a Congressional Resolution which proposes a new streaming royalty for musicians.
Matthew Fitzgerald JD '02 was promoted to JAG colonel.
Two of Willamette Law's business scholars and professors earned promotions this past March.
The College of Law reflects on the success and future goals of the Law School Bound program.
Paul Sundermier JD ‘82 was honored as the 2022 Mentor of the Year. He was nominated by his student mentee, Jim MacDonald JD ‘22.
Tristan Kelly JD ’24 spent the summer as a law clerk at the Commons Law Center.
Willamette University Law introduces the Miss Oregon Law School Scholarship, benefiting contestants admitted to the program from fall 2023 onward.
Associate Dean Jeff Dobbins, inspired by his clerkship with Justice John Paul Stevens, champions public interest law fellowships at Willamette Law,
The law professor plans to conduct research on the treatment of sexual and gender-based violence in Colombian courts.
A tumultuous journey to a celebratory graduation.
Judge Darleen Ortega to give the commencement address; Assistant Professor Kelly Gamble, Megann Elizabeth Meier and Derek Olson recognized.
Willamette Law partners with University of Alaska Fairbanks for a 4+3 Direct Admission Program, offering scholarships and a transparent admissions process.
Willamette Law is pleased to announce Professor Stephanie Davidson as its new director of the law library and associate professor of law.
Assistant Professor Rohan Grey of Willamette Law visits University of Manchester, focusing on law, money, and technology, enhancing global financial expertise.
In her new role, Professor Robin Morris Collin will lead environmental justice efforts in communities disproportionately harmed by pollution.
Visiting Assistant Professor Robin Maril joins full-time faculty along with Beth Zilberman
Apply to Willamette University's undergraduate and graduate programs in arts, science, law, management, and data science. Deadlines are approaching!
The Oregon Supreme Court has expressed approval of alternative pathways to the traditional bar exam, prompting Willamette Law to hire new faculty.
Moving forward all College of Law awards will be renewable based on academic good standing. This decision comes amid a national trend towards merit-based grants
With the threat of a global pandemic and moving to fully remote classes, the Class of 2021 overcame a number of obstacles on their way to passing the bar exam.
With this new partnership, students at Willamette Law will have increased access to top career opportunities.
Josh Lute JD’07 truly knows the ins and outs of Dutch Bros. Coffee. The alum went from slinging drinks at a stand to providing legal advice and assistance.
Assistant Professor Rohan Grey from Willamette Law has been appointed as a visiting professor at the University of Manchester for December 2021.
Willamette Law’s Center for Constitutional Government brings together legal experts to discuss the constitutionality of COVID vaccine mandates.
Alum Lou Giaquinto, attorney for Maricopa County Attorney’s Office, was working on a murder trial with another prosecutor when the pandemic caused the world to pause.
Mark Hoyt JD’92, the former chair of the Leadership Cabinet, praises Schierhorn's leadership skills and commitment to advancing the law school.
Late Willamette Law Professor Gwynne Skinner's book, "Transnational Corporations and Human Rights," completed posthumously, celebrates Skinner's legacy.
Jim Nafziger’s work reflects the importance of international and comparative law to a student’s legal education.
Julie Wolff JD/MBA’95 has been the chief legal officer for Sarcos Robotics since 2015 and credits Willamette for helping her adopt a holistic approach to problem-solving.
Visiting Prof. Robin Maril brings their Human Rights Campaign experience to Willamette University to teach Constitutional and Admin & Family Law,
Sheryl Buske joins the faculty at Willamette Law.
Terrence Green, JD’11, returns to Willamette Law this fall to teach Immigration Law, bringing invaluable insights as a first-generation immigrant himself.
The Health Law Certificate is the sixth certificate to be added by the College of Law and will focus on preparing law students for the evolving legal issues in the health care field.
Lindsay Stewart ’69 JD’73 and Corinne Stewart ’71 have endowed the Lindsay and Corinne Stewart Professorship in Humanities.
When alumni, parents and friends knew of the needs and challenges faced by our community this year, they responded with an unprecedented level of support.
The new 4+3 agreement between Western Oregon University and Willamette Law will expand access to Western Oregon students seeking to pursue a law degree.
Willamette Law's new addition to its teaching faculty from Gov. Kate Brown’s staff. Dustin Buehler ’00, Willamette alumnus, will teach Civil Procedure.
Geoff Winkler BA ’04, JD ’06, MBA ’08 had a rocky academic beginning, but now he's CEO of American Fiduciary Services.
Oregon's task force proposes alternatives to the bar exam for law grads, emphasizing experiential learning. Willamette University supports these changes
University of Denver Sturm College of Law fellow and longtime distinguished practitioner join the College of Law faculty.
Estate gift from the law school's largest individual donor, Marty Wolf ’57, LLB’60, will expand hands-on, experiential learning and curricular modernization.
The new agreement between the University of Alaska Anchorage and Willamette Law will expand access to Alaskan students wishing to pursue law degrees.
Willamette Law’s new seminar course, Lawyers & Leadership, provides a unique and individualized approach to legal education that will prepare graduates for leadership roles.
More than 475 students — representing the College of Arts and Sciences, Atkinson Graduate School of Management and the College of Law — graduated from Willamette University on Sunday.
Willamette Law welcomes Justice Adrienne C. Nelson as the keynote speaker for the Spring 2021 commencement.
Karina Salzberg’s interest in law and desire to learn how to help her future clients helped put her on a track to accomplish a remarkable achievement.
Students interested in continuing their studies have the opportunity to learn about special legal topics in an accelerated course format.
The Willamette Law faculty acknowledges the college's historic obligation to eradicate racism, hatred and violence and calls for action to achieve that end.
Willamette University will once again resume in-person education this fall and anticipates a full range of on-campus activity.
Professor of Law and Director of the Clinical Law Program will be leaving Willamette Law to become the inaugural W.H. Lea for Justice Endowed Chair for Pediatric Law, Ethics and Policy and Professor of Pediatrics at the University of Colorado Anschutz School of Medicine and Professor of Law at University of Colorado Law School.
Megan Mizuta JD’21 will soon be a judicial clerk for Judge Steven Powers JD’01 at the Oregon Court of Appeals.
After nearly a decade exploring other careers, Bruce Garrett JD’21 found the right fit in law school.
Dean Emeritus and Professor of Law Symeon Symeonides has completed a 30-year project. Widely described as the world's leading expert on comparative conflicts law today, Symeonides has also completed seven books in the last seven years.
Willamette Law is pleased to announce the Signature Strengths Initiative in keeping with its historically progressive approach to legal education.
Board of Trustees promotes 10 professors from across the university to professor and associate professor with tenure.
4+3 Direct Admission Program allows Portland State University students & alumni to be admitted to Willamette Law with certain academic credentials.
After the diploma privilege ruling, members of the class of 2020 used bar study time to contribute to the profession and inform the conversation on racial justice in Oregon.
The program offers an innovative and transparent path to obtaining a legal education.
Willamette University Law appoints Professors Karen Sandrik and David Friedman as associate deans, and Dean Laura Appleman transitions to faculty.
Kirsten Parson's interest in pursuing juvenile law led to an externship that promises to have a significant impact on her future career in law.
Willamette Law adapts swiftly to COVID-19, transitioning to remote learning and planning a flexible approach for fall 2020 to prioritize student experience.
Willamette Law is saddened to announce the passing of one of its most gracious, enthusiastic and accomplished professors.
Law school continues its rise in rankings by US News and World Report.