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Moot court at Widener University Commonwealth Law School provides students with a unique chance to hone essential skills in legal research, writing, oral advocacy, and critical thinking. As part of the Appellate Advocacy Honor Society, also known as AAHS, students simulate Supreme Court and…

The critical role of an independent judiciary in upholding democracy took center stage at Widener University Commonwealth Law School’s 2025 jurist in residence lecture. The event, hosted by the school’s Law and Government Institute, featured an engaging discussion with Jurist in Residence Karoline…

Professor Michael Hussey, an expert in tax law and former dean of Widener Law Commonwealth, testified before the Pennsylvania House Finance Committee recently, emphasizing the critical role of the Earned Income Tax Credit, known also as EITC, in improving financial stability for working…

Widener Law Commonwealth alumna Keli Neary ’06 has been confirmed and sworn in as a U.S. district judge for the Middle District of Pennsylvania, fulfilling a dream in her legal career she began charting as a child. “I’ve known I wanted to be a judge since I was 12, when I had an impactful…

Kiera Flannery, a second-year law student at Widener University Commonwealth Law School, presented her nonprofit project, Golden Age Wellness, at the university’s High-Impact Educational Practices fair, also known as the HIP fair, on Feb. 19. The event highlights student achievements in…

Preparing for the bar exam is one of the most significant challenges law graduates face, and Widener University Commonwealth Law School is committed to ensuring its students have the tools and support they need to succeed. Through its comprehensive bar success program, the law school provides…

Jasmine Butler, a December 2019 graduate of Widener University Commonwealth Law School, is a testament to the power of resilience and the pursuit of one’s passions. As Associate Counsel for Tepper Sports & Entertainment, Jasmine has navigated a successful career for herself in the competitive…

Miranda Thompson had a deep interest in prosecutorial misconduct and state constitutional law, and she had the opportunity to do extensive research on these topics in her role as editor-in-chief of the Widener Law Review. That research – done in partnership with a respected professor – landed her…

For Professor Amanda Sholtis of Widener University Commonwealth Law School, legal history isn't just a matter of casebooks and lectures; it's a living, tangible experience brought to life through her unique collection of legal memorabilia. From autographed armbands to unique photographs, Sholtis’…

Widener University Commonwealth Law School’s Trial Admissions Program, known as TAP, offers a unique pathway to law school for students who are determined to study the law but are challenged by traditional admission procedures that focus largely on LSAT scores or undergraduate grades. Unlike…

Widener University Commonwealth Law School Professor Juliet Moringiello, who also serves as associate dean for academic affairs, has been named the recipient of the 2025 mentorship award by the Association of American Law Schools, known as AALS, section on Commercial and Consumer Law. This award…

Bunmi Emenanjo, a 2005 graduate of Widener Law Commonwealth, has seamlessly navigated between two worlds: law and literature. A practicing attorney, entrepreneur, and now a published author, Emenanjo’s journey from law school to authoring the children’s book ‘I’ll See You in Ijebu’ showcases her…