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Widener University Commonwealth Law School is playing a critical role in national efforts to make law school more accessible to students facing barriers to pursuing legal education. The effort, known as Guided Journey PLUS, supports 450 aspiring law students from across the country by building…

Reading is a foundation of legal education, and students log significant hours reviewing cases, the law and legal theories through the written word. While the law library is filled with printed reading materials, students also spend considerable time reading digital materials.  Assistant…

President Joe Biden has nominated Keli M. Neary, a distinguished alumna of Widener University Commonwealth Law School, to serve as a judge on the U.S. District Court for the Middle District of Pennsylvania. “We are very pleased that President Biden has recognized the gifts and talents of Keli Neary…

Grace Mills and Kendyl Swank, rising third-year law students at Widener University Commonwealth Law School, have made history as the first student campaigners in the Dauphin County Bar Foundation’s Astonishing Advocate Campaign. Their trailblazing efforts have not only raised significant funds for…

Widener University Commonwealth Law School students Yazmin Giraldo and Nicole Whittle are making the most of their summer externships, showcasing the invaluable experience and benefits these opportunities provide. Through their respective internships, they are gaining hands-on experience and…

As Judge Royce Morris concludes his tenure as the Jurist in Residence at Widener University Commonwealth Law School, he reflects on the rewarding experiences and valuable lessons shared with the students and faculty. “We are extremely grateful for the impactful term that Judge Royce Morris served…

Widener University Commonwealth Law School proudly announces the appointment of U.S. District Judge Karoline Mehalchick as the newest jurist in residence. Mehalchick, who brings a wealth of judicial experience and a passion for legal education, will serve a two-year term in this role. “We are…

Widener University Commonwealth Law School Associate Professor Kellyn McGee has been appointed as a Special Advisor to the American Bar Association (ABA) Standing Committee on Professional Regulation. She recently completed a three-year term as a member of the Standing Committee on…

In recognition of her expertise, Professor Juliet Moringiello has been appointed by U.S. Supreme Court Chief Justice John Roberts to serve on the Federal Judicial Center's Bankruptcy Judge Education Advisory Committee. This esteemed role underscores Moringiello’s significant contributions to the…

Widener University Commonwealth Law School is proud to announce the addition of its newest faculty members, set to begin their roles on July 1. This esteemed group of legal scholars brings a wealth of experience and a diverse array of accomplishments that will significantly enhance the academic…

Widener University Commonwealth Law is thrilled to announce that Professor Jill E. Family has been appointed as the Associate Dean for Faculty Research and Development. This appointment promises to amplify the law school's commitment to academic excellence and innovation."Our faculty has a proud…

Widener University Commonwealth Law 2003 graduate Tara Eberly has been honored with the 2024 Maryland Association for Justice’s Trial Lawyer of the Year Award which according to their website “is given to a lawyer or team of lawyers who made the greatest contribution to the public interest by…