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For some members of Widener University Commonwealth Law School’s class of 2025, commencement marks more than the end of law school—it’s a powerful continuation of a family legacy. These graduates are following in the footsteps of parents and relatives, deepening connections through shared…

Widener University Commonwealth Law School and The University of Scranton have teamed up to offer a new 3+3 dual admissions agreement, providing an expedited and cost-effective route for students to earn both their bachelor’s degree and juris doctor in just six years. This innovative program allows…

When Kevin Gold graduated from Widener Law Commonwealth in 1993, he never imagined he’d one day be the subject of a chapter in a book—or that chapter would simply be titled “Kevin Gold.” But nearly 35 years into a legal career built at the intersection of law, passion, and precision, that’s exactly…

Widener Law Commonwealth's annual spring law review symposium recently brought together legal scholars, practitioners, and students to discuss legal barriers surrounding gender-based violence. The event, which featured panels on sexual violence, domestic violence, and human trafficking, highlighted…

Students from Widener University Commonwealth Law School’s Central Pennsylvania Law Clinic visited B’Nai B’Rith Apartments on April 4 to provide free estate planning services to senior residents, part of the law school’s longstanding commitment to public service and experiential learning. The…

Widener University Commonwealth Law School recently hosted its 18th annual Dean’s Diversity Forum, an event designed to foster meaningful discussions on legal education and practice. This year’s theme, "Difficult Conversations: Equitable Inclusion," explored how legal professionals can engage in…

Widener University Commonwealth Law School’s Intensive Trial Advocacy Program, known as  ITAP, is a transformative, hands-on experience that prepares students for real-world legal practice. This immersive, seven-day program, held after final exams, provides students with essential courtroom…

Widener University Commonwealth Law School and Alvernia University have launched a 3+3 dual admissions agreement, providing an accelerated and cost-effective path for students to earn a law degree. The program allows students to complete both their bachelor’s degree and juris doctor in six years…

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…

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…