2025 News UMass Law

Dwight Duncan
Duncan Interviewed on What’s in a Pope’s Name?

Professor Dwight Duncan was interviewed for his thoughts on papal name selection.

Justice Serge Georges Jr. administers the Lawyer's Oath at UMass Law's orientation in 2021
Justice Serge Georges Jr. to deliver UMass Law commencement address

Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court Justice to speak on May 16 ceremony

UMass Law Professor Margaret Drew Headshot
Margaret Drew honored with Lifetime Achievement Award

Associate professor to be celebrated by Massachusetts Bar Association on June 5, 2025

Five UMass Law students pictured in the Bristol County Superior Court
UMass Law students complete 250,000 public service and pro bono hours

Quarter-million hours spent providing legal service to the communities who need it most

UMass Law Associate Dean of Academic Affairs Shaun Spencer
Shaun Spencer named a Massachusetts Lawyer of the Year in 2024

Associate Dean’s legal advocacy shapes Massachusetts alimony law

Aerial view of UMass Law
UMass Law Dean's Advisory Board funds bar exam stipends

$50k in stipends support graduates while they prepare to launch their legal careers

Left to right: Incoming Assistant Professors Leo Yu, Akhi Johnson, and Sean Lyness
Three assistant professors join UMass Law faculty to Pursue Justice

Legal scholars bring expertise in civil rights, environmental law, and constitutional litigation

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UMass Law students advocate for civil legal aid at MA State House

Sixty law students participate in annual "Walk the Hill" event