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Penn Carey Law students are not just students: they are also community leaders, dedicated public servants, and passionate individuals with rich personal and professional lives. The Law School is here to support our students through the exhilarating, unique experience that is studying law at Penn.

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Wellness

Health and Wellness

Student health and wellness is paramount. Learn about the available resources.

Reporting

Continuing Duty to Report

The duty to report any character or fitness issues is continuous from the point when you apply to law school through graduation.

Orientation

Orientation

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March 19, 2024

Prince the Tailor

Prince the Tailor, who comes to Wharton every year to provide affordable, tailored suits for students, is opening up availability for law students this year! You can sign-up for an appointment here: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1wfxqDE6r9uHzxvd7rCUWtS9D0_JDXDGn66DiUpJ6V1E/edit#gid=0 Slots fill up fast! The price list is attached as an image to this event. Please email pchakka@pennlaw.upenn.edu with any questions.

March 19, 2024

JLSA: Lunch & Learn

Join JLSA for a discussion with Professor Tom Baker and Professor Claire Finkelstein about Jewish identity, culture, and career paths. 

March 19, 2024

Writing Competition 101

Writing Competition 101 – Informational Session and Q&A

March 19, 2024

A Fireside Chat with FTC Chair Lina M. Khan

The Center for Technology, Innovation & Competition and the Penn Carey Law Antitrust Association are honored to welcome Federal Trade Commission Chair Lina M. Khan, presented in conversation with moderator Melissa Bredbenner L’25, President, Penn Carey Law Antitrust Association.Welcome remarks will be given by Sophie Z. Lee, Dean and Bernard G. Segal Professor of Law at Penn Carey Law.  This event is open to current Penn students and faculty. 

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Professor Cathie Struve

Celebrating Excellence

Prof. Cathie Struve receives the 2024 Lindback Award for Distinguished Teaching

Paul Robinson

American Criminal Law: Its People, Principles, and Evolution

“Criminal law earns its moral authority by publicly committing itself to doing justice above all else,” said Prof. Paul H. Robinson.

Carrie Burnham Kilgore L'1888

‘Inspiring Not Just for Women but for All Law Students’

The Penn Carey Law Women’s Association’s annual dinner honors the legacy of Dr. Caroline Burnham Kilgore L’1888.

Allison Hoffman

Examining Health Care Equities

At The Regulatory Review, Prof. Allison K. Hoffman discusses the role of state ballot initiatives, federal law, and private equity in the U.S. health care system.