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Care Shoaibi L'24, Sheila Orfano L'24, and Kirsten Hanlon L'24

Excellence in Appellate Advocacy

Care Shoaibi L’24, Sheila Orfano L’24, and Kirsten Hanlon L’24 were awarded “Best Brief” at the 74th Annual NYC Bar National Moot Court Competition.

Rangita de Silva de Alwis

Examining the UN Secretary General’s Independent Assessment of Afghanistan Submitted to the Security Council Under Resolution 2679 of 2023

“At the heart of the gender equality project,” writes Senior Adjunct Professor of Global Leadership Rangita de Silva de Alwis, “is the full and equal right to education of women and girls.”

Sandy Mayson, Professor of Law

Philadelphia Police ‘Failure to Appear’ Stalls Justice

At The Philadelphia Inquirer, Prof. Sandy Mayson writes that court absenteeism by police officers, witnesses, and private attorneys has serious consequences.

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Rangita de Silva de Alwis

Examining the UN Secretary General’s Independent Assessment of Afghanistan Submitted to the Security Council Under Resolution 2679 of 2023

“At the heart of the gender equality project,” writes Senior Adjunct Professor of Global Leadership Rangita de Silva de Alwis, “is the full and equal right to education of women and girls.”

Sandy Mayson, Professor of Law

Philadelphia Police ‘Failure to Appear’ Stalls Justice

At The Philadelphia Inquirer, Prof. Sandy Mayson writes that court absenteeism by police officers, witnesses, and private attorneys has serious consequences.

Penn Carey Law - shield embossed on glass on wood

Bolstering Clinical Legal Studies

The Gittis Legal Clinics welcomed two new clinical faculty and a full-time social worker, expanding our clinics’ cross-disciplinary capacity.

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Care Shoaibi L’24, Sheila Orfano L’24, and Kirsten Hanlon L’24

Excellence in Appellate Advocacy

Care Shoaibi L’24, Sheila Orfano L’24, and Kirsten Hanlon L’24 were awarded “Best Brief” at the 74th Annual NYC Bar National Moot Court Competition.

Areal view of the urban sprawl and row houses in south Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

The Disproportionate Impact of Act 135

A groundbreaking report from the ARC Justice Clinic reveals a racially disparate impact on property owners subjected to petitions under the Abandoned and Blighted Property Act (Act 135).

Jen Leonard L’04 at whiteboard teaching Innovation in Practice at Penn Carey Law

Innovation in Practice

Students reach across disciplinary boundaries to reimagine our legal institutions in Penn Carey Law’s future-looking course, “Innovation in Practice.”

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International Law at the Department of Justice

As an extern with the Department of Justice, Olivia Rosenzweig L’23 worked on projects in the Office of Foreign Litigation and the Office of International Judicial Assistance.

Areal view of the urban sprawl and row houses in south Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

The Disproportionate Impact of Act 135

A groundbreaking report from the ARC Justice Clinic reveals a racially disparate impact on property owners subjected to petitions under the Abandoned and Blighted Property Act (Act 135).

The Honorable Carolyn Engel Temin FA’55, L’58

In 2000, Judge Carolyn Engel Temin FA’55, L’58 received the Anne X. Alpern Award by the Pennsylvania Bar Association Commission on Women in the Profession.

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Students attending class, Psychology of Legal Decision-Making in a Silverman classroom.

Psychology of Legal Decision-Making

In the “Psychology of Legal Decision-Making” seminar, students learn about substantive areas of legal scholarship and also practice essential skills for understanding—and even developing—new empirical research.

Technology Law & Ethics

This Penn Carey Law course empowers a new generation of engineers to recognize and examine critically the ethical, moral, and legal quandaries.

Exploring ESG

In Prof. Lisa M. Fairfax’s trailblazing course, students unpack the history of the ESG movement—and prepare to chart its future.

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Students attending class, Psychology of Legal Decision-Making in a Silverman classroom.

Psychology of Legal Decision-Making

In the “Psychology of Legal Decision-Making” seminar, students learn about substantive areas of legal scholarship and also practice essential skills for understanding—and even developing—new empirical research.

Fair Leases in Philadelphia

Prof. David Hoffman and a team of Penn Carey Law students created a pathbreaking model lease for Philadelphia that is fair, legal, and free.

Exploring ESG

In Prof. Lisa M. Fairfax’s trailblazing course, students unpack the history of the ESG movement—and prepare to chart its future.

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Care Shoaibi L'24, Sheila Orfano L'24, and Kirsten Hanlon L'24

Excellence in Appellate Advocacy 

Care Shoaibi L’24, Sheila Orfano L’24, and Kirsten Hanlon L’24 were awarded “Best Brief” at the 74th Annual NYC Bar National Moot Court Competition.

Rangita de Silva de Alwis

Examining the UN Secretary General’s Independent Assessment of Afghanistan Submitted to the Security Council Under Resolution 2679 of 2023 

“At the heart of the gender equality project,” writes Senior Adjunct Professor of Global Leadership Rangita de Silva de Alwis, “is the full and equal right to education of women and girls.”

Sandy Mayson, Professor of Law

Philadelphia Police ‘Failure to Appear’ Stalls Justice 

At The Philadelphia Inquirer, Prof. Sandy Mayson writes that court absenteeism by police officers, witnesses, and private attorneys has serious consequences.

Penn Carey Law - shield embossed on glass on wood

Bolstering Clinical Legal Studies 

The Gittis Legal Clinics welcomed two new clinical faculty and a full-time social worker, expanding our clinics’ cross-disciplinary capacity.

headshot of Olivia Rosenzweig

International Law at the Department of Justice 

As an extern with the Department of Justice, Olivia Rosenzweig L’23 worked on projects in the Office of Foreign Litigation and the Office of International Judicial Assistance.

Areal view of the urban sprawl and row houses in south Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

The Disproportionate Impact of Act 135 

A groundbreaking report from the ARC Justice Clinic reveals a racially disparate impact on property owners subjected to petitions under the Abandoned and Blighted Property Act (Act 135).

Jen Leonard L'04 at whiteboard teaching Innovation in Practice at Penn Carey Law

Innovation in Practice 

Students reach across disciplinary boundaries to reimagine our legal institutions in Penn Carey Law’s future-looking course, “Innovation in Practice.”

Penn Carey Law on wall outside of Golkin Hall, University of Pennsylvania Carey Law School

Challenging Allegedly Discriminatory School Policies 

A complaint has been filed on behalf of parents and students in Pennridge School District by the Advocacy for Racial and Civil (ARC) Justice Clinic, Bucks County NAACP, the PairUp Society, and the Education Law Center-PA.

headshot of Rebecca Brown

Quattrone Center Hires National Policy Advisor 

Criminal legal reform expert Rebecca Brown has joined the Quattrone Center for the Fair Administration of Justice as Policy Advisor.

headshot of Kate Shaw

Constitutional Law Scholar 

Kate Shaw, who specializes in constitutional law, administrative law, and legislation, will join the Law School faculty in January 2024.

The contemplation of justice statue outside the Supreme Court of the United States

‘Trump Too Small’ Case Analysis 

Prof. Jennifer E. Rothman shares her insight on Vidal v. Elster, a trademark case recently argued before the Supreme Court.

Students attending class, Psychology of Legal Decision-Making in a Silverman classroom.

Psychology of Legal Decision-Making 

In the “Psychology of Legal Decision-Making” seminar, students learn about substantive areas of legal scholarship and also practice essential skills for understanding—and even developing—new empirical research.

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November 8, 2023

Nonprofit Board Fellowship Application

Wonder what it’s like to be a nonprofit board member? Curious about nonprofit governance? Want to develop your leadership skills in a high impact setting? The NBF program matches second year Wharton MBA and Penn Carey Law students with the boards of local nonprofits, where they serve as visiting board members. Upon selection, fellows enter into an experiential learning environment that combines nonprofit service with personal development and membership in a community of like-minded peers. Applications are due December 12th, follow this link to apply.  If you have any questions we are also hosting a Q&A Zoom call on November 28th at 7 pm. RSVP here.

December 7, 2023

Fall Junior Scholars Academic Workshop and Dinner

Private event. 

December 7, 2023

Law & Philosophy Workshop: Jennifer Lackey, Northwestern University

Jennifer Lackey from Northwestern University will present her paper, “Misknowing and Flat Stories”.  Refreshments will be available at 4:15 pm, and we will start promptly at 4:30 pm. Law and Philosophy workshops are pre-read. There is no presentation. Papers will be circulated to registered participants.