Harvard Law School celebrates the Class of 2025
Complete coverage of Harvard Law School's 2025 Class Day, Commencement, and related events
Video: Commencement Rewind
Memorable moments from Class Day and Commencement
Magna Carta at Harvard Law: A new discovery, a rich history
Harvard Law Today takes a closer look at the history of Magna Carta at Harvard Law.
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Harvard Law School's 2025 Commencement celebrations began on May 28 with Class Day. Here's a highlight of the festivities.
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Abigail Hinchman ’25 is the recipient of the 2025 Kristin P. Muniz Memorial Award, recognized for her unwavering commitment to justice, deep sense of compassion, and exemplary client representation.
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Alexia Roberts ’25 is the recipient of the 2025 Andrew L. Kaufman Pro Bono Award, granted each year to a graduating student who demonstrates an extraordinary commitment to public service.
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Katie Angel is this year’s winner of the David Westfall Memorial Award, presented annually to a graduating student to recognize contributions to creating community within the first-year section and class.
The Courts of Last Resort
As the U.S. Supreme Court embraces federalism, are state supreme courts becoming the new power centers?
Cases in Brief Faculty discuss some of the most notable cases in the history of the Supreme Court
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