Students spend summer studying abroad in Cambridge, England, and beyond
A group of Campbell Law School students along with Professor Lisa Lukasik recently kicked off a five-week summer program in Cambridge, England, alongside Samford University's Cumberland School of Law students, who undertake a comparative study of U.S., British and European Union law based out of historical Sidney Sussex College. In addition to attending classes, so far the group has visited the European Commission in Brussels and in London, the Royal Courts of Justice, the Inns of Courts and enjoyed a formal lunch at the Middle Temple Inn of Court, among others. Follow their adventures at this link.
Dean J. Rich Leonard pledges to help law students sustain constitutional democracy
Dean J. Rich Leonard is among the more than 100 deans of U.S. law schools who signed an open letter pledging to train law students in ways that will sustain constitutional democracy while encouraging future lawyers to champion the rule of law through advocacy, public education and clinical work, according to the American Bar Association (ABA) Journal. The deans’ letter comes amidst ongoing challenges and a growing sense of weariness that pervades the American public’s sentiment regarding our democratic systems. The June 18 letter, posted on the ABA’s website, cited five essential elements in training lawyers: teaching students to uphold the highest standards of professionalism, offering courses, workshops and events that engage with the rule of law and democracy and sharing teaching resources through a new clearinghouse that the ABA is creating, teaching students to disagree respectfully and to engage across partisan and ideological divides, encouraging students to support and defend the Constitution and the rule of law through clinical work, public education and advocacy, and supporting public education and events focused on the rule of law and the values of constitutional democracy. The letter stems from a collaboration between the ABA Task Force for American Democracy and law school leaders. Learn more at this link.
Campbell Law alumni among 2024 TBJ 40 Under 40 winners
The Triangle Business Journal (TBJ) has named four Campbell Law alumni among the 2024 40 top business leaders under the age of 40 in the region. Michael Crook ’12, Paul Yokabitus ’13, George Burnette ’13 and Taylor Scruggs-Smith ’18 are among those selected by a panel of the TBJ’s executive team for their impact on Raleigh’s business and civic community. These young professionals are executives, innovators and entrepreneurs who represent the region’s next generation of business leaders. They were honored along with the other award winners at an event on Wednesday, June 12, at Fletcher Hall in Raleigh. Learn more at this link.
Professor Scott Pryor featured on Hale Institute podcast
Professor Scott Pryor is featured on the Hale Institute at New Saint Andrews College most recent podcast, where he is interviewed by Timon Cline, who is the director of Scholarly Initiatives at Hale Institute and the host of the podcast. In this episode, Pryor joins Cline to talk about his work on the influence of Puritanism on the common law and contracts. The podcast, which focuses on an article Pryor wrote some years ago, can be heard at this link. Pryor also mentions the podcast in his blog, Pryor Thoughts, where he writes about law, culture and tradition. Learn more at this link.
Alumni Association accepting applications for new board members
The Campbell Law Alumni Association is currently accepting applications for board members for a three-year term starting in January 2025. If you are interested in getting involved and serving in a leadership position, please submit your application at this link by Monday, Aug. 12. The board meets five times a year and its main purpose is to advance the cause of private legal education; to promote the best interests of the School of Law; and to continue to foster mutually beneficial relations between the School of Law, Campbell University and the members of the Association. For additional questions, please reach out to Assistant Dean of External Relations Megan Sherron at sherron@campbell.edu or Sharon Sparks at ssparks@campbell.edu.
Alumni Association holds annual Ice Cream Social
A big thanks to the Campbell Law Alumni Association for hosting the annual Ice Cream Social featuring Two Roosters on June 5 for our newest alumni as they study for the upcoming bar exam! #leadingwithpurpose
Campbell Law’s Miguel Hernandez joins AMDiP committees
Assistant Dean of Admissions Miguel Hernandez has been invited to join the Annual Meeting of Law School Diversity Professionals (AMDiP) annual meeting planning committee and marketing sub-committee. Hernandez, who joined Campbell Law as Assistant Dean of Admissions on Sept. 19, 2022, is the first Hispanic dean to lead the school’s admissions and financial aid department. “I asked to join this committee because the cause is imperative,” Hernandez said. “Efforts toward equity and inclusion are long-standing traditions in this country from its inception and are deeply embedded in its culture." Learn more at this link.
N.C. Lawyers Weekly recognizes three Campbell Law alumni as phenoms
Three Campbell Law alumni have been recognized as legal phenoms by North Carolina Lawyers Weekly. This award honors rising stars within the legal community in their first 10 years of practice, according to the magazine. Jeffrey Kelly ‘13, Ashley Coghill ‘15 and Tatiana Terry ‘19 are among the 34 lawyers in the Class of 2024 who will be honored at a luncheon on June 13 at the Wake County Shrine Club. “Phenoms are rising stars who have already made a name for themselves in their first 10 years of practice,” according to the story. “These lawyers are future leaders, as demonstrated by their accomplishments, drive and dedication to the practice of law.” Learn more at this link.
Campbell Law is hiring a new Career Services Director
Campbell Law is looking for its next Director of Career and Professional Development following the promotion of Mallory Underwood to Assistant Dean. The Director will assist in the oversight of the day-to-day operations of the office and work closely with the Assistant Dean to develop and execute programs, services and resources to empower students and recent graduates for professional success. The Director will also lead the design and implementation of innovative outreach strategies to engage a wide range of potential employers within our legal community and be responsible for supervising students and/or administrative staff. Apply at this link.
Professor Gregory Wallace weighs in on latest SCOTUS gun control decision
Professor Gregory Wallace told national Spectrum News he was not surprised by the June 21 U.S. Supreme Court decision to uphold a federal gun control law intended to protect domestic violence victims. Wallace was interviewed by Washington, D.C., reporter Harry Lee who said the justices overwhelmingly voted to retain red-flag laws, but what’s really interesting is how they decided this case, which is based on the Bruen decision. That decision said rather than consider public safety, the judges should only consider whether it is in the nation’s history of gun regulation. Wallace, however, said he was not surprised by the decision. “I think, particularly after listening to the oral arguments in this case, they predicted this kind of outcome. We do have a long historical tradition in this country of keeping firearms out of the hands of people who pose a credible threat of danger … so I don’t think this case is that surprising.” Learn more at this link.
Annual NCBA reception hosted by Campbell Law Alumni Association
A big thanks to everyone who came out to Campbell Law's North Carolina Bar Assocation (NCBA) Annual Meeting Reception in Charlotte on June 20!
Campbell Law Spotlight
Mica Nguyen Worthy ’08, a partner at Cranfill Sumner LLP, has submitted a claim to NASA to recover for her clients’ damages resulting from a space debris incident involving property owner, Alejandro Otero and his family.This is a precedent-setting case that could set the standard for the future of space debris claims in both the public and private sectors, according to a press release from the firm. Worthy serves as legal counsel to clients in the aviation and global supply chain industries, representing aircraft owners, pilots, charter jet companies, flight schools, airports, general aviation companies, fixed base operators, air carriers, as well as Aerospace/Aviation manufacturing, technology, and service companies. Learn more at this link.
SAVE THE DATE
- 1L Orientation August 9
- Deadline for Alumni Association Board applications August 12
- Campbell Law School 6th Annual Bike Ride October 19
- Alumni Association Annual CLE October 25
Campbell Law Shop is open!
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Are you a Campbell Law judge?
If you or anyone you know is a Campbell Law alumna/nus and also a current or past judge, we are expanding our "Judges of Campbell Law" wall we unveiled in 2021! The exhibit honors alumni who have served on a variety of judicial benches. Read more at this link. Please contact Coordinator of External Relations Sharon Sparks at ssparks@campbell.edu or call 919-865-4652 for more information.