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April 2013

UHLC student and organization receive leadership awards

Campus LeaderMegan Daic and The Federalist Society have been recognized for their outstanding achievements more...

Expert says borders are opportunities, not barriers

ZamoraUHLC Prof. Stephen Zamora addresses international trade to conclude Legal Excellence speaker series more...

Energy scholars assess Lex Petrolea in UHLC discussion

CardenasComplex international system of laws governs petroleum transactions. more…

UHLC Dean's Awards honor outstanding students

Dean's AwardsWinners recognized for their academic achievements and personal qualities more…

UH Law Center professor sees Internet domain name expansion as major tests

LiptonWeb users may soon see .lawyer, .bible, or .sex along with .com and .net. more...

Center for Children, Law & Policy to Bring National Juvenile Justice Advocates to Houston for Professional Development Training

Center for Children, Law & PolicyThe two-day Zealous Advocacy Conference takes place May 16-17 at the University of Houston Law Center more...

Federal judge tells UHLC students how he became 'The Accidental Jurist'

Gray H. MillerGray H. Miller describes choices made on career path from ship to bench. more…

UH Law Center professor to address global gas conference

Susan SakmarSakmar sees 'golden age' of liquefied natural gas (LNG) as a foundation fuel for the future. more...

Federal Judge to offer career insights

Gray H MillerJudge Gray H. Miller '78 will present "The Accidental Jurist" April 11 in 109 BLB more …

Law students elect Kumar 'Faculty of the Year'

Sapna KumarCited for dedication to students' success. more…

UHLC's Prof. Crump publishes third novel

Book CoverMurder in Sugar Land praised as a superb courtroom drama. more…

UHLC grads are 'Super Lawyers' and 'Rising Stars'

Super LawyersAnnual ratings based on peer recognition and career achievement. more…

March 2013

Law Center takes part in puppy play date

Smooch a PoochThe "Smooch a Pooch" event raises money for a local animal shelter more …

People's Law School back in session April 6

PLS LogoUH Center for Consumer Law program will teach you about your legal rights more …

Worldwide persecution brought home to UHLC students

Worldwide persecution brought home to UHLC studentsAsylum cases difficult, but well worth the effort, panelists say. more…

PILO's Silent Auction raises $4,500

PILOUH Law Center staff and professor involvement makes the fundraiser a success more…

Expert says GHG reduction measures will pose long-term challenge to energy businesses

HesterUHLC Assistant Prof. Tracy Hester addressed energy and environmental law as part of Legal Excellence speaker series more …

Jarvis Hollingsworth '93 spotlighted at UHLC Gala

Jarvis HollingsworthRegent cited for commitment to University and Law Center.  more…

Is Roberts Court 'pro-business,' or not?

Ilya Shapiro of the Cato Institute states his case while Law Center Professor Aaron Bruhl takes notes during a debate on whether the Roberts Court is justifiably considered “pro-business.”  Experts disagree during UHLC discussion, but agree it's hard to categorize many decisions. more…

Professor Shepard Named 2013 Outstanding Texas Tax Lawyer

ShepardHighest honor given by the State Bar more...

Panel to discuss Do's and Don'ts of construction mediation

CLE presentation at UHLC examines unique problems in building disputes. more...

Hester to address energy and environmental law

Prof Tracy HesterThe lecture is the latest installment of the Legal Excellence Speaker series more…

 

UHLC library hosts legal research workshop

CLE LogoFree, CLE program will discuss tips and technology for advanced research skills. more…

 

Olivas’ book reviewed in LexisNexis immigration bulletin

Olivas Book CoverNo Undocumented Child Left Behind provides an in depth account of Plyler v. Doe more…

 

Is high court 'pro-business' or 'something else?'

Ilya ShapiroFederalist Society speaker examines Roberts Court in UHLC lecture. more…

 

UH Law Center moving up in national rankings

Places in top 50 while two specialty programs hold top 10 positions. more…

UHLC to host immigration and human rights talk

ScalesDiscussion will be March 25 from noon to 1 p.m. in room 240 BLB more…

UHLC hosts Law Luau

Fun DayLaw Center community enjoys fun in the sun more…

Alderman sets priorities, names associate dean

Richard AldermanLonny HoffmanInterim leadership team looks to build on UHLC success during search for new dean. more…

First Court of Appeals to convene at UHLC

ScalesThe arguments offer students an opportunity to observe appellate lawyers and judges at work more…

 

IPIL hosts 10th Annual Baker Botts Lecture

David McGowanTopic: How well have markets and the law adapted to technological change? more…

UHLC Philanthropy Day a success

UnknownLaw Center takes time to thank donors for philanthropic efforts and investments more …

Major healthcare changes ahead for Texans

Patricia GrayUHLC Health Law & Policy Research Director Patricia Gray addressed the Affordable Care Act as part of Legal Excellence speaker series more …

Numbers fuel UHLC climate change debate

EarthGlobal warming:  Manmade or computer-generated? more…

February 2013

University of Houston Law Center dean resigns after seven-year tenure

Raymond NimmerGoals achieved, Raymond T. Nimmer will return to the classroom after one-year sabbatical more...

UHLC moves up as 'Go To' school for nation's top firms

The national Law JournalRanking of first-year associates hired by largest 250 firms rises to 29th. more…

Experts to examine cause of climate change

First Year CarbonThe event will be Feb. 28 in room 240 BLB at the UH Law Center more…

 

UHLC to host 2nd Annual Ethics and Compliance Symposium

CCL Logo Experts will share practical advice on challenges in the changing regulatory landscape more …

Professor Mixon retires after 60 years

MixonWitnessed many changes in school, students, and the law. more...

 

Stephen Susman honored with Torch of Learning Award

Stephen SusmanUHLC Foundation Board Member recognized for exceptional leadership and scholarship more …

Olivas chosen as Author of the Month

Michael OlivasArte Público Press and Classical 91.7 showcase UHLC professor and new book in radio interview more …

Environmental advocate to speak at EENR Spring Lecture

eenrEPA's Director of the Office of Environmental Justice will examine air quality, permitting, and enforcement more...

Researchers find energy companies vary widely on policies seeking input and informing those affected by major developments

OxfamAuthors will present their 'Community Consent Index' at UH Law Center Feb. 12 more...

Incorporation may be answer for small business

Champions with trophyUHLC Prof. Bret Wells addressed tax reform as part of Legal Excellence speaker series more...

January 2013

UHLC's Blakely Advocacy Institute hosts Andrews Kurth tournament

Moot CourtThe top moot court programs vie for national championship now underway more…

Georgetown wins 2013 Andrews Kurth Moot Court National Championship

Champions with trophyUniversity of Houston Law Center hosts advocacy competition more...

Center for U.S. and Mexican Law awarded $20,000 grant

P Twenty-OneP Twenty-One Foundation offers support for cross-border legal services research project more…

Forensic expert examines resistance to science

David HarrisProf tells UHLC students today’s law enforcement isn’t like on TV more...

Forensic Science expert to speak at UHLC Jan. 22

David HarrisProfessor David Harris will discuss his new book on law enforcement and forensic science more...

Thompson to explore exoneration cases

handsUHLC criminal justice prof lends expertise to Law and the Media Seminar. more...

UHLC earns silver and bronze marketing awards

LogoNew brochure and website are recognized in national competition more…

Houston’s ‘buying power’ ranks 3rd for new associates

Buying PowerUHLC grads do well by staying close to home, NALP survey finds. more…

UHLC's global reach showcased in latest Briefcase

Cover The newest edition of the Law Center's annual alumni magazine is hot off the press more…

UHLC hosts Legal Excellence Speaker Series

Lady JusticeJanuary lecture looks at taxes and small business. more…

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