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“Being a lawyer in the best sense means when something good happens to you or when something benefits you, you want to pass that good onto others and you want to share with others.”
Lisa Vigilante '25
Experiential Learning
Experiential learning at Cornell Law School is a central part of our educational model. A robust set of clinical courses helps students move beyond the classroom into the world of practice; the Lawyering Program focuses on teaching the real-life skills employed by practicing attorneys, and externships around the country and across the globe put classroom learning into practice.
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The Power of Externships: Shaping Confident, Practice-Ready Lawyers
Cornell Law’s externship program offers students the opportunity to explore, reflect, grow, and learn in ways that simply can’t be taught in a traditional classroom.
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James Grimmelmann on Cloud Services Being Interoperable
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Path 2 Papers Director Highlights Ongoing Work with Local Immigrant Communities
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David Reiss on NYC Mayoral Candidates Housing Plans
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Stephen Yale-Loehr on Visa Revocations and U.S. Immigration Procedures
Daily Guardian
James Grimmelmann on Open AI Lawsuits with Non-profits
FORUM Spring 2025
Check out the latest edition of Cornell Law Forum magazine! In this issue of, we honor Professor Stephen Yale-Loehr’s extraordinary legacy, celebrate the expansion of experiential learning, and spotlight students already making a national impact.
👻🎃 Halloween fun at Cornell Law School! Our community came together for the annual Trick-or-Treat event, with costumes, candy, and plenty of smiles. Thanks to everyone who joined in the Halloween spirit! 🕸️🍬
Oct 31
The Cornell University campus was glowing in its final shades of red and gold yesterday. 🍁 Catch the fall colors around Cornell Law before they disappear! #IthacaIsGorges #CornellLaw
📸: @oferleshed
Oct 30
Here`s to Legal Information Institute on its 33rd anniversary! 🎉 The CLS community celebrated with a sweet gathering featuring cake and cupcakes.
Oct 23
Take a pause, breathe in the crisp Ithaca air, and enjoy some well-deserved downtime. Happy fall break, Cornell Law!
Oct 10
Admissions Open House was a success today! Thinking of applying to Cornell Law School? We encourage you to check out our website and keep an eye out for future events like this one!
Oct 7
Arguably the prettiest time of the year in Central, NY and at Cornell Law!🍂☀️
Tag us in YOUR fall photos!
Oct 2
With the first official day of fall right around the corner, the Public Service Faculty Committee, and the Public Interest Law Union, treated our students to some yummy treats before a leisurely walk down to Beebe Lake! Nice opportunity for our students to take in the beautiful fall scenery of Ithaca, NY and to get a nice break from all the law school books and studying!📚🍂
Sep 17
Tonight our students were able to socialize with their fellow classmates, as well as the Dean’s Advisory Council, for the first social mixer of the year! Here at Cornell Law, we are always providing our students with opportunities to network and grow on their journey to becoming lawyers in the best sense!
Sep 12
With the first week of classes well underway now, we wanted to say welcome again to all our new and returning students. We’re so excited to have students back on campus! Let’s make this year a special one!
1st picture: J.D. Class of 2028
2nd picture: LL.M. Class of 2026
Aug 27
All smiles for day one of Orientation for the J.D. Class of 2028. We’re so excited to welcome students back after a long, quiet summer here on campus! Special thank you to Hon. Alison J. Nathan, Circuit Judge for the United States Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit, for administering the Oath of Professionalism to all our new students!
Aug 19
The start of LL.M. Orientation is here! After a beautiful summer here in Ithaca, NY, we’re so excited to have students back on campus. We’re looking forward to another great fall semester at Cornell Law!🍂✏️
Aug 7
Cornell Law School Reunion Weekend kicked off yesterday and will last through the weekend! Thank you to all of the staff, faculty, and volunteers who made this weekend possible, but most importantly, thank you to our fabulous alumni who continue to carry on the legacy of “lawyers in the best sense!”
Jun 6