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Richmond Law's new “Belonging in Practice” cultural competency series helps students navigate their professional identity while embracing their authentic selves.

Professor Marissa Jackson Sow's latest initiative is the Law and Liberation Lab, a digital repository that aims to democratize access to legal knowledge.

Annual rankings lists have a few new elements this year, but the strength of Richmond Law's outcomes says more than those rankings can measure.

Joseph D. Harbaugh served as dean from 1987 to 1995 — he died Oct. 11, 2024, at the age of 85. “Thank you, Dean Harbaugh, for the wonderful legacy you have given us.”

With a new turn in his multifaceted career, professor Tom Donnelly joins the Richmond Law faculty, encouraging students to “find your passion in the law.”

Gracie Elliott, L'25, president of the Student Bar Association, expands dialogue between students and the administration so student concerns are heard and addressed.

Wendy Perdue announced that after 14 years, she is stepping down as dean of Richmond Law at the end of the 2025–26 academic year.

Richmond Law represented at this year’s Spider Dash 5K race: Rachel Slaughter Thury, L’27, and her family share their experience.

At a retirement celebration in December 2024, Richmond Law honored John Douglass’ remarkable career as professor and dean.

3Ls Savanna Clendining and Mimi Mays are the 2024 National Veterans Law Moot Court Competition champions, claiming victory over 27 teams from 19 law schools.

Professor Tara Casey explains how Richmond Law is cultivating a culture of service in the next generation of legal professionals.