On April 10, 2024, President Maurice D. Edington, Ph.D., shared the following update with the University of the District of Columbia (UDC) community. “The University of the District of Columbia expresses both gratitude and well-wishes as UDC Law Dean Twinette L. Johnson, J.D., Ph.D., departs to assume the role of […]
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John C. Brittain, Olie W. Rauh Professor of Law, shared guidance on post-car accident procedures in an article on WalletHub. When asked about reporting accidents to insurance companies, Brittain emphasized the contractual obligation for drivers to inform their insurers, irrespective of the accident’s magnitude. He stressed the importance of quickly […]
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On January 31, Najeri Evans, Kara Hart, and Donny Williams, students at the University of the District of Columbia David A. Clarke School of Law (UDC Law), were selected as the 2024 David C. Niblack Scholars. These scholars now join an esteemed group of defenders who have been recognized for […]
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On Monday, January 15, at the United Negro College Fund’s (UNCF) 41st Annual Martin Luther King Jr. Birthday Celebration, Olie W. Rauh Professor of Law John C. Brittain delivered a rousing keynote address in honor of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Despite the advancing snowstorm, a crowd of 300 guests […]
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This fall, John C. Brittain, Olie W. Rauh Professor of Law engaged in a series of discussions and conferences, sharing his insights and expertise on various legal and educational topics. On September 20th, Professor Brittain was a featured speaker at the UConn Law School National Lawyers’ Guild, addressing pressing legal […]
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The Sixth Annual Justice Tribute, hosted by the Arab American Civil Rights League (ACRL) and the Detroit Branch NAACP, took place on Wednesday, November 15, at the Huntington Tower in Detroit, honoring UDC Law Adjunct Professor Amir H. Ali and Third Judicial Circuit Judge Deborah H. Thomas for their outstanding […]
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Professor Tianna N. Gibbs, co-director of the General Practice Clinic at the University of the District of Columbia David A. Clarke School of Law, has introduced an innovative pedagogical approach that significantly impacts the family law classroom. Her article, titled “Experiential Learning in Family Law: Promoting Inclusion, Equity, and Professional […]
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In an era where technology has revolutionized the legal landscape, the ethical implications of digital advancements cannot be ignored. Attorneys carry a significant ethical responsibility to grasp the intricacies of technology, understand how it can enhance client representation, and, most crucially, recognize the risks it poses to the confidentiality of […]
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From left Professor Anne Schaufele and Professor Jocelyn B. Cazares Willingham The Immigration and Human Rights Clinic welcomes two new directors, Professor Jocelyn B. Cazares Willingham and Professor Anne Schaufele. Professor Cazares Willingham joins the University of the District of Columbia David A. Clarke School of Law from Georgetown University […]
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Professor Jocelyn Cazares Willingham was invited to make a significant contribution to the SAGE Encyclopedia of Refugee Studies, a monumental undertaking spearheaded by the Critical Refugee Studies Collective. This extensive reference work, scheduled for publication in 2024, aims to provide an invaluable resource for individuals seeking deeper insights into the multifaceted […]
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