March 31, 2026
An externship at Airbnb provided 3L Isabel Samayoa exposure to areas such as contracts, licensing, risk management, and growth strategy, helping her develop the skills and experience to thrive in her future career as a corporate transactions attorney. 3L student Isabel Samayoa reflects on her work with…
March 30, 2026
Professor Matt Coles is recognized for combining rigorous teaching techniques with lessons from his decades of civil rights advocacy to prepare students for successful legal careers. Professor Matt Coles wins the 2026 Rutter Award for Teaching Excellence. He shares lessons from his decades of…
March 25, 2026
3L student William Kunkle sharpened his legal writing and advocacy skills through real casework, faculty mentorship, and access to the Bay Area appellate community. 3L student William Kunkle shares how UC Law SF’s Appellate Project prepared him for legal practice and helped him secure…
March 18, 2026
Lucy Dong (left) explains how UC Law SF’s Master of Legal Studies (MLS) program equipped her to excel in her job during a panel talk with fellow MLS alum Rosalie Lack (center) and Associate Dean of the MLS Program Jessica Vapnek (right). Legal master’s degrees help…
March 17, 2026
Katrina Simons explores in-house legal practice through UC Law SF’s Corporate Counsel Externship Program. 3L student Katrina Simons discusses her experience working with in-house legal teams at Delicato Family Wines through UC Law SF’s Corporate Counsel Externship Program. Collaborated with in-house…
March 16, 2026
This month, UC Law Journal announced the launch of UC Law Justitia, a new online forum developed in collaboration with the Center for Constitutional Democracy at the University of California College of the Law, San Francisco. The initiative is designed to provide a timely,…
March 13, 2026
3L Cayden Lumbad prepares for a career in government and public policy at UC Law SF. 3L student Cayden Lumbad reflects on how UC Law SF’s Government Law Concentration helped him understand how policy is shaped and how lawyers can drive change beyond the courtroom. …
March 11, 2026
UC Law SF alumni Myell Mergaert ’20 and James Wagstaffe ’80 exemplify how graduates can make a lasting mark on both the legal profession and the College community. UC Law SF will honor Myell Mergaert ’20 and James Wagstaffe ’80 at its Spring Week all-alumni reception on…
March 9, 2026
Yingting Xu hones skills in labor and employment law through clinics, volunteer work, and leadership roles — experiences that prepare her to excel professionally. 3L student Yingting Xu explains how UC Law SF’s clinics, courses, and leadership opportunities helped her gain the skills and confidence to practice…
March 5, 2026
3L Kevin Afiesh strengthened his corporate and fintech skillset through an externship at Plaid, gaining real-world experience at the intersection of technology and financial services. 3L student Kevin Afiesh shares how UC Law San Francisco’s Corporate Counsel Externship provided immersive, practice-ready training inside Plaid’s in-house legal department.
March 4, 2026
A conversation about American democracy and the rule of law on Feb. 6 includes Center for Constitutional Democracy Executive Director Nicole Ozer, UC Law SF Chancellor & Dean David Faigman, NYU Law Professor Emeritus Burt Neuborne, and UC Law SF Professor Reuel Schiller. Leading scholars and practitioners came…
March 3, 2026
Jennifer ’87 and Bob Hagle ’87 explore UC Law San Francisco’s revitalized campus, pausing in the 198 McAllister St. lobby that celebrates their support for the College and its mission of preparing future lawyers to excel as professionals and advance the rule of law. Jennifer ’87…