We are thrilled to share that 3L Hayley Leach has been recognized with the Autism Advocacy Award by the Autism Society of America, a national honor that recognizes her passionate and personal commitment to advancing autism inclusion and awareness. The award was presented during the Autism Society’s 6th Annual Autism Gala in Washington, D.C., a powerful…
Admitted Student Days (ASD) is WashU Law’s signature event for admitted students to connect with our community before making a final decision. This year, over 200 attendees visited Anheuser-Busch Hall for two days of programming, with the majority joining us from beyond Missouri. The event began with “Navigating Negotiation: A Dive into Dispute Resolution at…
We all know what makes WashU Law exceptional: the academic drive of our students, the outstanding scholarship and teaching of our faculty, the dedication of our staff, and the unwavering support of our alumni and broader community. These strengths define who we are, and they’re making a real impact. Now ranked #14 nationwide, WashU Law…
A new article, “The Top 100 Legal Scholars of 2024” co-authored by Rob Willey and Melanie Knapp highlights the strength of WashU Law’s faculty, ranking the school as one of the best in the nation for the number of faculty featured among the 100 most-cited legal scholars. The article recognizes scholars in two categories, most-cited…
WashU Law students delivered a winning performance at the International Trademark Association’s (INTA) Saul Lefkowitz Moot Court Competition in Dallas, earning top honors in both oral advocacy and legal writing. One team of Cathy Vo, Cassidy Mandelbaum, and Divya Rajagopalan won first place in the regional competition and advanced to the national competition in Washington,…
A team of six WashU Law students recently delivered an impressive performance at the 2025 National Appellate Advocacy Competition (NAAC), earning both team and individual accolades for their oral advocacy and legal writing skills. 3L students Trevor Allen, Mariel Brunman, Matthew Dena, Olivia Guidry, Aleece Hanson, and Lawson Sadler were recognized as Regional Finalists in…
WashU Law’s National Moot Court teams recently added two impressive achievements to their records, with its two teams reaching the final round and quarterfinals of the William B. Spong, Jr. Moot Court Tournament, which gathers top-ranked schools and judges from across the nation to debate current constitutional law issues. The competition was held February 14-15…
Natalie Mispagel knew she wanted to be a lawyer from the time she was 11. Growing up in St. Louis, she was first introduced to the legal profession by watching her mother, a commercial real estate attorney, interact with clients. She was drawn to the strategy, the advocacy, and the way her mother helped people…
Professor Daniel Epps was recently selected as a junior scholar for the inaugural Legal Philosophy & Constitutional Theory Junior Scholars Conference at Georgetown Law. Hosted by the Georgetown Center for the Constitution in collaboration with the Georgetown Institute for the Study of Markets and Ethics, the conference was held on March 20–21, 2025. The highly…
On Tuesday, March 18, the Women’s Law Caucus at WashU Law hosted its 26th annual International Women’s Day Celebration in the Janite Lee Reading Room at Anheuser-Busch Hall. The evening was dedicated to recognizing the achievements of women pioneers in the legal profession, fostering connections between students and professionals, and honoring leaders who have contributed…
The Black Law Students Association (BLSA) at WashU Law recently hosted its 32nd Annual Scholarship Banquet at The Franklin of Soulard, bringing together students, faculty, alumni, and colleagues for an evening of celebration. This year’s theme, “Enchanted: Black Brilliance in Bloom,” highlighted the unapologetic resilience and vibrancy of Black scholars. Attendees were encouraged to exemplify…
On February 21, 2025, WashU Law hosted the latest installment of its “Beyond the Headlines” discussion series, which assembles relevant faculty members for an insightful discussion of the country’s most pressing legal topics. This event centered on executive orders and presidential power and invited the following faculty members to speak on their area of expertise:…