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Law School Admission Council Pilots Inclusive Program to Address Diversity Concerns Post-Harvard Decision

Amidst ongoing discussions surrounding diversity in education, mainly fueled by the U.S. Supreme Court’s pivotal decision in June 2023 (Students…

U.S. Anti-Discrimination Agency Opposes Tesla’s Bid to Pause Racial Bias Lawsuit

The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), a U.S. anti-discrimination agency, has submitted a filing urging a federal judge to reject…

New York Lawmaker Introduces Controversial Bill Affecting Religious-Owned Establishments

On December 17, a New York Democratic lawmaker, Tony Simone, brought forth a bill that, in the guise of ensuring…

President Biden Nominates Judges in Red States to Address Vacancies

President Joe Biden is taking steps to fill judicial vacancies in states led by Republican senators, announcing five intended nominees…

Examining California Law School Trends: State Bar Report Reveals Challenges and Opportunities

A recent report from the State Bar of California sheds light on the significant disparities in pass rates and dropout…

Law School Students Seek Ideological Alignment Amidst Heightened Political Tensions

A recent Kaplan survey revealed a growing trend among prelaw students seeking law schools with a political environment that aligns…

Florida Senate Bill Raises Concerns Over Higher Education Funding and Curriculum

Student and Faculty Worries Amidst Controversial Legislation Higher education in Florida is challenging due to a recently passed Senate bill,…

Enhancing Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in the Legal Industry

The legal industry has recognized the pressing need for improved Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives. However, the best approach…

Nominee for Oregon Federal District Court Faces Intense Scrutiny on Diversity and Inclusion

In a recent U.S. Senate Judiciary Committee hearing, the nominee for Oregon's next federal district court judge, U.S. Magistrate Judge…

California State Bar Considers Innovative Licensing Pathway for Law Graduates

Exploring a New Approach to Licensing in the Legal Profession In a groundbreaking move, the State Bar of California is…

Advancing Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion: Strategies to Avoid Legal Challenges

Introduction In a recent gathering hosted by Paul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison, prominent legal minds representing law firms, corporate…

Challenging Affirmative Action: Lawsuit Targets U.S. Military Academy at West Point

Virginia-based Advocacy Group Sues West Point Over Affirmative Action Practices Introduction In a significant legal development, Students for Fair Admissions,…