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Mark Lee of USC Gould School of Law discusses the first edition of his casebook, Entertainment, Television, and Digital Media Law. He shares the evolution of entertainment law in the age of streaming services, Artificial Intelligence, and Deepfakes.

Katie Kempner, AALS Associate Director of Research and Data Analytics, speaks with Patty Roberts about their joint report, Relentless: The Pressures Shortening Law School Deanships and What Must Change. They discuss the origin of the idea and the process they used to survey and interview current and former deans from across the country. They also share a summary of their findings on why deanships have shortened over the years.

Melanie Leslie, Cardozo Law, discusses her role as Dean and her experience over the past 12 years, including during the COVID pandemic, and plans to celebrate the school's 50th birthday. She also shares details about the Dean's Leadership Academy, which helps all faculty build fundamental leadership skills, such as giving a quick speech, understanding a budget, and managing a team.

Barry Friedman of NYU Law and John Goldberg of Harvard Law School discuss the third edition of their book, Open Book: Succeeding on Law School Exams from Day One. They discuss the book's origins and what has been updated in this anticipated edition.

Korin Munsterman, Director of Legal Education Technology Program at UNT Dallas Collage of Law, discusses her journey through legal education and technology. She also shares practical ways professors and students can use generative AI in legal education.

Sam Panarella, CEO of The Foundation of Natural Resources and Energy Law, speaks about his new role and his time as dean of the UMass Dartmouth School of Law. He shares some of the accomplishments that were achieved during his time as dean, including developing a summer program in Portugal.

Anthony Crowell, Dean of New York Law School, discusses his journey to becoming dean eleven years ago. He also highlights the advantages of being located in New York City and explains how the school continues to engage with the community. Some initiatives he also talks about include the Think BIG Curriculum and the Constitutional and Citizenship Day Summit.

Ernie Walton, Dean of Regent University School of Law, discusses his journey to legal education and how he became dean. He also shares the incredible rise in rankings that Regent University is seeing for a young law school and how he sees the school growing. He also speaks about the Center of Global Justice and the Foundations of Practice programs.

William C. Hubbard, dean of the University of South Carolina Joseph F. Rice School of Law, discusses the World Justice Project, where he acts as co-founder and chair of the Board. He shares the work the World Justice Project has been doing, including the Rule of Law Index, which serves as a source for original data on the rule of law.

Martin Ellin, Dean at Atlanta’s John Marshall Law School, reflects on his first year as dean. He shares the interesting things going on at the law school, including the Criminal and Civil Justice Institute. He also provides insight into his upcoming emotional intelligence course, which he will teach over the summer, and explains why it is important for students to enhance their communication skills.

Luke Yingling, founder and CEO of Rhetoric, shares how he founded the company as a 2L and how it uses AI to deliver dynamic feedback and practice for students and universities. He discusses the different modules and events, including Moot Court Madness, interview preparation, cold-calling practice, and deposition preparation.

Tracy Simmons, Howard University, discusses the second edition of Law School for Dummies and how she joined the project. She shares some of the topics the book addresses, including financial aid, choosing a law school, imposter syndrome, and finding a mentor.

Daniel Thies, chair of the Council of the American Bar Association Section of Legal Education and Admissions to the Bar, discusses the core principles and values of accreditation as well as the distinction between the American Bar Association and the Council. He also discusses the re-recognition process with the Department of Education.

Beth Burch, University of Georgia School of Law, discusses her new book, The Pain Brokers: How Con Men, Call Centers, and Rogue Doctors Fuel America's Lawsuit Factory, a never-told-before story of three women caught in a web of telemarketing scammers, shady doctors, and profit-hungry lawyers who turned fears surrounding a faulty medical device affecting millions of women into a goldmine. She shares how she learned about the story and provides a synopsis of the investigation.

Ian Nelson, co-founder of Hotshot, shares the origins of this learning platform, which law firms and schools can use to learn more about the legal profession. He discusses some of the video courses Hotshot offers, including Artificial Intelligence, Accounting & Finance, and a new one on Professionalism & Communication.

Jo Potuto, University of Nebraska – Lincoln College of Law, shares the story of creating her YouTube channel, Prof Jo Explains, where she covers trials, hearings, and all things law. She gives an example of one of the cases she is covering and who watches her videos.

Shannon Conway and Meijken Westenskow, both at the University of North Texas – Dallas, discuss the first edition of their book, Skills for NextGen: Client Scenarios in Torts. They share stories about the process of writing the book, as well as different ways to apply it in the torts classroom or for bar preparation.

Deborah Thorne, University of Idaho; Pamela Foohey, University of Georgia; and Robert Lawless, University of Illinois, discuss their new book, Debt’s Grip: Risk and Consumer Bankruptcy, which draws on data from the Consumer Bankruptcy Project, where they are all co-investigators. They discuss notable chapters that examine bankruptcy by age, race, and gender.

Grant Wilson, Executive Director of Earth Law Center, talks about the second edition of his book, Earth Law: Emerging Ecocentric Law – A Guide for Practitioners. He shares new information included in the book and how the subject is applicable for every aspect of law. He also gives examples of topics discussed in the book such as Animal Law, Ecocide, and Bioregional Governance.

Judge Xavier Rodriguez discusses the different AI and legal research tools emerging in the profession as well as the importance of proofreading AI results. He also shares the evolution of technology in the courtroom such as cell phone evidence and disappearing apps.

Elizabeth Schmidt of the University of Massachusetts Amherst and Allen Madison of the University of South Dakota discuss the fourth edition of their coursebook, Nonprofit Law: The Life Cycle of a Charitable Organization. They share updates to the book and discuss how nonprofit law has changed. There is also discussion about OpenAI's transition from nonprofit to for-profit status and what that could mean for the company's future.

Dean Usha Rodrigues of the University of Georgia School of Law reflects on her first year as law school dean. She discusses her vision for the law school, emphasizing the importance of excellence and access in legal education. Dean Rodrigues highlights the school's commitment to producing well-rounded graduates and the exciting developments in admissions and programs, including a focus on sports law and corporate counsel.

Dean Mark Alexander, Villanova University, reflects on ten years as a dean and his time as president of the Association of American Law Schools. He also discusses the Building Bridge Initiative at Villanova, which highlights two perspectives on specific topics and underscores the importance of civil discourse. Dean Alexander also speaks about having Pope Leo XIV as an alum.

Lisa Lerman, Columbus School of Law, Philip Schrag, Georgetown Law, and Robert Rubinson, University of Baltimore, discuss the seventh edition of their casebook, Ethical Problems in the Practice of Law. They share an example of a problem found in the book and how they incorporate polling into their Professional Responsibility class. They also share details on the newly expanded section on government lawyers.

Veronica Finkelstein, Wilmington University, and Kristin Walker, Syracuse University, discuss the first edition of their coursebook, Case Closed: A Practical Guide to Mastering Pretrial Advocacy. They share the importance of including case files and how the text differs from NITA. They talk about how they kept the NextGen Bar Exam in mind when creating the exercises in the book.

Joseph William Singer, Harvard Law School, and Eduardo Peñalver, President of Seattle University and soon-to-be President of Georgetown University. They explore the evolution of the book Property Law: Rules, Policies and Practices, its unique approach to teaching property law, and the integration of statutes and social issues into legal education. The conversation also touches on the future of legal education, the role of AI, and the importance of interdisciplinary collaboration.

Donald Langevoort, Georgetown Law, Ann Lipton, Colorado Law, and Patrick Corrigan, University of Notre Dame, discuss the eleventh edition of their Securities Regulation casebook. They discuss the constant changes in the field and how Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies are handled under securities regulation. They also share their thoughts on how the field is on a global scale.

Peter Oh, University of Pittsburgh School of Law, discusses the first edition of his casebook, Corporate Law and Governance: Principles and Practice. He shares how the book balances featuring Fortune 500 companies and small businesses, as well as the evolving landscape of ESG and DEI initiatives.

Erwin Chemerinsky, UC Berkeley Law, and Laurie Levenson, Loyola Law School, discuss updates to the fifth edition of Criminal Procedure. They share their thoughts on why the subject is taught inconsistently across the country and how their casebook can be adapted to any course structure.

Chris Chapman, President and Chief Executive Officer of AccessLex Institute, discusses the reconciliation bill that caps federal student loan interest rates and shares how some schools are working to make law school affordable and accessible. Chris also shares the multiple focus areas and resources AccessLex provides.

Alejandro Zeind, UNAM School of Law, Antonio Zeind, UNAM School of Law, and Erica Schommer, St. Mary’s University School of Law, discuss their recent book, Migration: A Binational Perspective for Mexico and the U.S. They share the story of how the book came together and the importance of collaborating with their students.

Margaret Hu, William & Mary Law School, discusses her new casebook, AI Law and Policy. She shares the primary stress points of AI and the Blueprint for an AI Bill of Rights. Margaret also shares how national security will be affected by AI.

Rachel Anderson, UNLV William S. Boyd School of Law, shares her experience in international law and offers advice for anyone considering pursuing international business transactions. Rachel also provides details about her first-edition casebook, International, Transnational, and Comparative Business Transactions.

Stephen Thaman discusses the first edition of his casebook, Criminal Procedure: A Comparative Approach, and shares the importance of examining the criminal process across different countries. He also talks about the importance of having engaging professors and students.

Elizabeth Kronk Warner, Dean of the University of Utah College of Law, shares updates on the law school, including a new Mental Health Legal Clinic, which will be in partnership with the Huntsman Mental Health Institute’s Crisis Care Center and the upcoming Undergraduate minor in Legal Studies. She also shares what the AALS Dean Steering Committee, where she is chair, has been up to.

Stephen Yeazell, UCLA, Joanna Schwartz, UCLS, and Maureen Carroll, University of Michigan Law School, discuss the twelfth edition of Civil Procedure and what new updates have been made to make the text more readable. They also share their thoughts on current events in Civil Procedure and how they are incorporating it into the classroom.

Mark Geistfeld, of NYU Law, discusses the third edition of his casebook, Product Liability Law in the Age of AI, which highlights new problems and cases related to artificial intelligence. He discusses specific cases related to Amazon Marketplace, video games, social media, and self-driving vehicles, such as Waymo.

Richard Moberly, Dean of the University of Nebraska-Lincoln School of Law, reflects on the past ten years as dean, including the new strategic plan. He also discusses the Rural Law Opportunities Program, which will encourage undergraduate students to pursue law and, in return, practice in one of the many rural areas in Nebraska.

Amy Schmitz, The Ohio State University, and Janet Martinez, Stanford Law School, talk about the first edition of their coursebook Digital Dispute System Design: Using Technology in Preventing and Resolving Conflicts. They share some examples of case studies included in the book and explain why it is essential for professors to incorporate technology into their courses.

Hari Osofsky, Northwestern University, reflects on her time as dean and her future plans, including the Rule of Law Global Academic Partnership and the newly announced Energy Innovation Lab.

Sara Berman, USC Gould School of Law, talks about her experience in lawyering skills, academic success, and bar success. She also discusses the importance of critical reading and how reading with three senses will be the most effective tool.

Alena Allen, Dean of Louisiana State University Law Center, reflects on her first two years leading the institution and shares her vision for its future. She discusses her passion for mentoring lawyers who aspire to become law professors and offers practical advice on entering academia. Dean Allen also highlights LSU’s robust clinical offerings, including business law and income tax clinics, and emphasizes how these hands-on experiences help students discover their purpose in the legal profession.

Garfield AI is the first SRA-regulated AI legal services firm. Phillip Young, co-founder of Garfield AI, discusses the company's origins and its focus on small debt claims, helping small businesses recover outstanding invoices. He also shares some differences between the U.S. and the U.K. legal systems.

Ben Cooper, University of Mississippi School of Law, and Michael Cassidy, Boston College School of Law, discuss the third edition of Professional Responsibility in Focus and what updates they have made. They also share their thoughts on the relationship between AI and professional responsibility, including aspects of billing, disclosure, and privacy.

Douglas Laycock, University of Virginia Law School, and Richard Hasen, UCLA School of Law, discuss the updates to the sixth edition of their casebook Modern American Remedies: Cases and Materials. They detail the extensive teacher’s materials, including multiple syllabus options, extensive notes, and a robust teacher’s manual. Douglas and Richard also talk about the updates to the remedies field and why it is a vital course every student should take.

Corinna Lain, from the University of Richmond, discusses her new book, Secrets of the Killing State: The Untold Story of Lethal Injection, including the story of how she began writing the book and her research process. She also shares specific stories featured in the book, such as the origin of lethal injection and the stories of the executioners.

Monica Llorente, Northwestern Law, discusses the third edition of Drafting Contracts: How and Why Lawyers Do What They Do and the updates she made since joining the author team. She also shares the importance of AI, how the topic is constantly changing, and what she is doing to ensure that all the content within the text related to the topic is relevant.

Alex Kreit, Director of the Center of Addiction Law & Policy and Professor at Northern Kentucky University, discusses the changes in marijuana law and what they might mean in banking law. He also shares the new updates in the second edition of his casebook, Criminal Law in Focus, including the criminalization of homelessness, drug possession, and mass incarceration.

Stacy Leeds, Dean of Sandra Day O’Connor College of Law at Arizona State University, discusses the unique opportunities at the school, including the extensive Indian Legal Program and collaboration with the Navajo Nation. She talks about the Washington, D.C., and Los Angeles satellite campuses. She also shares her thoughts on the importance of Master's in Legal Studies programs and other related degrees that could prove beneficial to any professional.

Bernard Burk, Veronica Finkelstein, Wilmington University School of Law, and Nancy Rapoport, William S. Boyd School of Law, discuss the second edition of their book Ethical Lawyering: A Guide for the Well-Intentioned and the Importance of teaching Professional Responsibility. They also share their thoughts about AI in the field and how accounting firms are now adding lawyers. Veronica also gives an update on the new Wilmington University School of Law.

David Sklansky, Stanford Law School, and Andrea Roth, UC Berkeley, discuss the sixth edition of Evidence: Cases, Commentary, and Problems. They share details about the robust teacher’s manual and why they like teaching the course. There is also discussion about the rules of evidence and some of the unanswered questions.

What’s the future of Wills, Trusts, and Estates in law school and beyond? In this episode, Naomi Cahn of the University of Virginia and Alyssa DiRusso of Samford University delve into the newly updated Wills, Trusts, and Estates in Focus, exploring why this field is more crucial than ever. From the impact of the NextGen Bar Exam to the rising demand for estate planning lawyers, they break down what aspiring attorneys need to know.

Andrew Manuel Crespo, Harvard Law School and the Institute to End Mass Incarceration, shares his journey from public defender to professor as well as the inspiration behind writing the first edition of Criminal Law and the American Penal System alongside John Rappaport. He gives details on what is included in the book and what students are looking for in their Criminal Law classes.

Douglas Whaley, Ohio State University, discusses his years of working in legal education and what changes he had seen throughout. He also shares his busy year of updating numerous casebooks including Problems and Materials on Secured Transactions, Problems and Materials on Commercial Law, and Problems and Materials on Debtor and Creditor Law.

Joesph Glannon, Suffolk University, and Jennifer Reynolds, University of Oregon, share their tips for first-time professors, especially for those teaching civil procedure, including the benefits of banning electronics and less is more when assigning materials. They also share the updates to the new edition of Civil Procedure: A Coursebook.

Richard Epstein and Catherine Sharkey, New York University School of Law, share the story of how they developed the first edition of Business, Defamation, and Privacy Torts. They also share their thoughts on the changes to torts, including the addition of social media, public nuisance, and how torts will change from the different administrations.

Todd Berger, Director of Advocacy Programs at Syracuse University College of Law, discusses his new book, Comprehensive Criminal Procedure in Focus, along with the Investigative and Adjudicative splits. He also shares details of Syracuse’s joint J.D./LL.M in Advocacy and Litigation as well as the podcast course he teaches.

Neil Handwerker and Kimberly Fine, co-founders of Ex Judicata, will join Patty Roberts for a discussion about Ex Judicata and how it serves law students, law schools, lawyers, and law firms. From the wide range of webinars to the career match tool to access to multiple career coaches, this service is for anyone looking for a different career.

Michael Tumposky, Northeastern University School of Law discusses the details of his book, Evidence in Focus: A Practitioner’s Approach, First Edition. He and Patty Roberts also talk about how AI will be shaping trial preparation.

Twinette Johnson, Dean of St. Louis University School of Law, reflects on her journey to legal education and her first semester as Dean. She also shares her path to returning to SLU after receiving her bachelor’s degree and what she loves about the university and the community. Twinette advises those wanting to get into legal education and the importance of finding mentors and building relationships.

Florence Roisman, Indiana University, Stacy Seicshnaydre, Tulane University, and Rigel Oliveri, University of Missouri, discuss the first edition of their book, The Right to Fair Housing. From its origin to the multiple courses it can cater to, the book is the first and only of its kind. Florence and Stacy also talk about their involvement and the importance of the Inclusive Community Project.

Melanie Wilson, Dean of Washington and Lee University's School of Law, and Austen Parrish, Dean of UC Irvine School of Law, discuss Melanie’s year as president of AALS. They also share the changes the organization has made throughout the years. Austen provides hopes for his upcoming year as president of AALS.

Dean Melanie Jacobs shares how the Louis D. Brandeis School of Law revolutionizes legal education by combining doctrinal rigor with hands-on experiential learning. She also introduces an innovative immigration law clinic. Plus, learn about Justice Louis D. Brandeis's legacy, including the story of how the school obtained his robe. She also talks about the prestigious Brandeis Medal being awarded to Justice Sonia Sotomayor.

Chance Meyer, New England Law, and Patty Baia, Touro Law School, discuss the upcoming Aspen course Mind for Law. This mini course helps students either entering or already in law school discover their learning style and how to use it properly. They discuss the details about the course, including the importance of enhancing long-term memory and avoiding regurgitation of knowledge.

Leah Teague and Elizabeth Fraley, Baylor University, discuss the second edition of their book, Fundamentals of Lawyer Leadership: A Skills Guide to Professional Identity Formation, including more in-depth sections about the leadership of self and civil discourse. They discuss the importance of having tough conversations and how to do so with compassion and civility.

Join us for an enlightening conversation with William McGeveran, the newly appointed dean of Minnesota Law, who brings a wealth of experience and insight to the role. In this episode, we dive into his vision for the law school, including the impressive array of 28 clinics that offer students hands-on learning opportunities, such as a groundbreaking clinic focused on gun violence and a unique name/image likeness clinic tailored for college athletes and influencers. McGeveran discusses the importance of transactional skills in today’s legal landscape and his plans to expand the faculty while raising the national profile of Minnesota Law. We also explore the importance of including data privacy courses in the curriculum.

Join Nicole Dyszlewski, Assistant Dean for Curricular Innovation at Roger Williams University, as she discusses the groundbreaking Race and the Foundation of American Law course, now required for all law students. Nicole shares how the course explores race in the legal system through guest speakers and a public webinar series. She also talks about the impact of the first Social Justice Summer Camp for middle school students. Tune in to hear how Nicole is shaping the future of legal education and social justice.

In this episode, we sit down with Sophie Dye Gayle, Director of Legal Education and Innovation at Themis Bar Review, to explore the exciting changes coming to the bar exam and legal education. Sophie discusses the NextGen Bar Exam, including the integrated questions, change in scoring, and inclusion of Family Law. She also shares how Themis is preparing future law students and schools for the new exam as well as predicts other upcoming changes to bar prep.

Lolita Buckner Inniss, Colorado Law, shares her journey to becoming dean and her thoughts about being the 17th dean, the second woman dean, and the first Black dean. She also talks about being President of the women in legal education section of AALS and the increase in female law students. Lolita also brings up the new Introduction to Law for undergraduates at the University of Colorado Boulder.

Seth Stoughton and Chris Cowan, University of South Carolina, share the origins and details of the Excellence in Policing and Public Safety (EPPS) Program, which is designed to advance policing and improve public safety outcomes through collaborative training, assistance research, and community partnerships. They also discuss why this program is important for current and future law officers.

Julie Hill, University of Wyoming, shares her journey from the University of Alabama and her favorite things about Wyoming, including the new building dedicated to clinics. She also talks about her thoughts about being the only law school in the state and how she wants to further support students.

D.J. Western, Appalachian School of Law, updates how his community is doing after Hurricane Helene. He also discusses his journey from the Air Force to becoming a law school dean as well as updates on the school, including a Master of Legal Studies and a Veteran’s clinic.

Camille Abate, Brooklyn Law School and Founder and Master Trainer, Foundation for Excellence in Trial Advocacy, and Kathleen Mullin, Seton Hall University; Highly Qualified Subject Matter Expert, US Navy JAGC Defense Counsel Assistance Program discuss the second edition of their textbook, Advocacy Excellence: The Jury Trial. They also share their thoughts on the impact of social media and emojis on trials today and important skills students need to understand before becoming a trial lawyer.

Dean Elizabeth Kronk Warner, University of Utah College of Law, shares her excitement on entering her sixth year as dean. She also shares her thoughts about the current election season and how to foster civility and respectful conversations. Dean Kronk Warner also talks about her time as a tribal court judge and supporting Native American law students.

Dean Leah Chan Grinvald, William S. Boyd School of Law at UNLV, shares her journey towards becoming a dean and reflects on her first two years at UNLV. Dean Grinvald also talks about the legal writing program and how the school has been rated as one of the best returns on investment.

Darby Dickerson, Dean of Southwestern Law School, reflects on 21 years as a Dean, including her time at the University of Illinois Chicago School of Law, Texas Tech University, and Stetson University. She also shares current initiatives at Southwestern, including a full-time online JD program and a faculty leadership series.

Haider Hamoudi, Dean of Cincinnati College of Law, reflects on his first year as Dean and shares his hopes for the upcoming year. He also discusses his publications, including Islamic Law in Modern Courts and Islamic Law in a Nutshell and his time as editor-in-chief of the Arab Law Quarterly.

Gerald Korngold, New York Law School, Nadav Shoked, Northwestern Law, and Hannah Wiseman, Penn State Law, discuss the eighth edition of Cases and Text on Property. From the addition of energy usage and climate change to an updated landlord/tenant section, this casebook focuses on contemporary and relevant issues for students.

Christine Klein, University of Florida, and Shannon Roesler, University of Iowa, discuss the third edition of their casebook, Property: Cases, Problems, and Skills. They share how their experience as environmental and natural resource law scholars influenced the casebook. Christine also gives insight into her Law of Fire and Flood course, while Shannon explains her popular one-week field study and Law of Geography program.

Josh Fershee, Dean of Creighton University School of Law, and Kendra Fershee, Professor at Creighton University, discuss their journey to Omaha and their favorite parts of the city. Josh also discusses the numerous clinics currently being offered, including Community Connections, a legal resource center for the community.

Ronald Weich, Seton Hall University, reflects on his 12 years as dean of the University of Baltimore School of Law and what he hopes as he begins his deanship at Seton Hall University. He also shares his thoughts about unifying and collaborative efforts that should be made between the law school and the university.

Reid Weisbord, Rutgers University, and David Horton, UC Davis, discuss the third edition of their coursebook, Wills, Trusts, and Estates: The Essentials, and what tools and resources they are offering for students and professors. They also talk about the future of the specialty and how A.I. may play a factor.

Dan Filler, Drexel University, talks about being part of the inaugural faculty of the Kline School of Law and what the law school is doing to provide interdisciplinary opportunities. This includes a co-op program where students can earn academic credit for working with practitioners and a new undergraduate degree in law.

Andrew Verstein, University of California, Los Angeles School of Law, and Lynn LoPucki, University of Florida College of Law, talks about the second edition of Business Associations: A Systems Approach. They talk about the benefits of using a problem-based approach in a business associations course and what additional teaching materials they provide to help professors teach the course.

Michael Cahill, Brooklyn Law School, shares his experience of being Co-Dean at Rutgers University and Dean at Brooklyn Law School and what the transition is like to becoming a full-time professor again. He also goes into detail about the upcoming sixth edition of Criminal Law: Case Studies and Controversies and how he goes about teaching case studies.

Andy Perlman, Suffolk University, shares his opinions on Generative AI and the future it will hold in both the legal profession and legal education. Including what use it may have in the admissions process both for the applicant and for the school. He also gives law school advice about incorporating legal technology and innovation into the curriculum.

Alex Ruskell, University of South Carolina, advises on preparing for the Bar Exam and shares what will be coming with the NextGen Bar Exam. He also speaks about his book Strategies & Tactics for the Finz Multistate Method.

Bradley Wendel, Cornell Law School, talks about changing the seventh edition of Examples & Explanations: Professional Responsibility, what will be coming up in the next edition of Torts: Cases and Materials, and the details behind his newest book, Canceling Lawyers. He also talks about how he relates moral philosophy in his class.

Alexandra Lahav, Cornell University, talks about the new edition of her casebook, Civil Procedure: Doctrine, Practice, and Context. She provides advice on how to teach the course with the textbook and what materials she adds to her course. Alexandra also shares details of her book, In Praise of Litigation.

Rachel Harmon, University of Virginia, talks about the second edition of her casebook, The Law of the Police, what changes have been made, and how other professors are teaching the material. She also discusses the government’s role in local policing.

Megan Carpenter, University of New Hampshire Franklin Pierce, talks about the university’s hybrid JD program including the origin of the program and the unique immersion offerings included. She also describes the Daniel Webster Scholar Honor Program and how the students build their portfolios.

June Carbone, University of Minnesota, Naomi Cahn, University of Virginia, and Nancy Levit, University of Missouri-Kansas City talk about their new book, Fair Shake: Women and the Fight to Build a Just Economy. They share examples of cases they’ve included in their book and discuss some statistics regarding employment discrimination and gender disparity.

Matthew Lyon, Vice President and Dean at Lincoln Memorial University Duncan School of Law, talks about being part of the origin of this law school and what the benefits are of being a younger law school. He also shares details about the new online, part-time degree program as well as experiential learning.

Howard Erichson, Fordham School of Law, and Maria Glover, Georgetown Law, talk about the second edition of their casebook, Civil Procedure, and why they initially decided to write the casebook. They also share details on how they each teach the course and how it has evolved over the years.

David Dye, Assistant Dean of Graduate Programs at Texas A&M, talks all about the Masters in Legal Studies. From the thirteen different specialties to the wide variety of benefits, David speaks on the importance of this program and why law schools should be proactive and incorporate this program.

June Carbone, Minnesota Law, and Rachel Rebouché, Dean of Temple University School of Law talk about the seventh edition of their Family Law casebook. They also share the importance of Family Law and how it is changing due to the Dobbs Decision.

Dean Marisa Cianciarulo of Western State College of Law shares her journey into deanship as well as her goals for the university, including increasing the first-time bar passage rate and prioritizing online programs. She also describes the multiple clinics offered as well as upcoming interdisciplinary ones with Westcliff University.

DeShayla Strachan, Mitchell Hamline School of Law, shares her journey of going from a journalism career to becoming a law professor and how her career has impacted her teaching. She also talks about her upcoming Examples & Explanations study guide on online legal research and how AI can be used as a benefit and secondary source in the classroom.

Karen Sneddon, Dean of Mercer University School of Law, talks about celebrating the 150th anniversary of the law school and what is on the horizon for experiential learning. She also shares how her experience in Legal Writing has affected her current teaching and deanship. Dean Sneddon also gives a preview of her upcoming collaboration for PracticePerfect Wills, Trusts, and Estates.