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Policy Insights from Faculty Experts
Policy Insights from Faculty Experts
The 2024 election is sure to bring policy changes. Join Stanford Law School for an engaging three-part virtual series exclusively for alumni featuring faculty insights on timely policy topics. Experts will share research-driven perspectives on what to expect in terms of policy, law, and governance. Each session will include ample time for alumni to engage […]
Informal conversation with Los Angeles District Attorney Nathan Hochman
Informal conversation with Los Angeles District Attorney Nathan Hochman
Join the Stanford Criminal Justice Center and Levin Center for an informal conversation with Los Angeles District Attorney Nathan Hochman. Coffee and bagels will be served.
AROC Pro Bono Legal Clinic
AROC Pro Bono Legal Clinic
MESALSA is partnering with the Arab Resource & Organizing Center (AROC), an SF-based organization committed to racial and economic justice for the SWANA region and its diaspora. AROC has invited SLS students to participate in a naturalization clinic on Sunday, February 23rd from 11am to 3pm, with a light lunch at 2pm. Please sign up only if […]
9 events,
#SLSSocial Community Breakfast
#SLSSocial Community Breakfast
Start your week off with fellow SLS community members over a cup of coffee and a breakfast treat. Students, staff, and faculty are all welcome.
Lunch Panel with Employment Lawyers at Plaintiffs’ Firms Feb. 24th 12:45 – 2:00 pm in room 280B
Lunch Panel with Employment Lawyers at Plaintiffs’ Firms Feb. 24th 12:45 – 2:00 pm in room 280B
Join Professor Alison Morantz for a discussion with employment law practitioners from Rudy, Exelrod, Zieff & Lowe, L.L.P who have experience working with plaintiffs’ firms. Panelists: Chaya Mandelbaum Erin Pulaski They will share insights on their careers and discuss current issues in employment law. Lunch will be provided for those who RSVP. Please RSVP by […]
Stanford Law Review: Candidate Exercise & Bluebook Training
Stanford Law Review: Candidate Exercise & Bluebook Training
Please join Stanford Law Review for a training on the Candidate Exercise, including a crash course on Bluebooking. All law students are welcome to attend, including those working on specialty journals. For lunch, please RSVP by 11:59pm Thursday, Feb. 20.
8 events,
New Administration, New Legal Landscape: Navigating Emerging Legal Issues Between California and the Federal Government
New Administration, New Legal Landscape: Navigating Emerging Legal Issues Between California and the Federal Government
This event is open to the public, however registration is required. Stanford Law School and State Senator Josh Becker to Host Symposium on New Administration, New Legal Landscape: Navigating Emerging Legal Issues Between California and the Federal Government On February 25, 2025, from 8:30 AM to 3:30 PM, Stanford Law School and State Senator Josh […]
Public Interest Fellowship Panel
Public Interest Fellowship Panel
Unsure of what a fellowship is? Curious about different ways to jumpstart a career in public interest law? Come hear from past and present fellows about their experiences applying to and being in a fellowship program like Equal Justice Works or Skadden. Our panelists will range from current students and fellows to those who have […]
The EU AI Act: Implications, Challenges, and Transatlantic Perspectives
The EU AI Act: Implications, Challenges, and Transatlantic Perspectives
Please join us for an in-depth discussion on the EU AI Act with Professor Iris Eisenberger (University of Vienna, Stanford STS Program) and Dr. Sacha Alanoca (Stanford University). The session will explore the regulatory frameworks of the EU and the U.S., focusing on key legal differences, shared goals, and pathways to regulatory alignment in AI governance.
11 events,
Rock Center Student Lunch with Vice Chancellor Lori Will, Delaware Court of Chancery
Rock Center Student Lunch with Vice Chancellor Lori Will, Delaware Court of Chancery
Join the Rock Center and Women of Stanford Law for a student-moderated fireside chat with Lori Will, Vice Chancellor of the Delaware Court of Chancery. Vice Chancellor Will was appointed in 2021 to the Court of Chancery, widely recognized as the nation's preeminent forum for business disputes. Come learn about the Vice Chancellor's role and […]
CommuniTEA with BLSA
CommuniTEA with BLSA
Students, Faculty, and Staff, please join for the next event in our new series: CommuniTEA with BLSA, Wednesday, February 26 in Russo Lounge any time between 8:15-9:15am. CommuniTEA is an opportunity to enjoy tea and light breakfast fares while building community with each other. Accommodations will be made for any dietary restrictions indicated in RSVPs by […]
Conversation with Naz El Khatib
Conversation with Naz El Khatib
Interested in the State Department? Come meet Naz El-Khatib (JD 2018), who was recently Senior Advisor for Policy with the State Department's Office of the Deputy Secretary. Mr. El-Khatib was previously with the U.S. International Development Finance Corportation and National Security Action. The discussion will be moderated by Professor Allen Weiner.
12 events,
SESLA Presents: Inside Baseball, A Conversation with Caleb Jay
SESLA Presents: Inside Baseball, A Conversation with Caleb Jay
Join Caleb Jay, Vice President & General Counsel for the Arizona Diamondbacks, as he takes us inside the legal world of Major League Baseball. With nearly two decades of experience in sports law—handling everything from team operations to player contracts, real estate, and corporate partnerships—Caleb brings a wealth of knowledge about the business and legal […]
Trump Executive Orders and the Rule of Law
Trump Executive Orders and the Rule of Law
Join us for a discussion of recent Trump administration executive orders and their legal challenges. Our panel of SLS experts will explore key constitutional questions raised by cases that are currently moving through the federal courts. Sponsored by The Neukom Center for the Rule of Law and The Dean’s Office
A Conversation with Judge Bibas and Judge Kovner
A Conversation with Judge Bibas and Judge Kovner
Please join Stanford’s Federalist Society for a lunchtime event with Judges Stephanos Bibas (3d Cir.) and Rachel Kovner (E.D.N.Y.). Lunch will be served.
2 events,
State Constitutions and Lockstepping: A Conversation with State Supreme Court Justices
State Constitutions and Lockstepping: A Conversation with State Supreme Court Justices
Even when federal courts roll back constitutional rights, state supreme courts can interpret their constitutions more expansively. But many states still “lockstep” with federal readings. Why does this happen, and how should lawyers (and judges) respond? Join Stanford Law School ACS and the Bay Area Lawyers Chapter for a discussion with state supreme court justices […]
2 events,
Ramadan (Muslim)
Ramadan (Muslim)
Stanford has long supported faculty, students, and staff in observing religious holidays of significance to them. In the complex process of creating the academic calendar, religious holy days are but one of many considerations. The Office for Religious Life makes available to faculty, staff and students a list of significant religious holidays at the beginning […]
From Insight to Action: Advancing Enterprise AI Governance
From Insight to Action: Advancing Enterprise AI Governance
Program Dates: January 7 - June 6, 2025 Program Type: On-Demand and Virtual Program Website: https://conferences.law.stanford.edu/enterpriseaigovernance/ From Insight to Action: Advancing Enterprise AI Governance is a free, online program designed to help corporate investors and board members learn more about how AI systems work, the benefits and business applications for AI, and best practices for managing […]
1 event,
Ramadan (Muslim)
7 events,
#SLSSocial Community Breakfast
#SLSSocial Community Breakfast
Start your week off with fellow SLS community members over a cup of coffee and a breakfast treat. Students, staff, and faculty are all welcome.
The Illusion of Control: Legal Limits of AI Terms of Use
The Illusion of Control: Legal Limits of AI Terms of Use
Please join us for a talk with Professor Mark Lemley on the legal fragility of AI terms of use. The Illusion of Control: Legal Limits of AI Terms of Use* (Talk by Professor Mark Lemley) As generative artificial intelligence (AI) tools such as ChatGPT and DALL-E continue to advance, model creators impose strict terms of […]
Judge Britt Grant – Speech, Conduct, and the Bounds of the First Amendment
Judge Britt Grant – Speech, Conduct, and the Bounds of the First Amendment
Please join Stanford’s Federalist Society for a conversation with Judge Britt Grant (11th Cir.). Lunch will be served.
8 events,
Week of Abolition: Justice for Incarcerated Women
Week of Abolition: Justice for Incarcerated Women
Join SPARC (Stanford Prison Abolition and Resource Coalition), NLG (National Lawyer's Guild), and WSL+ (Women of Stanford Law) in bringing Katie Dixon and Diana Block from the California Coalition for Women Prisoners to discuss their recent campaigns to fight against abusive conditions inside California women’s prisons. California Coalition for Women Prisoners (CCWP) is a grassroots […]
Big Law to Public Interest Career Panel
Big Law to Public Interest Career Panel
Join APILSA and SLS alumni for a conversational panel on transitioning from big law to public interest careers. Lunch will be provided. Please RSVP for lunch!
Grid-challenges of accommodating the surge in clean electricity demand for Data Centers
Grid-challenges of accommodating the surge in clean electricity demand for Data Centers
Alexandra Klass, David Hayes, and Michael Wara will discuss the grid-related challenges of accommodating the surge in clean electricity demand for Data Centers, as well as the unprecedented growth in electricity demand, grid congestion, and its expansion.
9 events,
Ash Wednesday (Christian)
Ash Wednesday (Christian)
Stanford has long supported faculty, students, and staff in observing religious holidays of significance to them. In the complex process of creating the academic calendar, religious holy days are but one of many considerations. The Office for Religious Life makes available to faculty, staff and students a list of significant religious holidays at the beginning […]
Post-Inauguration Decompression Space
Post-Inauguration Decompression Space
You're not alone in feeling devastated and overwhelmed by the actions of the current administration and their effects on our country, communities, and people. The PICC Charm Committee, ACS, and IWH are offering drop-in hours at the PICC (basement of Crown Building). Come to decompress, chat, process and eat snacks on March 5 from 12-3pm.
Week of Abolition: Impact of Incarceration on Youth
Week of Abolition: Impact of Incarceration on Youth
Join SPARC (Stanford Prison Abolition and Resource Coalition), NLG (National Lawyer's Guild), and YEAS (Youth and Education Law Advocates) in bringing activists and attorneys from Restorative Justice for Oakland Youth and Legal Services for Prisoners with Children to discuss the impact of incarceration on youth, their families, and their communities. Legal Services for Prisoners with […]
FLI x Paul, Weiss: Big Law Lunch Panel
FLI x Paul, Weiss: Big Law Lunch Panel
Please join us in welcoming Meredith Dearborn (Litigation Partner) and Jackson Willis (Litigation Associate, SLS ’23) from Paul, Weiss to campus next week for a Big Law Lunch Panel. Meredith and Jackson will be sharing advice for FLI law students looking to join Paul, Weiss. This is a great opportunity to connect with attorneys from […]
10 events,
Week of Abolition: Building People Power in the Bay Area
Week of Abolition: Building People Power in the Bay Area
Join SPARC (Stanford Prison Abolition and Resource Coalition) and NLG (National Lawyers Guild) for a conversation with the Ella Baker Center for Human Rights and Critical Resistance Oakland on building community power and safety while shifting resources away from prisons. Based in Oakland, CA, the Ella Baker Center for Human Rights organizes with Black, Brown, and […]
CLB Lunch Talk: Jared Genser on Neurotechnology and Human Rights
CLB Lunch Talk: Jared Genser on Neurotechnology and Human Rights
The Center for Law and the Biosciences will host a Lunch Talk featuring Jared Genser, General Counsel, Neurorights Foundation, here to discuss "The Next Frontier is Your Mind: Neurotechnologies, Human Rights, and the Battle for Your Brain." RSVP
The Opioid Crisis on Trial
The Opioid Crisis on Trial
Join us for a conversation with the Honorable Dan A. Polster of the Northern District of Ohio, who presided over one of the most significant and complex legal cases in U.S. history: The National Prescription Opiate MDL. Judge Polster will discuss the challenges and innovations in managing thousands of consolidated cases against pharmaceutical companies, distributors, […]
3 events,
Lunch with Dean Triantis
Lunch with Dean Triantis
Join Dean Triantis for lunch this Winter Quarter on Fridays from 12:45 pm to 2:00 pm on the following dates: Jan 17, Feb 7, Feb 14, and Feb 21. This is a great opportunity to discuss law school topics and share your experiences. Each lunch is limited to 9 students. Interested? RSVP here to secure your spot! […]
Week of Abolition: Letter Writing to LGBTQ+ Incarcerated Folks
Week of Abolition: Letter Writing to LGBTQ+ Incarcerated Folks
Join SPARC (Stanford Prison Abolition and Resource Coalition), NLG (National Lawyers Guild), OutLAW, and community volunteers from Flying Over Walls Prisoner Solidarity Project to write and color birthday cards for queer and trans people imprisoned in California. Trans people in prison are facing extreme hostility. Letter writing and penpal programs help us connect to our […]
2 events,
Week of Abolition: Tour of A.B.O. Comix Art Gallery
Week of Abolition: Tour of A.B.O. Comix Art Gallery
Join SPARC (Stanford Prison Abolition and Resource Coalition) and NLG (National Lawyer Guild) for a tour of A.B.O. Comix in Oakland. A.B.O. Comix is an Oakland based collective and nonprofit small press that works in solidarity with imprisoned queer and transgender artists. They operate on the principles of DIY culture, abolitionist organizing, and community-led support. […]
1 event,
Ramadan (Muslim)
5 events,
Last day of classes
#SLSSocial Community Breakfast
#SLSSocial Community Breakfast
Start your week off with fellow SLS community members over a cup of coffee and a breakfast treat. Students, staff, and faculty are all welcome.
New Eras of Technology Disputes: Mass Arbitration or Litigation
New Eras of Technology Disputes: Mass Arbitration or Litigation
Join us for an insightful exploration of the evolving landscape of technology disputes resolution. As we enter a new era, mass arbitration has emerged as a powerful tool, challenging traditional litigation approaches. This event will delve into the pros and cons of mass arbitration, its impact on the tech sector, and how it's reshaping the […]
Iftar 2025
Iftar 2025
MESALSA + MLSA are hosting an Iftar dinner on Monday, March 10th at 6:00 pm in light of Ramadan. We welcome all! The food served will be halal. MESALSA is an affinity group that caters to a rich diversity of cultural, religious, and ethnic identities that span well beyond the arbitrary borders of modern South Asia […]
3 events,
Reading period begins
DoNut Stress/Snackteus Reus in the Library
DoNut Stress/Snackteus Reus in the Library
Take a break from exams at the library! Stop by the library starting at 9am for donuts, snacks, and stress relief coloring. Snacks and donuts will be available while supplies last, but coloring supplies will be out for the duration of reading week and exams.
3 events,
Mental Health Reading Group Meeting
Mental Health Reading Group Meeting
Join the Promoting Interdisciplinary Study of Mental Health Reading Group to discuss a study on AI and therapy. Dinner provided to RSVPs.
Community Iftar Dinners (Hosted by the Muslim Law Students’ Assoc.)
Community Iftar Dinners (Hosted by the Muslim Law Students’ Assoc.)
Iftar is the evening meal for Muslims breaking their fast during the month of Ramadan. On Wednesday (2/12) and Thursday (2/13), MLSA will have catered dinners that people should feel free to swing by for takeaway food. On Friday (2/14), we'll be having a sit-down Iftar co-hosted with the Stanford Muslim Medical Association. All meals […]
5 events,
Reading period ends
Purim (Jewish)
Purim (Jewish)
Stanford has long supported faculty, students, and staff in observing religious holidays of significance to them. In the complex process of creating the academic calendar, religious holy days are but one of many considerations. The Office for Religious Life makes available to faculty, staff and students a list of significant religious holidays at the beginning […]
Community Iftar Dinners (Hosted by the Muslim Law Students’ Assoc.)
Community Iftar Dinners (Hosted by the Muslim Law Students’ Assoc.)
Iftar is the evening meal for Muslims breaking their fast during the month of Ramadan. On Wednesday (2/12) and Thursday (2/13), MLSA will have catered dinners that people should feel free to swing by for takeaway food. On Friday (2/14), we'll be having a sit-down Iftar co-hosted with the Stanford Muslim Medical Association. All meals […]
7 events,
Exams begin
Holi (Hindu)
Holi (Hindu)
Stanford has long supported faculty, students, and staff in observing religious holidays of significance to them. In the complex process of creating the academic calendar, religious holy days are but one of many considerations. The Office for Religious Life makes available to faculty, staff and students a list of significant religious holidays at the beginning […]
Community Iftar Dinners (Hosted by the Muslim Law Students’ Assoc.)
Community Iftar Dinners (Hosted by the Muslim Law Students’ Assoc.)
Iftar is the evening meal for Muslims breaking their fast during the month of Ramadan. On Wednesday (2/12) and Thursday (2/13), MLSA will have catered dinners that people should feel free to swing by for takeaway food. On Friday (2/14), we'll be having a sit-down Iftar co-hosted with the Stanford Muslim Medical Association. All meals […]
1 event,
1 event,
Ramadan (Muslim)
3 events,
Introducing Dean George Triantis: Los Angeles Recent Grad Reception
Introducing Dean George Triantis: Los Angeles Recent Grad Reception
Join us for a relaxed evening of conversation, dinner, and drinks as we welcome our new dean, George Triantis, JSD '89, to the Stanford Law School community. This informal reception is a wonderful opportunity to meet Dean Triantis and connect with fellow recent graduates in a casual setting. We hope you’ll join us for this special […]
3 events,
DoNut Stress/Snackteus Reus in the Library
DoNut Stress/Snackteus Reus in the Library
Take a break from exams at the library! Stop by the library starting at 9am for donuts, snacks, and stress relief coloring. Snacks and donuts will be available while supplies last, but coloring supplies will be out for the duration of reading week and exams.
Introducing Dean George Triantis: Los Angeles Alumni Reception [Rescheduled]
Introducing Dean George Triantis: Los Angeles Alumni Reception [Rescheduled]
Join us for this special opportunity to connect with your SLS Los Angeles alumni community. In conversation with Judge Curtis Kin, JD ‘96, Dean Triantis will share updates from Stanford and plans for the year ahead. This event is free. Hors d'oeuvres, beer, wine, and non-alcoholic beverages will be provided. Complimentary parking is available on […]
1 event,
3 events,
Ostara (Pagan, Wiccan)
Ostara (Pagan, Wiccan)
Stanford has long supported faculty, students, and staff in observing religious holidays of significance to them. In the complex process of creating the academic calendar, religious holy days are but one of many considerations. The Office for Religious Life makes available to faculty, staff and students a list of significant religious holidays at the beginning […]
3 events,
Nowruz (Zoroastrian)
Nowruz (Zoroastrian)
Stanford has long supported faculty, students, and staff in observing religious holidays of significance to them. In the complex process of creating the academic calendar, religious holy days are but one of many considerations. The Office for Religious Life makes available to faculty, staff and students a list of significant religious holidays at the beginning […]
1 event,
1 event,
Ramadan (Muslim)
2 events,
Spring Recess begins
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1 event,
1 event,
2 events,
Spring Recess ends
1 event,
1 event,
Ramadan (Muslim)
4 events,
First day of classes
Eid al Fitr (Muslim)
Eid al Fitr (Muslim)
Stanford has long supported faculty, students, and staff in observing religious holidays of significance to them. In the complex process of creating the academic calendar, religious holy days are but one of many considerations. The Office for Religious Life makes available to faculty, staff and students a list of significant religious holidays at the beginning […]
Welcome Back Breakfast
Welcome Back Breakfast
All students, faculty, and staff are welcome to enjoy breakfast as we celebrate the start of the spring quarter.
Lunch Talk USCIT Judge Choe-Groves
Lunch Talk USCIT Judge Choe-Groves
Lunch seminar with judge Jennifer Choe-Groves: International Law and the U.S. Court of International Trade
7 events,
From Insight to Action: Advancing Enterprise AI Governance
From Insight to Action: Advancing Enterprise AI Governance
Program Dates: January 7 - June 6, 2025 Program Type: On-Demand and Virtual Program Website: https://conferences.law.stanford.edu/enterpriseaigovernance/ From Insight to Action: Advancing Enterprise AI Governance is a free, online program designed to help corporate investors and board members learn more about how AI systems work, the benefits and business applications for AI, and best practices for managing […]
Webinar: The Reincorporation Dilemma – Should Your Company Move Out of Delaware?
Webinar: The Reincorporation Dilemma – Should Your Company Move Out of Delaware?
For many decades, Delaware has been the leading forum for incorporation in the United States, offering a well-established and predictable legal framework and business-friendly courts. However, recent decisions out of Delaware Chancery Court deemed unfavorable to controlling stockholders have prompted some businesses to reevaluate their incorporation choices. Prominent companies like Tesla and Dropbox have moved […]
Antitrust, Anti-Monopoly, and Public Power: A Fireside Chat with Sandeep Vaheesan
Antitrust, Anti-Monopoly, and Public Power: A Fireside Chat with Sandeep Vaheesan
Sandeep Vaheesan is the legal director at the Open Markets Institute. He leads their legal research and advocacy, including the amicus program. He has written and spoken widely on antimonopoly law and policy and building a fair economy. Previously, he worked at the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau and American Antitrust Institute. His new book, Democracy […]
3 events,
Admit Weekend
Admit Weekend
The Admissions Office will be inviting admitted students to visit Stanford Law School April 2 - 5, 2025. More details will be added - please contact aitran@law.stanford.edu if you have any questions.
2L OCI Orientation
2L OCI Orientation
At the orientation we'll cover the basics of the upcoming 2L summer job search and OCI and answer all of your questions about the move to May. Attendance is strongly encouraged for those planning to participate in 2L OCI. If you are thinking at all about participating in OCI (even in a limited manner), you […]
Rock Center Business Litigation Happy Hour
Rock Center Business Litigation Happy Hour
Join the Rock Center at Fleming’s Steakhouse to learn more about a Business Litigation career. Whether you’re interested in Intellectual Property, Securities Litigation, White Collar, or Business Disputes, this is a great opportunity to meet with lawyers in practice. Attorneys from Gibson Dunn, Cleary Gottlieb, Cooley, Debevoise and Goodwin will be presenting and answering student’s […]
2 events,
The Supreme Court, Expressive Speech, and Nondiscrimination - Judge Tymkovich (10th Cir.)
The Supreme Court, Expressive Speech, and Nondiscrimination - Judge Tymkovich (10th Cir.)
Please join the Federalist Society for a conversation with Judge Tymkovich (10th Cir.) on "The Supreme Court, Expressive Speech, and Nondiscrimination." Mendocino Farms will be served; please RSVP to help us estimate order size.
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Stanford Law & Policy Lab Skills Bootcamp
Stanford Law & Policy Lab Skills Bootcamp
If you are interested in exploring public policy but lack the training and skills, consider joining the Policy Lab for any or all of our introductory skills workshops. The series offers an overview of methods and strategies for social change, beginning with an in-person boot camp on Saturday, April 5th, followed by a series of […]
Building for Impact: Generative AI and Law Bootcamp
Building for Impact: Generative AI and Law Bootcamp
Hands-on accelerated class to equip small teams of students to explore and build generative AI-driven innovations at the cross-section of technology and law. Students will learn and use the latest generative AI tools to build a new solution. Students will further develop and pitch their generative AI-driven solutions in the Stanford Law x LLM hackathon […]