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Lecturer Professor Amos Guiora publishes op-ed in The Hill
Jun 02, 2026Lecturer Professor Amos Guiora, who leads Utah Law’s Bystander Initiative, has published an op-ed in The Hill about the crime of enabling.
Utah Law faculty updates: May 2026
Jun 01, 2026Each month, we share notable updates—including presentations, publications, panels, and other accomplishments—from Utah Law faculty members.
Professor Jorge Contreras featured in The New York Times about a North Dakota court barring Greenpeace from making claims in a Dutch court
May 28, 2026Professor Jorge Contreras, an IP law expert, was quoted in The New York Times about a U.S. state court in North Dakota that issued an anti-suit injunction against Greenpeace’s prosecution of a Dutch freedom of expression action in a tort case involving protests over a pipeline.
Lecturer Professor Amos Guiora quoted in The Guardian about Epstein assistant Lesley Groff
May 28, 2026Lecturer Professor Amos Guiora, an expert in complicity who leads Utah Law’s Bystander Initiative, is quoted in a Guardian article about Lesley Groff, longtime executive assistant to Jeffrey Epstein.
Leading Women Lawyers of Utah: Get to know Holly Nelson and Ashley Gregson
May 27, 2026Since 1981, Women Lawyers of Utah (WLU) has provided opportunities for women lawyers to develop and advance their careers. We’re highlighting past WLU president Holly Nelson (JD ’09) and WLU president-elect Ashley Gregson (JD ’11).
Dean’s Debate Series fosters civil communications
May 22, 2026The S.J. Quinney College of Law recently kicked off the Dean’s Debate Series, which gathers prominent guests, such as legislators and legal scholars, to debate topics that have an impact on Utah communities.
Utah Law ranks no. 8 among public law schools on ABA’s Ultimate Bar Passage report
May 20, 2026Utah Law ranked no. 17 (no. 8 among public law schools) on the 2026 American Bar Association’s Ultimate Bar Passage report, up 17 places from the no. 34 ranking in the 2025 report.
A capital idea: Rising 3L Jeff Moore spends a semester working in Washington, D.C.
May 18, 2026Rising 3L Jeff Moore, who spent more than 15 years working in risk assurance before beginning law school, wanted to explore new opportunities in both immigration and international law. He found what he was looking for in Washington, D.C., where he spent the spring 2026 semester.
Change in environment: Susan Taylor Hansen returns to Utah following 30-year legal career on East Coast
May 15, 2026Susan Taylor Hansen (JD ’76) was always hanging around her father’s law practice as a teen and wanted to go to law school as well—despite having met only one female lawyer ever.
Associate Professor Jamie Pleune co-leads multi-national workshop in Albania on mining policy
May 12, 2026Associate Research Professor Jamie Pleune traveled to Tirana, Albania, in April as part of a team from the U.S. Department of Commerce’s Commercial Law Development Program that facilitated a multi-lateral workshop and legal consultation on mining policies and responsible mining.
MLS student Jason Jarvie looks forward to new career in law
May 11, 2026Since 2003, Jason Jarvie has spent his career in law enforcement, working in a variety of roles but always enjoying the training and leadership aspects of the job. Currently, he works for the University of Utah’s Department of Public Safety.
Convocation 2026: Learn more about our JD and MLS students
May 08, 2026Congratulations to the S.J. Quinney College of Law class of 2026, who graduated Friday, May 8, at Kingsbury Hall. The class of 2026 includes 106 students earning a juris doctor (JD) and 27 students earning a master of legal studies (MLS) degree.
From debate to estates: Audrey Meyer opens new Pro Bono Initiative legal site
May 06, 2026Participating in high school debate team helped 3L Audrey Meyer realize she wanted to become a lawyer, especially as she continued to coach younger students while earning her bachelor’s degree in political science and philosophy at the University of Utah.
See photos of Utah Law’s 2026 Alumni Awards and Golden Gavel events
May 04, 2026Christina Jepson (JD ’95), Phillip W. Lear (JD ’75), and Jon M. Lear (JD ’76) were recognized as Alumni of the Year at Utah Law’s annual Alumni Awards celebration, held Friday, April 24, 2026, at the College of Law building.
Utah Law faculty updates: April 2026
May 01, 2026Each month, we share notable updates—including presentations, publications, panels, and other accomplishments—from Utah Law faculty members.
2025-2026 Utah Law competitions: Find out which teams participated
Apr 30, 2026Congratulations to all Utah Law students and coaches who participated in competitions during the 2025-2026 school year! Check out a roundup of the various teams who competed.
MLS student Lucy Christensen shares passion for human rights advocacy
Apr 29, 2026Lucy Christensen has visited 37 different countries and is passionate about international affairs, human rights, and getting hands-on experience, including researching eye care as a global health researcher in the Indian Himalayas.
Professor Matthew Tokson quoted in The Guardian about Supreme Court case on smartphone location data warrants
Apr 28, 2026Professor Matthew Tokson, a privacy law expert, was quoted in The Guardian about a U.S. Supreme Court case to decide whether warrants for smartphone location data infringe on Americans’ privacy rights and violate the Constitution.
Be your own advocate: 3L Alannah Trombetta creates healthcare law opportunities at Utah Law
Apr 27, 2026Though she studied psychology and history as an undergraduate, Pennsylvania native and 3L Alannah Trombetta began her career as a recruiter for a major healthcare provider and insurer in Pittsburgh. A few years later, during a worldwide pandemic, Trombetta’s perspective on healthcare changed.
Young Alumni Association: Find out how you can get involved
Apr 23, 2026Did you know there’s a group exclusively for all Utah Law alumni who graduated within the past 10 years? The Young Alumni Association allows you to meet new friends and stay in touch with your classmates while also attending get-togethers throughout the year.
Growing as a leader: Dr. Irma Fleming pursues MLS degree with health law concentration
Apr 22, 2026Dr. Irma Fleming grew up in Gary, Indiana, and recalls thriving in science and math despite the turbulent social environment around her. She was bolstered by her grandmother, who taught math, and had many friends who were also interested in STEM careers.