On April 23rd, our law school community came together for Day of Giving (DoG), Santa Clara University’s annual giving event, which for the law school was equal parts generous and joyful. Thanks to the incredible support of alumni, students, faculty,…
Santa Clara Law’s esteemed faculty member, Mary Procaccio-Flowers, recently announced that she has accepted a position as a career judicial law clerk in the Northern District of California. This marks another milestone in her remarkable career. Procaccio-Flowers earned her J.D.…
Attorney Abimael “AJ” Bastida ’14 of McManis Faulkner secured a historic win in a case involving police use of force during the 2020 George Floyd protests. A San Jose jury awarded $1.3 million in damages to Kyle Johnson, a paraeducator…
The State Bar of California’s move to administer the Bar Exam remotely this week was plagued by significant technical and support issues, which affected both February and future Bar-takers. Last year, arguing that it was nearing bankruptcy, the State Bar…
Santa Clara University School of Law hosted its 2nd Annual Sports Law Conference on Friday, January 24, 2025. The event brought together a group of over 100 students, attorneys, and business professionals for a full day of programming dedicated to…
SANTA CLARA, Calif., January 31, 2025–Santa Clara University School of Law and Loyola University Chicago’s Institute for Investor Protection will convene a special conference on February 7, titled “Investor Protection Summit in the Age of Crypto and AI.” As technology reshapes…
On March 21, 2025, Santa Clara Law will host its prestigious Celebration of Achievement and Inclusive Excellence Gala, an annual event recognizing individuals and organizations that have made a lasting impact in the legal profession and beyond. The gala brings…
Santa Clara Law is proud to welcome back alumna Caitlin Jachimowicz as the Senior Assistant Dean for Law Enrollment, Strategy, and Operations following a nationwide search. Caitlin’s impact at Santa Clara Law began during her student years, when she served…
Sofia Herrera, a proud alumna of the Santa Clara University School of Law (Class of 2021), has long been driven by a deep passion for law. Growing up in a small rural town in Minnesota with a population of just…
In the demanding world of legal education, a seasoned mentor can be a transformative force, illuminating the path to professional success. Legal mentors offer a wealth of insight, support, and career guidance, helping students navigate the complexities and challenges of…