Western New England University School of Law is renowned for its focus on real-world lawyering, a commitment to social justice, and an ethos of student-centered learning. Since 1919, the School of Law has been synonymous with practical lawyering, innovative programming, and entrepreneurial thinking and is committed to contributing to a fair and just society through an impactful, practically-focused 21st Century legal education.
The School of Law’s Center for Social Justice expands access to legal support for underserved communities—while giving students hands-on experience tackling real-world financial and legal challenges. The Center is delivering measurable community impact and preparing practice-ready attorneys committed to advancing economic justice.
Competing against law students from across the country, students Sierra Sellers and Tiffany Thibodau earned high praise from judges for their composure, organization, and command of complex legal issues at 2026 National Environmental Law Moot Court competition.
WNE Law hosted a sold-out forum uniting legal, medical, and public health leaders to discuss racial disparities in health care.
Law students Conor McCormick and Christopher Nasta placed third nationally at the American Bar Association (ABA) Law Student Tax Challenge, held January 16, 2026, in San Diego, California. The ABA Tax Challenge is considered one of the nation’s premier experiential competitions for aspiring tax attorneys.
The School of Law and the Hampden District Attorney’s Office have welcomed 50 inductees to the 2025–2026 class of the Future Lawyers of Springfield program, a collaborative initiative designed to inspire and mentor students interested in careers in law, criminal justice, and public service. WNE Law Student and Newly Elected City Councilor Gerry Martin embodies the program’s spirit of civic leadership.
WNE Law announces the launch of JD Access, a part-time evening online Juris Doctor program designed to expand access to legal education for working professionals, non-traditional students, and others whose life circumstances make traditional, on-campus attendance challenging.
Fifty students from the WNE School of Law joined law alumni, faculty, and members of the WNE Board of Trustees October 27 to hear Ketanji Brown Jackson address a sold-out crowd as part of the Springfield Public Forum’s Justice Talk: A Conversation on Democracy & the Courts.
In a ceremony held at the WNE School of Law, 51 individuals from 31 different countries officially became U.S. citizens, taking the Oath of Allegiance before family, friends, and members of the campus community.
The School of Law is proud to announce Htut Naing, J.D. Candidate 2026, has been named the inaugural recipient of the Donald Dunn Law Library Award, which recognizes students who have developed a strong connection to the Law Library throughout their legal education.
Dean Zelda B. Harris spoke to U.S. News about how law students should prepare themselves if they have an eye towards a judicial career.
WNE School of Law announces Jordana Harper has been honored with the 2025 Outstanding Externship Student Award by the Clinical Legal Education Association. This prestigious national award recognizes the outstanding contributions of law students participating in Externship programs across the country.
WNE School of Law Professor Bridgette Baldwin recently shared her expertise to the national discourse on criminal justice and forensic evidence. Baldwin was featured in a recent Boston Globe article analyzing the complexities of expert testimony in the high-profile case surrounding the death of Sandra Birchmore.
WNE School of Law is proud to celebrate the outstanding achievement of third-year students Rachel Lang and Kelsey Oleksak, who secured first place in the J.D. division of the prestigious 2024-2025 Law Student Tax Challenge.
WNE School of Law announces that Assistant Professor Nicole Belbin has been awarded the prestigious AALS Pro Bono & Access to Justice Section Emerging Leader Award.
The WNE School of Law has experienced remarkable improvement in first-time bar exam pass rates, reflecting its commitment to academic excellence and student success.
Law Professor Stacey Lantagne selected as the recipient of the 2024 Sponsored Scholarship Grant for the Legal Academy for Intellectual Property & Information Law
Zelda B. Harris, Dean of Western New England University School of Law, awarded the "Inspirations Award" by the African American Female Professors Award Association (AAFPA).
WNE School of Law Participatory Democracy campaign focused on educating and empowering locals to exercise their voting rights.
In an inspiring session designed to connect academic learning with real-world expertise, Dennis Donovan, L’79, President and CEO of Beacon Advisors International, LLC, visited Western New England University's College of Business to engage with student leaders and faculty.
WNE School of Law launches Participatory Democracy campaign to provide education around citizenship, voting rights, and civic engagement.
$163,000 grant helps consumers defend against credit card collection lawsuits.
Seeking legal help for your small business? Apply for free assistance at Western New England University Small Business Legal Clinic, where law students address various legal issues under faculty supervision.
WNE hosted AG Campbell’s Reproductive Justice Unit Convening, uniting experts to discuss strategies for protecting reproductive and gender-affirming care amid national legal challenges.
On April 26, 2024, Western New England University hosts the Brain Health Conference, offering valuable insights into dementia and Alzheimer's disease management, led by keynote speaker Dr. Deepu Thomas, MD.
Western New England University's Mini-Law School demystifies the law in a three-week program, covering constitutional law, digital literacy, and labor rights for the community.
