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The FIU Law Seville Study Abroad Program is underway!

This summer, our students are spending four weeks in Seville, Spain, earning six credits in Business Organizations and International Human Rights: Combating Human Trafficking while exploring the legal cultures of Spain and the European Union.

We can’t wait to follow along as they learn, experience, and bring new perspectives back with them.

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The rainbow rests its case.

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Congratulations to Maria Papasakelariou (J.D. ’16), of Wilson Elser, on her installation as President of the Young Lawyers Section of the Miami-Dade Bar.  

FIU Law joins South Florida’s legal community in celebrating Maria’s leadership, service, and continued impact, as she helps guide the next generation of lawyers and the evolving practice of law.

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Earning a Juris Master degree from FIU Law opens the door to new opportunities. Our graduates are looking ahead as they share what comes next in their journeys. They are leaving FIU Law with new goals, new momentum, and a future they are ready to shape.

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Congratulations to Professor Mary Zhao, who recently brought her research on green trademark registration to University College London as part of the UCL Faculty of Laws’ Annual Brand Lecture on trademarks and the green economy.

Learn more: https://t.co/RU6FEOFumi

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Congratulations to Allison J. Leonard (J.D. ’10), partner at Damian | Valori | Culmo, on her installation as President of the Miami-Dade Chapter of the Florida Association for Women Lawyers for the 2026 to 2027 term.
FIU Law sponsored the event and joined South Florida’s legal community in celebrating Allison’s leadership, service, and continued impact.

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Congratulations to this year’s graduates of the Legal Studies Institute Paralegal Certificate Program! We are proud to celebrate your hard work, dedication, and commitment as you take the next step in your careers!

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Prof. Roman weighs in on Spirit Airlines’ collapse in Daily Kos. Full story: https://t.co/CHT1APuJZ0

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No one reaches a milestone like this alone. As they celebrated earning their Juris Master degree, our JM graduates took a moment to thank the people who encouraged them, supported them, and helped make this achievement possible. We can't wait to see what comes next.

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FIU Law alumnae Vivianna Tijerino ’24 and Kenia Garcia ’13 recently litigated on a significant legal matter before the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit pertaining to eligibility for bond in immigration cases. The Eleventh Circuit is one of five federal appeals courts to rule on the issue, which is likely to be taken up by the U.S. Supreme Court. Link to read more: https://t.co/UUWmFMf5Vo

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FIU Law alumni Diana Arteaga ‘09, Joshua Padrón ’19, and Marcel De La Cruz ’22 embody FIU’s longstanding partnership with the Cuban American Bar Association, serving as members of CABA’s 2026 Board of Directors and supporting a shared commitment to mentorship, service, and leadership across South Florida’s legal community.

Through student chapters, scholarships, volunteer opportunities, and leadership development, FIU Law and CABA continue to create pathways for students and young attorneys to engage with the profession and serve the community with purpose.

Read the full story on how FIU Law and CABA are creating pathways for the next generation of legal leaders: https://t.co/8iBkcKO45t

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This Memorial Day, we pause as a Panther community to honor and remember those who served and sacrificed. 🇺🇸🐾

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Earning a Juris Master degree from FIU Law is more than a milestone. It is a moment of pride, purpose, and possibility. Congratulations to our JM graduates! Your next chapter starts now.

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Four names. One enduring legacy. At FIU Law, freedom isn’t forgotten. Read the full story to learn how we honor a commitment to justice and the rule of law: https://t.co/Nub9u06zLa

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At this year’s Sports Lawyers Association Conference in Chicago, rising 3L’s Maria Gonzalez and Connor Mullins volunteered their time, built connections, and networked with more than 1,200 sports law industry professionals.

They were joined by Sports Law Adjunct Professor Josh Goldberg, a Class of 2022 alumnus, who was also in attendance at the conference.

We are proud to see our students taking advantage of opportunities to get involved and grow their professional networks.

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Congratulations Class of 2026!⚖️🎓

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Congratulations to the FIU Law Class of 2026! Today we celebrate your hard work, resilience, and dedication throughout your law school journey. We are proud of all you have accomplished and excited to see the difference you will make in the legal profession and beyond!

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The FIU Law community recently gathered for a Retirement Reception honoring Professor H.T. Smith, Founding Director of FIU Law’s Trial Advocacy Program, as he prepares to retire at the close of Summer 2026.

Professor Smith’s legacy at FIU Law is extraordinary. Through his leadership, mentorship, and passion for trial advocacy, he has had a lasting impact on students, alumni, colleagues, and the many advocates who carry forward the standards he modeled.

His work in the courtroom, in the classroom, and across the Miami-Dade community reflects the very best of FIU Law. He has been a champion for justice, a voice for those too often unheard, and a guiding force for our law school and the broader legal community.

FIU Law is proud to recognize Professor Smith’s extraordinary service to our students, our Trial Advocacy Program, and the broader community, and to celebrate the remarkable legacy he leaves at our law school.

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It was an amazing day celebrating our exceptional graduates at today’s Pre-Commencement ceremony! We can’t wait to see everyone at Commencement on Friday!

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FIU Law alumna Courtney Walter ‘13 has been appointed Chief of Staff at the U.S. Department of Labor under Acting Secretary Keith Sonderling.

Courtney was named valedictorian of FIU Law’s 2013 graduating class and started her career with a federal clerkship in the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Florida. Since then, she has built an impactful career in private practice and public service. Her past work in the Department of Labor includes serving as Senior Counsel in the Office of the Solicitor and Senior Counsel to the Secretary. 

Congratulations, Courtney!