Gift endows first-generation program at USC Gould School of Law
The $3 million gift from alumnus John Molina endows the C. David Molina First Generation Professionals Program, named in honor of John Molina’s father, and a scholarship fund.
USC’s Immigration Clinic eases application process for would-be citizens
Volunteers from the law school give immigrants free professional aid to complete the complicated naturalization form.
First juvenile resentencing client released from prison gets second chance
USC’s Post-Conviction Justice Project wins freedom for a man who spent more than half his life behind bars.
When a person is committed against their will: A legal and mental health labyrinth
USC Gould’s Elyn Saks joins with other top legal minds to discuss involuntary commitment to mental hospitals.
USC law professor launches nation’s first project on child witness testimony
Thomas Lyon will test his techniques in the field for the first time.
USC Gould launches new public interest law certificate
The certificate prepares law students for possible careers in the nonprofit or government sectors.
USC launches new center to help businesses deal with global trade policies
The USC Center for Transnational Law and Business will be led by a former member of Gov. Brown’s administration.
Law students bring legal literacy to local schools
USC Gould students in Street Law program teach lessons on fundamental legal topics at nearby campuses.
Law students lead by example, showing youngsters that higher education is possible
Inspired by a USC Gould alumnus, Trojans serve as mentors for African-Americans at local school.
What do five sets of siblings have in common?
They’re all students at USC Gould, including one set of identical twins.
USC law school’s bar passage rate ranks second in California
It’s a stellar showing for 2015, when only two-thirds of first-time takers made the grade.
‘Mother Mary’ wins freedom via Post-Conviction Project
“I am ecstatic and incredibly grateful to USC law school and the Post-Conviction Justice Project,” said Jones’ daughter, Denitra Jones-Goodie.
Law team negotiates advancement to national finals
Fourteen schools are headed to the finals in April.
USC Gould launches $150 million fundraising initiative
USC President Nikias opened the evening’s festivities by pointing to the law school’s stellar reputation and commitment to legal innovation.
USC justice project client receives resentencing
The first resentencing under the newly enacted California Fair Sentencing for Youth Act was secured for Edel Gonzalez, who was advised by the Post-Conviction Justice Project at USC.
Law with social impact
The recently launched Law, History and Culture undergraduate degree is the result of a collaboration between two USC schools.
USC screening alive with memories of Iraq
Retired Gen. David Petraeus recently spoke at the USC Gould School of Law, where he introduced the screening of a film featuring interviews with Iraq war veterans.
USC professor reflects on the high cost of law
USC Gould School of Law Professor Gillian Hadfield has published new research on improving access to legal services.
USC Gould offers online master’s with business, entertainment focus
The USC Gould School of Law is launching a new online Master of Laws program that will enable foreign attorneys and law graduates to learn about the United States legal system from anywhere in the world.
Pastore awarded for her inspirational teaching
USC Professor Clare Pastore will be honored with the Elizabeth Hurlock Beckman Award at a ceremony in Atlanta.
USC Gould previews Supreme Court’s upcoming term
The U.S. Supreme Court’s forthcoming term was the subject of the USC Gould School of Law’s sixth annual Supreme Court preview.
Conference examines USC Provost Professor’s book on jurists
The University of Chicago hosted a conference highlighting a book cowritten by USC Provost Professor Lee Epstein.
USC Gould recognizes new California Bar president
USC Gould honored Luis Rodriguez, the newly elected president of the State Bar of California, during a special reception on Oct. 2.
USC Gould to host annual Supreme Court Preview
The USC Gould School of Law will present its sixth annual “U.S. Supreme Court: A Preview” Sept. 24 at Town & Gown on the University Park Campus.