News Archives

We have reason to celebrate
August 9, 2017 8:53 am
For 70 years, the University of Tennessee College of Law Legal Clinic has helped law students develop lawyering skills while advancing the cause of justice by serving thousands of indigent clients unable to afford legal representation. Join us as we celebrate our 70th Anniversary with a series of events taking place throughout the fall semester.

New York Times offers praise for UT Law Professor’s book
August 1, 2017 8:39 am
UT Law Professor Benjamin Barton’s book “Rebooting Justice: More Technology, Fewer Lawyers and The Future of Law” has earned high praise in a New York Times book review. In the book Barton co-authored with Stephanos Bibas, the two argue that the legal system is too complex and legal advice is too expensive.

Law student wins big with Nashville Predators
July 17, 2017 10:34 am
A University of Tennessee College of Law student had no way of knowing what was in store for the Nashville Predators hockey team when she applied for an internship with the organization’s legal department.

UT Law weighs in on Donald Trump Jr. emails
July 12, 2017 9:27 am
In a moment when all eyes are on the continuing story of Donald Trump, Jr.’s emails and possible collusion with Russian officials to rig the 2016 U.S. presidential election, UT International Law Professor Robert Blitt has provided insight about American and Russian relations.

UT Law graduate Mark L. Hayes elected Tennessee Bar Foundation Chair
July 3, 2017 10:08 am
University of Tennessee College of Law graduate Mark L. Hayes was recently installed as the 36th chair of the Tennessee Bar Foundation at its annual membership meeting in Kingsport. Hayes, ’82, was elected to the Board of Trustees in 2014 as a West Tennessee Trustee.

Faculty Notes: June 2017
June 19, 2017 1:49 pm
Faculty Forum is a monthly feature written by Teri Baxter highlighting the achievements of faculty at UT Law including publications in academia and the media, speaking engagements, interviews, awards, and other accomplishments.

Law dean selected for Leadership Tennessee
June 14, 2017 8:38 am
University of Tennessee College of Law Dean Melanie Wilson has earned a place among five Knoxville residents to participate in the 2017-18 class of Leadership Tennessee. The program provides networking opportunities for leaders of business, nonprofit, education and government entities throughout the state.