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As a law student, Brazer has focused on capital defense and death penalty abolition—fields in which he hopes to specialize after graduation.

Hear from 1Ls about why they came to Columbia Law, what they hope to accomplish, and how they spend their time outside of the classroom.

The Academic Scholars Program identifies and provides academic and financial support for admitted and current J.D. candidates with strong potential and the ambition to become law professors.

Students talk about how Columbia Law School’s Executive LL.M.program is enhancing their careers overseas.

McKissick served as the 2021–2022 OutLaws president and was the recipient of the 2021 Manne Prize at the 8th Annual Stanley M. Grossman Innovators Invitational at the Center for Urban Business Entrepreneurship.

Members of the J.D. Class of 2025 and the LL.M. Class of 2023 took a first look at their professors, campus, and each other during the opening days of law school.

Members of this year’s class will focus on issues including immigration law, housing justice, and health care reform.

Established in 2015, the need-based scholarship is awarded annually to a Columbia Law School LL.M. student, with priority consideration given to students who are from Africa, Latin America, Asia, and Eastern Europe and demonstrate academic success and promise.

Owoka is leveraging her international experience and Columbia Law training in pursuit of a career in international corporate law in the United States.

Columbia Law School graduates have received prestigious fellowships that support positions in public interest and public service organizations.