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The Court of Appeals announced that it has canceled the September 9-10, 2020 administration of the New York bar exam, citing concerns about health and safety in reaching its decision.

U.S. government rescinds order requiring international students to attend on-campus or hybrid classes in Fall 2020. 

Dean Lester provides an update on the Law School's efforts to advance a school-wide anti-racist mobilization and redouble our commitment to social and racial justice.

Dean Lester provides an update to the community regarding the Law School’s planning process for Fall 2020 and answers a number of key questions.

A message from Gillian Lester, Dean and the Lucy G. Moses Professor of Law regarding the upcoming academic year.

The Columbia Law School community has fought for civil rights and championed racial justice for decades.

A message from Gillian Lester, Dean and the Lucy G. Moses Professor of Law.

J.D., LL.M., J.S.D., and Executive LL.M. students celebrate graduation, with Joseph R. Biden Jr., the 47th vice president of the United States, delivering the keynote address during the online graduation ceremony on May 20, 2020.

Renowned public law scholar and faculty co-director of the Law School’s Center for Constitutional Governance recognized for her exceptional commitment to helping tenure-track and mid-career faculty progress as scholars and teachers.

Important information about the academic calendar for AY 2020-2021, plans for instruction, and health and safety measures.