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As prosecutors or defense attorneys in civil and criminal cases, or as independent counsel examining internal workplace matters, alumni are specializing in one of the legal field’s hottest and most fascinating practice areas: investigations.

Ellen V. Futter ’74 and Brad Smith ’84 are honored by Dean Gillian Lester as “empathic, smart, sensitive leaders” working to advance the public good.

Columbia Law School alumni who graduated 50 or more years ago gathered in person once again on October 6.

As the first chief diversity officer for the nearly 140-year-old Metropolitan Opera, Sells will use her experience at institutions from the NBA to Harvard to foster inclusion.

Columbia Law School alumni from around the globe returned to Morningside Heights for parties, CLE panel discussions, and a conversation with Dean Gillian Lester.

After two years of virtual ceremonies, Law School alumni donned their tams for a special in-person celebration of their graduations. 

To help celebrate this year’s graduates, alumni share advice and encouragement.

Kamilah Moore ’19 is chair of California’s Task Force to Study and Develop Reparation Proposals for African Americans.

The Columbia Black Law Students Association honored alumni Leonard Baynes ’82 and Judge Richard Franklin Boulware II ’02 at an online gala and also hosted a virtual conference.

Jeff Greenberg ’11 is an assistant general manager of the Chicago Cubs.