Story Archive

Members of Columbia Law School’s Class of 2023, including J.D., LL.M., E.LL.M., and J.S.D. students, savor their achievement with encouragement from U.S. Attorney Damian Williams.  

A practicing lawyer in Nigeria, Ikeakanam spent his LL.M. year immersed in U.S. corporate law and taking advantage of experiential learning opportunities to put theory into practice.

The expert on civil procedure, legislation, and anti-discrimination law is recognized for her extraordinary and creative voluntary service that significantly contributes to the university’s diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts.

Six members of the graduating class reflect on their time at Columbia Law, what they hope their classmates will achieve, and their optimism for what’s next. 

Belkale shares the importance of mentorship and how a career in public interest offers unique opportunities. 

Opportunities to learn from renowned lawyers and practitioners in the classroom and in the real world have given Aamir confidence as he embarks on his legal career. 

A highly engaged member of Columbia Law student organizations and journals, Martinez shares how the Law School community and her projects with faculty helped her define her role as a lawyer.

From having his first child to organizing an Interfaith Dinner at the Law School to running the New York City Marathon, Toronto looks back at the moments that enlivened his Law School experience.

A former investment banker, Katz shares how discovering antitrust helped her find “a path for a more meaningful career” that still incorporated her interest in business and markets.

Students praise Funk for his enthusiasm, intellect, and compassion. He will receive the honor, which is awarded annually by the Columbia Law graduating class, and speak at graduation on May 15.