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In his new book, the constitutional law scholar argues that competing rights should be balanced through political compromise.

The new grantmaking and fellowship programs are part of the Law School’s ongoing commitment to anti-racism in the Columbia community and beyond.

Imprisoned after Turkey’s failed coup in 2016, Akkasoglu is dedicating himself to the work of ensuring data privacy is a human right.

In 2020, Columbia Law alumni wrote about presidential conspiracies, Asian American identity, hacking for good, and how to get what you want.

Offered jointly by Columbia Law School’s LL.M. program and the Human Rights Institute, the fellowships are awarded to lawyers committed to battling fundamental injustices around the world.

 A veteran of presidential politics now works to combat climate change through values and ethics.

The Law School’s Jagdish Bhagwati Fellowship, underwritten by the Indian government, supports graduate students specializing in international trade, trade law, public interest, and human rights. 2020–2021 recipient Mishra is devoting his year at Columbia Law to developing his expertise in multilateral trade treaties and international trade dispute settlement.

Students can explore areas such as racial justice and constitutional law, work with leading scholars in international law, and even learn how to establish a legal practice.

Columbia Law alumni are working to diversify the legal industry’s demographics.

Recent students reflect why they chose Columbia Law’s LL.M. Program, what they learned, and the positive impact Columbia Law will have on their futures.