Caryl Yzenbaard (1946-2026)

I have profound regret that Caryl Yzenbaard has died. Caryl and I were friends and colleagues at the University of Alabama. She taught property, trusts, and estates. An obituary for…

In Memoriam: William E. Nelson

Although I don't do many memorial notices at the Lounge, I would be remiss if I didn't note the passing of NYU Law Professor William E. Nelson.  Bill was a…

RIP George Christie

I missed the news that my former Duke colleague, George Christie, recently died. From the obituary: George Custis Christie, longtime Duke Law Professor, died on November 4, 2025, at the…