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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…

Dan Filler December 15, 20252

Tax Prof Blog 2.0

The Tax Prof blog founded by Paul Caron is back, as Tax Prof blog 2.0 of sorts, here. The blog will now be maintained by AALS and a team of…

Bridget J. Crawford October 24, 2025No Comments

Lance Gable in as Acting Dean of Wayne State Law

Wayne State University has appointed Lance Gable as the acting dean of its law school. He steps in as Rick Bierschbach moves up to be the university's interim president. Note:…

Dan Filler October 21, 2025No Comments

Patricia Williams and Peggy Cooper Davis Receive AALS Section on Women in Legal Education Lifetime Achievement Award

The AALS Section on Women in Legal Education Section is thrilled to announce that the Executive Committee has selected Professor Patricia Williams and Professor Peggy Cooper Davis as co-recipients of ...

Bridget J. Crawford October 19, 2025No Comments

Richard Bierschbach is Wayne State Interim President

Wayne State University has appointed its law school dean, Rick Bierschbach, as interim president. He replaces former President Kimberly Espy, who stepped down.

Dan Filler October 19, 2025No Comments