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Welcome to Howard University School of Law

A Message From The Dean

It is my distinct honor and privilege to welcome you to Howard University School of Law. We are a community of dedicated faculty, staff, students, alumni, and partners committed to unparalleled excellence in legal education, impactful scholarship and thought leadership, and social justice. Our rich history and tradition of producing leaders in law and public service inspire our ongoing efforts to champion racial equity and justice. I invite you to explore our vibrant community and learn more about the dynamic programs and opportunities that make Howard Law a special place to study law.

In Truth and Service,

Roger A. Fairfax Jr.
Dean and Professor of Law
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Kristen Clarke has joined the Howard University School of Law community

Dean Roger A. Fairfax, Jr. is thrilled to announce that Kristen Clarke, former Assistant Attorney General for Civil Rights of the U.S. Department of Justice, has joined the Howard University School of Law community for the Spring 2025 semester.  She will conduct research and engage with the Howard Law community on racial justice and civil rights, particularly around intersections with technologies such as artificial intelligence. 
  

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News & Events

Solicitor General Elizabeth Prelogar

U.S. Solicitor General Elizabeth Prelogar

On Tuesday, January 14, 2025, U.S. Solicitor General Prelogar joined students in the Hon. Damon J. Keith Moot Court Room for an insightful discussion. She shared her experience advocating on behalf of the United States before the Supreme Court, offering a unique and informative look into the intricacies of her role. The event was both engaging and educational, providing attendees with a deeper understanding of the Solicitor General’s impactful work.

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HUSL Students Earn Prestigious Skadden Fellowship, Phillips Fellowship 

Tiffany Jackson, and Simeon Spencer were named 2025 Skadden Fellows.
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Prof. Hansford and Thurgood Marshall Center Students successfully advocate for the pardon of Marcus Garvey

Professor Justin Hansford responds to the posthumous pardon of Marcus Mosiah Garvey by President Joseph R. Biden.
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HUSL Leads the Way - Danielle Conway '92 becomes AALS President Elect

HUSL Alumna Danielle Conway, Dean of Penn State Dickinson Law, was named the 2025 president-elect of the Association of American of Law Schools (AALS). Recognized for her leadership in legal education and advocacy for marginalized groups, Conway will continue to champion inclusivity at AALS.
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Washington Bar Association awards 2L Alexis Jackson with George E.C. Hayes Scholarship

At the Washington Bar Association Centennial Kickoff Celebration, Dean Fairfax gave remarks and presented the George E.C. Hayes Scholarship to second-year HUSL student, Alexis Jackson. The scholarship recognizes students who excel academically, demonstrate leadership, and are committed to public service. Several alumni were in attendance as well as Charles Hamilton Houston, III and other members of Houston family.
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Supreme Court Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson Discusses Life and the Law at Howard Law School

The anticipation and excitement at Howard University School of Law were palpable as U.S. Supreme Court Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson sat down for a fireside chat with Dean Fairfax.
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PROGRAMS

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Virtual Tour

Join us on this virtual tour and learn about what makes Howard University of Law unique.

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Lecture Series Speakers, and Symposia

Howard University School of Law hosts a series of lectures each year which honor the name and legacy of a past deans Charles Hamilton Houston, James M. Nabrit Jr., C. Clyde Ferguson Jr., and Wiley A. Branton. Each of these deans served the law school during a critical era in history and all left a significant impression not only on the Howard University community but on the legal profession worldwide. The students, faculty, administration, and staff of the law school work together each year to find topics relevant to the current legal climate, particularly in areas of social justice, civil rights, human rights, and voting rights.

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