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On Wednesday, May 6, the North Carolina Court of Appeals ruled in favor of Wake Forest Law`s Appellate Advocacy Clinic in the case of Greenhaus v. Goldstein. In Greenhaus, the clinic represents a husband and wife who have been cyberstalked by an ex-boyfriend of the wife`s. After they obtained a temporary restraining order against the defendant, who lives out of state, he moved to dismiss for lack of personal jurisdiction and then appealed when the trial court denied his motion. A team of 3Ls—Kaitlyn Snyder, Alex Gracia, and Mariah Webb—researched and wrote a brief contending that the plaintiffs had established personal jurisdiction.
The court heard oral argument on Monday, February 16, at Campbell Law School in Raleigh, with Judge Donna Stroud, Judge John Tyson, and Judge Chris Freeman on the panel. Kaitlyn argued for the plaintiffs and did an outstanding job. Rooting her on were Alex, Mariah, Professor John Korzen, both clients, 3L Allison Yates, and Kaitlyn`s mother.
In a 2-1 published opinion by Judge Tyson and joined by Judge Stroud, the Court of Appeals agreed with the clinic on all four issues raised by the defendant. Congratulations to Kaitlyn, Alex, and Mariah!
On Tuesday, April 7, Wake Forest Law welcomed its newest Ambassadors, who will represent the Law School and support admissions, events, and community engagement throughout the next academic year.
The Ambassador Induction Ceremony included remarks from Ian Kirner (2L). Recognition of graduating ambassadors was made by Assistant Dean Branden Nicholson and Brianna High (2L). The induction and pinning of new ambassadors was made by Dr. Veronica Bjorkman and Stella Fields (3L). A keynote address was delivered by Dean Andy Klein, and closing remarks were given by Carson Sanford (3L).
Thank you to our graduating ambassadors for their leadership and service, and congratulations to our incoming ambassadors!
May is Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month, a time to celebrate the cultures, histories, and contributions that shape our communities.
Throughout the month, we’ll be sharing stories and highlights in recognition of AAPI Heritage Month.
May is Mental Health Awareness Month. As we move through the final stretch of the semester, it’s a good time to slow down, check in, and take care of yourself.
Throughout the month, we’ll be sharing tips, resources, and reminders to support your well-being, both now and in the future.
On Tuesday, April 28, students gathered in the Commons to pot plants and enjoy Arnold Palmers—one of the many stress-relief events happening throughout Wake Forest Law Finals Week.
Pictured from left to right: Sami Vincent (3L), Jonah Auslander (3L), and Caroline McLellan (1L)
In this episode of “5 Things You Need to Know,” Dr. Alyse Bertenthal, an expert in criminal law and criminal procedure, breaks down searches and seizures by answering:
1. What does the Fourth Amendment require?
2. How is the Fourth Amendment playing out in the current national landscape?
3. Is there precedent for how searches and seizures are currently being conducted?
4. What are some of the potential outcomes of the erosion of the Fourth Amendment?
5. What can people do to protect themselves and their rights given the erosion of the Fourth Amendment protections?
Watch now to hear her insights on this important constitutional topic.
On Friday, April 17, the Wake Forest Law community gathered at Worrell Professional Center to celebrate four outstanding faculty members retiring at the end of the academic year.
Honored during the morning reception were Timothy Davis, Bess and Walter Williams Professor of Law, Mark Hall, Fred D. and Elizabeth L. Turnage Professor of Law and Director of the Health Law and Policy Program, Margaret Taylor, Professor of Law and Associate Dean for Academic Affairs, and Dick Schneider, Professor of Law.
Andy Klein, dean of Wake Forest Law, shared brief remarks in honor of their remarkable service and lasting impact on the Law School community. @mhtaylornc @4markhall
On Thursday, April 16, the 56th Annual George K. Walker Moot Court Competition took place at Wake Forest Law. Final arguments were presented by Daughtry Williams (1L), representing the plaintiff, and Haley Huett (1L), representing the defendant. The final panel of judges included the Honorable Michael L. Robinson, the Honorable Kristin Kelly Broyles, and Peyton I. Mitchell (JD `25).
Congratulations to this year’s award recipients:
– Champion: Daughtry Williams
– Finalist: Haley Huett
– Best Brief: Max Feldman (1L)
– Runner-up Best Brief: Elise Kim (1L)
– Best Oralist: Daughtry Williams
– Runner-up Best Oralist: Emma Whitaker (1L)
A special thank you to all moot court competitors and judges for an incredible competition.
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