Story Archive

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

Jin Hee Lee ’00 is the senior deputy director of litigation and director of strategic initiatives for the NAACP Legal Defense and Educational Fund (LDF) in New York City.

The opportunity to represent clients in a courtroom and the chance to ensure equal representation inspired Kumi to pursue the law.

Columbia Law staff members gathered to recognize individuals who have reached 10- and 25-year milestones of service along with those who have received the STAR Award over the past year.

Chanler Langham ’04 is a Houston-based trial lawyer handling complex commercial litigation. He is a partner at the litigation boutique firm Susman Godfrey.

Since 1964, Columbia Law School’s most prestigious award, the Medal for Excellence, has been presented at the annual Winter Luncheon to alumni and past or present faculty members who exemplify the qualities of character, intellect, and social and professional responsibility that the Law School seeks to instill in its students.​

In his new book, Mine! How the Hidden Rules of Ownership Control Our Lives, Professor Heller explores the laws and norms that govern everything from disputes with neighbors to climate change mitigation. 

Fun, Games, and Community From Columbia Law School

As a future public defender, the former New York National Guard member hopes to use her legal education to fight for systemic change.

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