Widener University Commonwealth Law School
Recent News About Widener University Commonwealth Law School
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Judicial Independce in focus at Widener Law Commonwealth's 2025 Jurist in Residence Lecture
The critical role of an independent judiciary in upholding democracy took center stage at Widener University Commonwealth Law School’s 2025 jurist in residence lecture. -
Professor Michael Hussey highlights importance of Earned Income Tax Credit in testimony before State House Finance Committee
Professor Michael Hussey, an expert in tax law and former dean of Widener Law Commonwealth, testified before the Pennsylvania House Finance Committee recently, emphasizing the critical role of the Earned Income Tax Credit, known also as EITC, in improving financial stability for working Pennsylvanians. -
Keli Neary: From Widener Law Commonwealth to the Bench - Her Journey and Advice for Future Lawyers
Widener Law Commonwealth alumna Keli Neary ’06 has been confirmed and sworn in as a U.S. district judge for the Middle District of Pennsylvania, fulfilling a dream in her legal career she began charting as a child. -
Widener Law Commonwealth student showcases nonprofit project at University's High-impact Educational Practices Fair
Kiera Flannery, a second-year law student at Widener University Commonwealth Law School, presented her nonprofit project, Golden Age Wellness, at the university’s High-Impact Educational Practices fair, also known as the HIP fair, on Feb. 19. -
Widener Law Commonwealth Alumna Bunmi Emenanjo: From Legal Career Award-Winning Author
Bunmi Emenanjo, a 2005 graduate of Widener Law Commonwealth, has seamlessly navigated between two worlds: law and literature. -
Professor Juliet Moringiello Honored with Prestigious AALS Mentorship Award
Widener University Commonwealth Law School Professor Juliet Moringiello, who also serves as associate dean for academic affairs, has been named the recipient of the 2025 mentorship award by the Association of American Law Schools, known as AALS, section on Commercial and Consumer Law. -
Professor Jill Family named Associate Dean for Faculty Research and Development
Widener University Commonwealth Law is thrilled to announce that Professor Jill E. Family has been appointed as the Associate Dean for Faculty Research and Development.