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UVA Law

University of Virginia School of Law 465 Episodes Jul 21, 2026

UVA Law is a podcast from the University of Virginia School of Law, the second-oldest continuously operating law school in the United States. The podcast covers legal topics, featuring discussions with faculty, students, and alumni. It aims to provide insights into the law school's community and its commitment to leadership and public service. Episodes may include lectures, interviews, and event recordings.

Episodes

Health Law at UVA
Health Law at UVA Jul 21, 2026 00:26:08 Professor Margaret Foster Riley talks to admitted students about the Health Law Program at UVA. (University of Virginia School of Law, March 13, 2026)
The Untold Story of Cambodia’s ‘Dirty Debts’
The Untold Story of Cambodia’s ‘Dirty Debts’ May 27, 2026 00:22:13 Professor Mitu Gulati discusses a 1970s-era unpaid debt Cambodia owes the United States and why there is no mechanism to forgive it. Gulati spoke at the Law School Foundation’s Alumni Board and Council luncheon. (University of Virginia School of Law, May 8, 2026)
Scholars Discuss Prakash’s ‘Presidential Pardons’
Scholars Discuss Prakash’s ‘Presidential Pardons’ Apr 2, 2026 00:59:58 UVA Law professor John C. Harrison, former U.S. Pardon Attorney Margaret Love and Yale Law School professor Kate Stith-Cabranes discuss UVA Law professor Saikrishna Prakash’s new book, “The Presidential Pardon: The Short Clause with a Long, Troubled History.” Professor Micah Schwartzman ’05 moderated the panel and Dean Leslie Kendrick ’06 introduced the event, which was sponsored by the Karsh Cent
How To Become a Law Professor
How To Become a Law Professor Feb 27, 2026 00:51:43 Professors Alice Abrokwa, Charles Barzun ’05 and Richard Schragger talk to students about their academic career paths and the steps needed to become a law school professor. All three serve on UVA Law’s Academic Placement Committee. (University of Virginia School of Law, Feb. 18, 2026)
The Gendered History of Defamation Law
The Gendered History of Defamation Law Feb 17, 2026 00:43:19 Jessica Lake, a senior lecturer at Melbourne Law School in Australia, discussed her latest book, “Special Damage: The Slander of Women and the Gendered History of Defamation Law.” Professor Danielle Citron, co-director of the LawTech Center, introduced Lake at the event. (University of Virginia School of Law, Feb. 10, 2026)
“What Martin Luther King Jr. Teaches Us About Leadership” and the 2026 Swanson Award Presentation
“What Martin Luther King Jr. Teaches Us About Leadership” and the 2026 Swanson Award Presentation Jan 27, 2026 00:44:35 Former UVA Rector George Keith Martin (College ’75), counsel at McGuireWoods, speaks about Martin Luther King Jr.’s leadership as part of UVA’s Community MLK Celebration. At the event, Dean Leslie Kendrick '06 presented the Gregory H. Swanson Award to Amelia Isaacs ’26. Professor Kimberly Jenkins Robinson introduced Kendrick and Martin. (University of Virginia School of Law, Jan. 21, 2026)
Scholars Discuss Book on Justice Robert H. Jackson
Scholars Discuss Book on Justice Robert H. Jackson Oct 14, 2025 01:26:02 Professors Ross E. Davies of George Mason University, Lucas A. Powe Jr. of the University of Texas and Sarah A. Seo of New York University discuss UVA Law professor G. Edward White’s new book, “Robert H. Jackson: A Life in Judgment.” Professor Risa Goluboff moderated the panel and Dean Leslie Kendrick ’06 introduced the event, which was sponsored by the Law School and co-sponsored by the Legal His
Cold-Calling in Law School: Lucy v. Zehmer
Cold-Calling in Law School: Lucy v. Zehmer Sep 17, 2025 00:32:45 Professor George Geis leads a mock class and demonstrates how cold-calling works with help from UVA Law students during orientation. The class covers the intricacies of contract law as shown by the Supreme Court of Virginia case Lucy v. Zehmer. (University of Virginia School of Law, Aug. 15, 2025)
Remembering Women’s Struggle for Equality
Remembering Women’s Struggle for Equality Sep 15, 2025 00:33:29 University of Minnesota law professor Jill Hasday discusses her award-winning book “We the Men: How Forgetting Women’s Struggles for Equality Perpetuates Inequality.” Professor Danielle Citron, co-director of the LawTech Center, introduced Hasday at the event. (University of Virginia School of Law, Sept. 8, 2025)
Inside ‘The Double Black Box’
Inside ‘The Double Black Box’ Sep 10, 2025 01:08:10 Professors Asaf Lubin of Indiana University, Martin S. Lederman of Georgetown University and Alan Rozenshtein of the University of Minnesota discuss Vice Dean Ashley Deeks’ new book, “The Double Black Box: National Security, Artificial Intelligence, and the Struggle for Democratic Accountability.” Professor Danielle Citron moderated the panel and Dean Leslie Kendrick ’06 introduced the event, whic
Preparing for Class at Law School
Preparing for Class at Law School Sep 4, 2025 00:41:02 Professor Sarah Stewart Ware talks to students about preparing for law school classes and building skills for lawyering. She spoke as part of the Class of 2028 orientation. (University of Virginia School of Law, Aug. 15, 2025)
Immigrant Services Attorney Speaks at Public Service Kickoff
Immigrant Services Attorney Speaks at Public Service Kickoff Aug 26, 2025 00:15:51 At the Public Service Kickoff, Paula Fitzgerald ’04, executive director of Ayuda, discusses her work helping immigrants and explains the benefits of public service lawyering. Professor Annie Kim ’99, director of the Program in Law and Public Service, offers introductory remarks.

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