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In Memoriam

On the cover: American Indian Law Clinic students and faculty. From left: Hannah Ahders '25, Robert Draper '26, Elodie Dodge '26, Celene Olguin '25, Clinical Professor and Director of the American Indian Law Clinic Christina Stanton '15, Jessica Garcia '26, Malorie Stick '26, and Grant Lammers '25.

Features

Clinical Professor Christina Stanton '15 (second from right) with American Indian Law Clinic students Robert Draper '26, Malorie Stick '26, and Elodie Dodge '26.

The Power of Service: Empowering Communities in Colorado and Beyond

As our nation navigates a rapidly changing legal landscape and highly consequential presidential election this fall, the Clinical Education Program at Colorado Law works tirelessly to provide knowledge and resources for students, voters, and community organizations to make steps toward a positive future.

Chris Reynolds works with an unhoused client

“You Can't Punish People Out of Being Unhoused”: Chris Reynolds ’10 Pioneers Unique Approach to Supporting Boulder’s Unhoused Community

As deputy city attorney for the city of Boulder, Chris Reynolds '10 has played an integral role in establishing Boulder’s Community Court, which uses an individual and trauma-informed approach to resolve court cases instead of cycling people between the streets and jail.

Alex Hamilton '21 backcountry skiing in the Pecos Wilderness, New Mexico.

Wyss Scholars Program Helps Alumni Pursue Careers In Public Lands Law

A legal career in land conservation may often feel unattainable for recent law school graduates. The pressure to pay off student loan debt, coupled with the often-lower paying salaries in public interest jobs, could prompt them to look elsewhere. The Wyss Scholars Program, funded by the Wyss Foundation, is changing that.

Joshua Widoff '95 teaching Real Estate Transactions.

Amazing Adjuncts

Every year, around 45 adjunct faculty teach a wide range of upper-level courses. With a mix of theoretical and practice-minded perspectives, adjuncts are an essential part of the Colorado Law community.

In Brief

class of 2027

Welcome to the Class of 2027!

On August 19, Colorado Law welcomed incoming JD, MSL, and LLM students for orientation, aimed at making the transition to law school a smooth one and providing opportunities for new students to form connections with their classmates.

students at commencement

Celebrating the Class of 2024

On Friday, May 10, 191 graduates from all around the world gathered with faculty, family, and dear friends for the 129th commencement ceremony honoring the Colorado Law class of 2024.

new faculty

Five New Faculty Join Colorado Law

Meet Jonathon Booth, Laura Dolbow, Vanessa Racehorse, Samantha Funk, and Cara Shaffer.

Faculty Focus

Colene Robinson

Shaping the Future: Ethical Representation and Deep Community Ties

Professor Colene Robinson—with her innovative approach to legal education and her dedication to public service—has been a transformative force at the University of Colorado Law School and in the greater community.

Advancement

From left: Colorado Law's Jeremy Jones, Laurie Rust '06, Dean Lolita Buckner Inniss, Lisa Neal-Graves '06, Rita Sanzgiri '06, and Hon. Claudia Jordan '80

Representation Matters: Alumni Spearhead Fund in Honor of Dean Inniss

Lisa Neal-Graves '06, a dedicated and engaged Colorado Law alumna, never envisioned herself as a fundraiser. However, after meeting Dean Lolita Buckner Inniss during her interview with the Law Alumni Board and witnessing the transformative impact of her work, Neal-Graves discovered a newfound passion for supporting the school in a meaningful way.

Alumni

Amy Parsons

The Path from Law Buff to CSU President: Amy Parsons '99

In February 2023, Amy (Monger) Parsons '99 became the 16th president of Colorado State University. Her career began as a commercial litigation attorney for Brownstein Hyatt Farber (now Brownstein Hyatt Farber Schreck) before serving in senior executive leadership roles at CSU for 17 years.

Andrew Garnett

A Family Tradition: One Alum’s Journey with Colorado Law and Beyond

Commercial litigation attorney Andrew Garnett '12 has been surrounded by the legal world—and the University of Colorado Law School—his whole life. Garnett grew up in the Boulder community and was given a window into the legal world by his father, fellow Law Buff Stan Garnett '82.

Tim Galluzzi

Letter from the Law Alumni Board Chair: Tim Galluzzi '14

The communities we belong to are a defining feature of our lives. When we graduated from Colorado Law, we joined a community that has enormous meaning for all of us. Even if you’re not a particularly active alumnus, earning your Colorado Law degree was an important experience in your life that binds you to a community you can be proud of.

Chris Laughlin

Last Word: Chris Laughlin '16

Chris Laughlin '16 serves as Deputy Division Chief, Competition Policy Division at the Federal Communications Commission.

betsy levin

In Memoriam: Honoring Dean Betsy Levin

It is with a profound sense of loss and respect that we share news of the passing of Betsy Levin, a trailblazer and cherished member of the University of Colorado Law School community. Dean Levin passed away on July 4, 2024, at the age of 88. She leaves behind a legacy of dedication and a deep commitment to justice and education.

David Hill

In Memoriam: David Hill

Colorado Law mourns the death of David Hill, professor of law emeritus, who died on June 30, 2024, in Lincoln, Nebraska, at the age of 84.