Continuing Legal Education

Today more than ever, innovation is at the forefront of solving global challenges such as climate change, disease prevention and treatment, and economic growth. These novel ideas are often the result of collaborations between entrepreneurs in different industries and countries, and their IP rights must be addressed on a global scale. Panelists from across Asia, Europe and North America will discuss the changing landscape and challenges of international IP law and what can be done moving forward to both foster and protect new ideas and technologies.

Christopher Columbus Langdell implemented the case method while he was the Dean of Harvard Law School from 1870 to 1895. Although many additions to the law school curriculum have been made since then—e.g., legal writing courses, legal practice courses, and clinics—the core of legal instruction remains has remained stagnant for more than a century and a quarter.

Join the Human Rights Center and Riesenfeld Rare Books Center

On Tuesday, October 25, 2022, Professor Robert Stein ’61 will present "Some Thoughts About Current Criticisms of the Supreme Court of the United States" at a celebratory event marking his 50 years of teaching at Minnesota Law. Following the lecture, please join us for a reception in Auerbach Commons to congratulate Professor Stein on this milestone and to recognize him for his innumerable contributions to the Law School.

Join the Human Rights Center for a discussion with Faculty Director and UN Special Rapporteur for the promotion and protection of human rights and fundamental freedoms while counter terrorism and