• Commencement 2025: Cultural Celebration

    Debevoise Back Lawn at Vermont Law and Graduate School 164 Chelsea Street, South Royalton, Vermont

    Join us for a Cultural Celebration to honor graduating members of the Asian Pacific American Law Students Association (APALSA), Latin American Law Students Association (LALSA), Black Law Students Association (BLSA), and Native American Law Students Association (NALSA). This event will take place both in person and virtually. To tune into the livestream, please click the […]

  • Commencement 2025: Honorary Degree Lecture

    Oakes Hall, Room 012 164 Chelsea Street, South Royalton, Vermont, United States

    Julia Olson, co-executive director and chief legal counsel for Our Children's Trust, will present, "Children's Climate Rights: Foundation of Democracy." Olson founded Our Children’s Trust in 2010 to empower young people to secure their climate rights, protect their futures, and save our planet. In August 2023, they made history with Held v. State of Montana, the first children’s […]

  • Commencement 2025: Awards Ceremony

    Chase Community Center 164 Chelsea St., South Royalton, VT

    Join us as we recognize a few exceptional students from the Class of 2025 for their outstanding service, stewardship, and leadership. This event will take place both in person and virtually. To tune into the livestream, please click the button below. Learn more about all the Commencement festivities by clicking here.

  • Parenting, Property, and Payments: The Basics of Vermont Family Law

    Virtual

    This educational webinar—hosted by VLGS's Veterans Legal Assistance Project—will provide a practical introduction to key concepts in Vermont family law, focusing on custody and child support. Designed for non-lawyers, this session aims to demystify the legal process and clarify common terms, practices, and procedures. It will include an overview of how family law works in […]

  • Constitution Day 2025: “Landmark Cases in American Constitutional Law”

    Chase Community Center 164 Chelsea St., South Royalton, VT

    In celebration of the day that the United States Constitution was adopted, the Vermont Bar Association (VBA) and Vermont Law and Graduate School (VLGS) will host a panel presentation focused on "Landmark Cases in American Constitutional Law." Panelists include: This event is free and open to the public, and all in-person attendees will receive a […]

  • Vermont Law Review Presents: “Free Speech on Trial: Resisting Censorship in 2025”

    Chase Community Center 164 Chelsea St., South Royalton, VT

    In celebration of its 50th volume, Vermont Law Review proudly presents its annual symposium, "Free Speech on Trial: Resisting Censorship in 2025." This dynamic event will feature four panels examining pressing First Amendment issues—executive power and academic freedom in contemporary governance—the Pico v. Island Trees case and book banning in schools across the United States, a comparative […]

  • Lunch & Learn with JD Admissions Counselors

    Virtual

    The Office of Admissions invites you to join an informal session covering an overview of JD programs, application strategies, timelines, and scholarship opportunities. Please register in advance by clicking the button below. *This event is geared toward prospective JD students.

  • “What We Can Do: A Climate Optimist’s Guide to Sustainable Living” Book Talk

    Vermont Law and Graduate School 164 Chelsea St., South Royalton, VT

    Join us for an engaging book talk with Charlie Sellars, director of sustainability at Microsoft and author of the #1 best-selling climate book, "What We Can Do: A Climate Optimist’s Guide to Sustainable Living." In this empowering and practical guide, Sellars offers a data-driven framework to help readers embrace sustainability in their personal, professional, and political lives. […]

  • Veterans Day Program: Honoring the Brave

    Chase Community Center 164 Chelsea St., South Royalton, VT

    SCHEDULE OF EVENTS: *The livestream will begin at 9:55 a.m. ET. 9 a.m. | Breakfast 9:55 to 10 a.m. | The Star-Spangled Banner Performed by Elizabeth Schmitt JD'27 10 to 10:45 a.m. | Remarks and Readings 10:45 to 11 a.m. | Veterans Resources 11:05 to 11:45 a.m. | Retiring of the Flag Ceremony (In Person […]

  • How to Apply: A Session for Master’s, LLM, and Certificate Applicants

    Virtual

    Join the Graduate Admissions Team for an info session focused on the application process. We’ll cover all the elements of an application, including transcripts, professional resume, essay(s), character and fitness, and letters of recommendation. This session will get you acquainted with the application process and provide insight on how to put together a strong application […]

  • “Presidential Power”: A Lecture by Professor Rodney A. Smolla

    Virtual

    The Office of Admissions invites you to a lecture on presidential power with Rodney A. Smolla, professor and former VLGS president. Professor Smolla is a renowned scholar on matters relating to constitutional law, civil rights, freedom of speech, and mass media. Please register in advance by clicking here. *This event is geared toward prospective JD […]

  • Lunch & Learn with Graduate Admissions Counselors

    Virtual

    The Office of Admissions invites you to join graduate admissions counselors for an overview of our master's, LLM, and certificate programs. You'll also learn about application strategies, timelines, and scholarship opportunities. Please register in advance by clicking here. *This event is geared toward prospective master's, LLM, and certificate students.