The South Royalton Legal Clinic’s Veterans Legal Assistance Project, with the generous support of the Thomas M. French Veterans Advocacy Fund, is honored to provide this introductory continuing legal education (CLE) program focused on preparing attorneys and appointed representatives to advocate for veterans. Attorneys and other advocates must be accredited to practice before the VA. […]
Following the United Nations' designation of 2025 as the International Year of Cooperatives, the Food and Agricultural Law Society (FALS) and the Food Law Student Network (FLSN) are proud to showcase the innovation, resilience, and community-driven impact of agricultural cooperatives in Vermont and nationwide. This symposium, Rooted in Law: Shaping the Future of Agricultural Systems, will emphasize […]
The Climate Justice LIVE symposium—presented by the Vermont Journal of Environmental Law (VJEL)—focuses on climate justice and community advocacy through three key panels: Legal Protection for Immigrants and Farmworkers, Indigenous Rights and Climate Justice, and Versatility and Experience. This event will explore the intersection of climate change, vulnerable communities, and legal advocacy. Featuring expert panelists and a […]
Join us in person or virtually as we welcome guest speaker Dr. Aaron N. Taylor, senior vice president and executive director of AccessLex Center for Legal Education Excellence at the AccessLex Institute. Dr. Taylor has spent his career working to ensure broad, inclusive access to the legal profession. Having written extensively about the experiences of […]
Join us to celebrate Thanksgiving with our community! This free dinner is sponsored by the South Royalton/Royalton community, businesses, churches, Vermont Law and Graduate School (VLGS), the Royalton and Area Lions Club, and residents of surrounding towns. If you would like to eat in or have a meal delivered, please contact Courtney Potter at communitythanksgiving@vermontlaw.edu […]
Veterans of any era who served in any capacity are invited to stand before their community and speak for up to ten minutes about what it was like to serve their country. Non-veterans are encouraged to attend and listen. This event is non-political, and all perspectives are valued. There will be no debate on American […]
Schedule of Events: 9 to 9:45 a.m. | Welcome Remarks: Chris Noble, Captain, US Navy (retired), Senator Peter Welch, VLGS President Rod Smolla and Law School Dean Beth McCormack; Readings by Members of the Veteran Law Students Association (Staff Sergeant Shawn R. June JD’27 and Kristina Smith JD’26) 9:45 to 10:15 a.m. | Testimonials from […]
The day will include campus tours, a town hall meeting with community members and local businesses, the presentation of the VLGS Community Champion Award, and a spaghetti dinner. Schedule of Events 3:30 to 4:15 p.m. | Campus Tours 4:30 to 5:45 p.m. | Town Hall Meeting and Presentation of the Inaugural VLGS Community Champion Award […]
Hosted by the Vermont Law Review, this symposium will focus on legal challenges and innovative solutions to protect our most vulnerable population: children. It will be held as a four-part lunch series. The final installment will examine protections under child labor laws, especially for young individuals engaged in social media work. If you’re unable to […]
In recognition of Hispanic Heritage Month, this event will provide the opportunity to celebrate the significant contributions, experiences, and perspectives of Vermont’s Latinx community. At just 2.4% of the state’s population, the Latinx community has helped to shape the cultural, economic, and social landscape of Vermont. Panelists will discuss their journeys to the Green Mountain […]
Hosted by the Vermont Law Review, this symposium will focus on legal challenges and innovative solutions to protect our most vulnerable population: children. It will be held as a four-part lunch series. The third installment will focus on advocating for the rights and wellbeing of LGBTQ+ youth within the legal system. If you’re unable to […]
Hosted by the Vermont Law Review, this symposium will focus on legal challenges and innovative solutions to protect our most vulnerable population: children. It will be held as a four-part lunch series. The second installment will discuss artificial intelligence (AI) and the evolving legal and ethical frameworks addressing AI-generated child abuse material. If you’re unable […]
