A conversation with two deans

Carolina Law magazine sat down with Dean Emeritus Martin Brinkley and Interim Dean Andy Hessick to discuss the past, present, and future of Carolina Law. They share fun facts and first impressions of each other, as well as what the future holds for the law school and how alumni can help.

UNC Law Alumni Association celebrates 2025 award recipients

Carolina Law's annual alumni awards will honor eight exceptional graduates whose careers span groundbreaking judicial firsts, revolutionary legal technology innovations, and barrier-breaking achievements in military justice. Discover which distinguished alumni are being recognized for transforming the legal profession and opening doors for future generations.

Real-world clients, real-world experience 

Three Carolina Law clinics reveal how students gain hands-on courtroom experience while filling critical gaps in North Carolina's legal system, from defending parents in child welfare cases to protecting family land ownership and securing trademarks for entrepreneurs.