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.

Early pro bono involvement leads to lasting commitment  

Carolina Law alumni James Jolley '14 and Jennifer Hall '09 discovered their passion for pro bono work as students and now lead service efforts at their firms, including organizing trips to help Hurricane Helene-affected businesses while inspiring 90% of current graduates to participate in the program.

Carolina Law’s Festival brings generations together 

The Festival of Legal Learning drew its largest crowd yet as over 100 alumni returned for what one graduate calls an "off-season homecoming," but with growing popularity and limited capacity, spots for the 2026 festival are expected to fill quickly. Discover what made this February gathering so special and why early registration is strongly encouraged.

Class Notes

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New book looks at agencies’ use of automation

Government chatbots are quietly reshaping how Americans understand their legal obligations, from tax returns to student loans, but they're making complex laws seem simpler than they actually are. UNC School of Law William D. Spry III Distinguished Professor Leigh Osofsky's new book reveals the hidden risks of relying on automation to explain the law.

Carolina Law stars shine at annual faculty awards

Four Carolina Law faculty members earned top honors for their excellence in teaching, scholarship, and service at the annual faculty awards ceremony. Meet the professors recognized for outstanding contributions ranging from innovative classroom instruction to groundbreaking legal research and impactful community service.

The AI question every attorney is asking

Award-winning UNC School of Law professor Alexa Chew reveals why panicked attorneys asking "What about AI?" are missing the point about legal writing's future. Discover her professional secret for preparing lawyers to work with AI tools that starts with mastering the fundamentals of delegation and legal communication.