The William S. Richardson School of Law proudly welcomes the entering class of 2025, a dynamic cohort of 155 students from across Hawaiʻi, the continental United States, and around the world. This year’s group includes 87 full-time JD students, 53 part-time online JD students, 4 Advanced JD … [Read more...] about Richardson Law welcomes largest class in school’s history
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Admitted Student Weekend 2025 Welcomes Future Advocates to Richardson Law with Connection, Community, and Insight
The William S. Richardson School of Law opened its doors to a vibrant group of admitted students on April 4–5 for its 2025 Admitted Student Weekend—a two-day experience designed to immerse future law students in the culture, values, and people that make Richardson Law truly one-of-a-kind. With … [Read more...] about Admitted Student Weekend 2025 Welcomes Future Advocates to Richardson Law with Connection, Community, and Insight
Innovator in residence expands access to popular “Coding for Lawyers” class
Innovator in Residence Matthew Stubenberg at the William S. Richardson School of Law is once again offering his highly requested class, “Coding for Lawyers”, during the Spring 2025 semester. In addition, the course is now also being offered to students in the online JD program. This innovative … [Read more...] about Innovator in residence expands access to popular “Coding for Lawyers” class
Richardson named amongst “Best Law Schools for 2024” by The Princeton Review
William S. Richardson School of Law at the University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa has been named as one of the “Best Law Schools for 2024” by The Princeton Review. The rankings were published on July 16, with Richardson appearing in three other categories. Richardson was ranked No. 4 for Most Chosen By … [Read more...] about Richardson named amongst “Best Law Schools for 2024” by The Princeton Review
Richardson alumni play key role in reaching a historic settlement for youth-led constitutional climate case against Hawaiʻi Department of Transportation
Alumni from the William S. Richardson School of Law at the University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa played a key role in securing an historic settlement in the Navahine v. Hawaiʻi Department of Transportation case, announced by Governor Josh Green on June 20, 2024. This groundbreaking resolution, led by youth … [Read more...] about Richardson alumni play key role in reaching a historic settlement for youth-led constitutional climate case against Hawaiʻi Department of Transportation