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From Risk to Readiness: Law Students and the AI Literacy Gap
October 9, 2026
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“From Risk to Readiness” (Huffman, Pulu, and Abe) argues that…


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Richardson Law welcomes four new faculty members
October 7, 2026
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HONOLULU, Hawaiʻi (Oct. 7, 2026) — The William S. Richardson School…


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Richardson alumnus Julian Aguon ’09 named to 2026 TIME100 Next
October 1, 2026
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Richardson alumnus Julian Aguon ’09 has been named to the…


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Finding International Law Lunch and Learn
September 14, 2026
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Law Library Lunch and Learn: Sept 30th, 2026; 12:00-1:00pm, Library…


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Richardson Law enrolls largest class in school history, again
August 28, 2026
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Richardson Law welcomes a record 161 incoming students, bringing unique…


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Professor Williamson “Bill” Chang Announces Retirement After Five Decades at Richardson Law
July 28, 2026
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After five decades at Richardson Law, Professor Williamson “Bill” Chang…


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Helping others through doorways she opened
June 29, 2026
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Jackie Mahi Erickson ’77 has pledged a gift to name…


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Richardson Law Celebrates Miyoko Pettit-Toledo ’15 and Dina Shek ‘06 for UH honors
May 27, 2026
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Through their teaching, advocacy, and community-centered work, Professor Miyoko Pettit-Toledo…


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Introducing The Docket: A One-Stop Shop for the Legal Academy’s Calls for Papers
May 11, 2026
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Richardson Law has launched The Docket, a free AI-powered platform…



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  • Legal Skills Panel Discussion – HWLSO
    on October 15, 2026 at 12:00 pm
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    on October 15, 2026 at 5:00 pm
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    on October 20, 2026 at 12:00 pm
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    on November 4, 2026 at 12:00 pm
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    on November 4, 2026 at 5:30 pm

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The William S. Richardson School of Law shares updates on scholarship, intersections with national and international issues, and news regarding the Richardson community.

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