Loyola University Chicago is facing a series of Title IX lawsuits filed by former students, the most recent of which accused the school of systemically mishandling and underreporting […]
6th Circuit Finds Student Has Title IX Retaliation Case Against University
A divided panel of the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit reinstated a Title IX retaliation lawsuit against the University of Kentucky, finding the district court erroneously held that […]
Suit Claims Northwestern University Has Bias Against White, Male Candidates
A nonprofit organization has filed a lawsuit against Northwestern University and staff this week alleging its law school’s hiring practices discriminate against white, male applicants, and gives preferential […]
Sullivan & Cromwell Details Ramped-Up Vetting of New Hires Amid Wave of University Protests
As pro-Palestinian protests spread across university campuses, Sullivan & Cromwell’s senior chair said Wednesday the firm will be “more vigilant” in screening potential candidates. The firm is now […]
Emory School of Law, Along With Entire University, Moves Graduation Ceremony
In response to protests on campus, Emory University is moving its graduating ceremonies for the entire school, including its School of Law, to a convention center 23 miles […]
Big Law Advises University Clients Amid ‘Huge Influx of Demand’ Over Protests
Big Law higher education practices are being showered with inquiries from university clients and others about campus protests across the country. While law firm partners said they’ve had […]