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Deane School of Law at Hofstra University prepares passionate students to have an impact in the legal community and beyond. Located on the 240-acre campus of Hofstra University in Hempstead, New York, Hofstra Law is 20 miles outside New York City in suburban Long Island. Few, if any, law schools can match the combination of our green campus and easy access to New York City, the hub of the nation's

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Congratulations to Professor Ronald J. Colombo, selected by this year’s graduating Hofstra Law class as the 2026 Teacher...
05/28/2026

Congratulations to Professor Ronald J. Colombo, selected by this year’s graduating Hofstra Law class as the 2026 Teacher of the Year.

“Balancing rigor with genuine care for his students, Professor Colombo sets a high standard in the classroom. His accessibility, mentorship, and investment in student success make him an extraordinary teacher, advisor, and colleague.” — Dean Jenny Roberts

Read the full story: https://lawnews.hofstra.edu/2026/05/20/ronald-j-colombo-teacher-of-the-year-2026/

Look how far you’ve come, Class of ‘26 🎓 today is your day! You took an oath 3 years ago, and today you’ll earn your doc...
05/18/2026

Look how far you’ve come, Class of ‘26 🎓 today is your day! You took an oath 3 years ago, and today you’ll earn your doctoral stripes.

What an amazing way to wrap up one's law school journey. Congratulations to third-year Hofstra Law student Ryan Stoehrer...
05/16/2026

What an amazing way to wrap up one's law school journey. Congratulations to third-year Hofstra Law student Ryan Stoehrer, who was named Academic All-American Trial Advocate honors from the National Association of Legal Advocacy Educators. 🏆 ⚖️ 🎓

Read the full story on the Hofstra LawNews website: https://lnkd.in/eQ9GDcf3

🎓 Meet Niaz Najafi, a member of Hofstra Law’s Class of 2026.Niaz found her passion for litigation through Moot Court, wh...
05/15/2026

🎓 Meet Niaz Najafi, a member of Hofstra Law’s Class of 2026.

Niaz found her passion for litigation through Moot Court, where she later served as Director of Competitions and an interscholastic competitor. She was also deeply involved in the Youth Advocacy Clinic, the Family Court Review, and student organizations across campus.

After graduation, Niaz will join Harris, Keenan & Goldfarb as a Personal Injury Attorney.

“With Moot Court, what started as trying something new became the experience that shaped my path in law school.”

We’re proud to celebrate Niaz and all she’s accomplished—congratulations! 👏

Visit our website to see more student profiles and stories: https://law.hofstra.edu/commencement/

🎓 Justin Knight is one of our Hofstra Law Pro Bono Scholar December graduates!Justin built a well-rounded law school exp...
05/14/2026

🎓 Justin Knight is one of our Hofstra Law Pro Bono Scholar December graduates!

Justin built a well-rounded law school experience through the Hofstra Defender Clinic, leadership in the Dispute Resolution Society, and his work as an Associate Editor of the ACTEC Law Journal.

After graduation, he will join Blank Rome LLP as a Litigation Associate.
His advice for incoming students?

“Discomfort isn’t a setback—it’s how you discover your true strengths.”

We’re proud to celebrate Justin and all he’s accomplished—congratulations! 👏

Visit our website to see more student profiles and stories: https://law.hofstra.edu/commencement/

🎓 Meet Caitlin McDonough, one of our Hofstra Law 2026 graduates!Caitlin gained hands-on experience through the Prosecuti...
05/13/2026

🎓 Meet Caitlin McDonough, one of our Hofstra Law 2026 graduates!

Caitlin gained hands-on experience through the Prosecution Practicum, where she handled her own cases and developed a strong foundation in advocacy. She was also active in HTAA, Moot Court, and the Hofstra Law Review.

“The Practicum taught me that prosecutorial discretion carries not only legal significance but also moral weight.”

After graduation, Caitlin will join the Manhattan District Attorney's Office as an Assistant District Attorney.

Continue to make us proud, Caitlin! 👏

Visit our website to see more student profiles and stories: https://law.hofstra.edu/commencement/

🎓 Meet Howard Svensson, Class of ‘26!Howard built an impressive record as an Articles Editor on Hofstra Law Review, a Mo...
05/12/2026

🎓 Meet Howard Svensson, Class of ‘26!

Howard built an impressive record as an Articles Editor on Hofstra Law Review, a Moot Court Board Senior Staff Member, and a Business Law Honors Fellow.

This fall, he will serve as a Term Law Clerk to Judge Louis A. Scarcella of the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the Eastern District of New York.

“Hofstra Law has prepared me for my future by offering the opportunity to explore many different areas of the law, allowing me to discover what I am passionate about.”

Congratulations on your accomplishments, Howard! We can’t wait to see you continue to succeed! 👏

Visit our website to see more student profiles and stories: https://law.hofstra.edu/commencement/

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