Moritz College of Law Latest News

Justice Scalia To Deliver Keynote Address at Moritz Nov. 17

Thu, 05 Nov 2009 15:43:34 -0500

On Tuesday, Nov. 17, U.S. Supreme Court Justice Antonin Scalia will deliver a keynote address at The Ohio State University Moritz College of Law. Scalia’s speech will culminate a daylong symposium entitled “Originalism and the Jury,” organized by the Ohio State Law Journal and cosponsored by the Moritz College of Law and the University of Illinois College of Law.

Register Today for Nov. 12 Admissions Open House

Tue, 03 Nov 2009 08:57:41 -0500

The Open House is an informational session designed to provide you with the opportunity to visit the Moritz College of Law and meet with members of the college's Admissions Office. In addition, representatives from the Financial Aid and Career Services offices will be on hand to answer any additional questions you may have regarding those areas. Business casual dress is recommended. Please RSVP at least five (5) business days prior to the event.

Read Coverage of Prof. Merritt's Argument Before the U.S. Supreme Court

Mon, 05 Oct 2009 15:11:42 -0400

On Wednesday, Oct. 7, Ohio State University Moritz College of Law Professor Deborah Jones Merritt argued a case before the U.S. Supreme Court. The court, in Reed Elsevier v. Muchnick, is expected to determine whether a provision in the Copyright Act prevents federal jurisdiction for claims of unregistered copyrights. Professor Merritt, who argued for the first time before the U.S. Supreme Court, was hand-selected by the Court to defend the lower court ruling.

Commission Directed by Prof. Shane Releases Findings

Fri, 02 Oct 2009 07:42:04 -0400

Moritz Professor Peter M. Shane and the blue-ribbon commission for which he was executive director released a report today in Washington, D.C., setting forth a new vision for healthy, informed, democratic communities.

Admissions representatives traveling the country this fall

Mon, 28 Sep 2009 22:38:07 -0400

Each fall, representatives from the Moritz College of Law will visit college campuses and Law School Forums across the country.

Applications for Fall 2010 Admission Now Being Accepted

Tue, 15 Sep 2009 00:00:00 -0400

The Moritz College of Law is currently accepting applications for early decision and regular admissions for Fall 2010 admission. Each first-year class consists of approximately 220-230 students. Enrollment is limited to full-time study and new law students may begin only in the autumn semester. It is important to note that while The Ohio State University runs on a quarter system, the law school runs on a semester system, starting in August and ending in May each year.

Elizabeth Watters '90: Leading the Columbus Bar Association

Thu, 03 Sep 2009 08:29:17 -0400

When Elizabeth J. Watters ’90 isn’t working as a litigation and employment lawyer, a Moritz Scholar mentor, or the new president of the Columbus Bar Association (CBA), she’s busy supporting the hobbies of her 8-year-old daughter.

Prof. Swire to Join Obama Administration

Mon, 27 Jul 2009 11:47:58 -0400

Peter Swire, the C. William O'Neill Professor in Law and Judicial Administration at The Ohio State University Moritz College of Law, will take a leave to serve in the White House under President Obama. He has been appointed as Special Assistant to the President for Economic Policy. This position is in the National Economic Council (NEC), led by Lawrence Summers. Among other matters, Professor Swire will be working on housing and housing finance issues.

Cocroft '00 Begins Judgeship in Franklin County

Fri, 19 Jun 2009 00:00:00 -0400

Kim Cocroft ’00 is two months into her judgeship with the Franklin County, Ohio, Court of Common Pleas. It’s a position that Cocroft said she was unsure she would ever have the opportunity to hold. “I didn’t know or believe I would be able to attain this position,” she said. Cocroft applied to be a judge because she knew she was capable of fulfilling the position. “Never self exclude,” she said. “Let someone else tell you you’re not qualified.”

Colker Designated Distinguished University Professor

Mon, 01 Jun 2009 15:09:43 -0400

Ruth Colker, the Heck Faust Chair in Constitutional Law at The Ohio State University Moritz College of Law, is one of the most influential figures in the field of disability law in the United States. Her scholarly work has influenced the United States Supreme Court and the U.S. Congress alike. At the same time, she has contributed path-breaking empirical and theoretical scholarship to the field of disability legal studies and also has maintained a record of innovative teaching and substantial service.

Colker was recently designated a 2009 Distinguished University Professor, the University’s highest academic honor.