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University of Miami School of Law @miamilawschool.bsky.social · 3h

William Widen, professor of law and an expert in automated vehicle technology, notes that Tesla’s use of “advanced driving system” is vague and could allow Musk to receive large payouts without true self-driving cars. Read more https://ow.ly/t3fX50Xa2bY

University of Miami School of Law @miamilawschool.bsky.social · 1d

Join Miami Law's Center for Ethics and Public Service in honoring Judge Mark E. Walker at the 23rd annual William M. Hoeveler Ethics & Public Service Award Ceremony on October 15. Members of the local bar and bench will be in attendance to honor Judge Walker. Register at https://ow.ly/M33L50X8JY7

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Michael Froomkin @mfroomkin.bsky.social · 2d

Bug win for @miamilawschool.bsky.social Innocence Clinic. Bravo! news.miami.edu/law/stories/...

Miami Law Innocence Clinic Helps Client Walk Free After 18 Years | University of Miami School of Law

After nearly two decades behind bars for a crime he did not commit, Lawrence Johnson walked free on September 26, 2025, thanks to the persistent efforts of the School of Law’s Innocence Clinic.

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University of Miami School of Law @miamilawschool.bsky.social · 2d

Miami Law's 2025 Constitution Crisis Seminar Series, led by Prof. @mfroomkin.bsky.social, explores challenges to federal power and rights, with expert lectures on executive power, civil society, courts, and constitutional reform—all available online.

Bold New Course Explores Executive Power | University of Miami School of Law

Professor Michael Froomkin created the course and brought in an elite group of distinguished legal experts to explore the current interpretation of executive power.

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University of Miami School of Law @miamilawschool.bsky.social · 6d

In his latest column in the Florida Bar News, Scott Rogers, director of the Mindfulness in Law program, shares how a focused attention practice can be adapted for busy legal professionals, reducing susceptibility to distraction, heightening focus, and improved regulation of emotional agitation.

The Portable Mindfulness Practice

Practicing mindfulness can be seen as a path whose destination is a strengthened mindfulness — a quality of mind characterized by reduced susceptibility to distraction, greater focus, heightened situational and self-awareness, and improved regulation of emotional agitation. This month we will explore four key elements of a popular mindfulness practice known as Focused Attention and...

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University of Miami School of Law @miamilawschool.bsky.social · 6d

In gang-controlled #Haiti, hundreds are returning to deserted neighborhoods, torn between police warnings and gangs’ promises. Professor Irwin Stotzky breaks down the crisis on the #MiamiLaw Explainer podcast. 🎧 Listen: https://ow.ly/b8Kg50X5Yyi

University of Miami School of Law @miamilawschool.bsky.social · 10d

Drew Dawson, professor of law and bankruptcy law expert, discusses Miami Seaquarium’s business challenges and the potential sale of its lease amid Chapter 11 bankruptcy.

Developer selected for Miami Seaquarium; park slated to ‘temporarily’ close in ‘late 2025′

The Miami Seaquarium, one of the country’s oldest marine mammal parks, is officially up for sale.

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University of Miami School of Law @miamilawschool.bsky.social · 12d

Prof. Martha Mahoney spoke at DEF CON 33, the world's largest and longest-running hacker conferences, about the pressing regulatory and security issues with ballot marking devices in U.S. elections, underscoring the urgent need for reliable voting tech and public trust in the electoral process.

Professor Martha Mahoney on Ballot Marking Device Security at DEF CON 33 | University of Miami School of Law

DEF CON, the world's largest cybersecurity conference, featured various tracks of speakers on computer and hacking-related subjects, as well as cybersecurity challenges and competitions.

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University of Miami School of Law @miamilawschool.bsky.social · 23d

Landmark civil rights laws like Title IX were created decades ago to protect marginalized groups from discrimination in schools, but today, these same laws are being used to challenge protections. Professor Tamara Rice Lave joins the Miami Law Explainer podcast to help us understand the shift.

Miami Law Explainer Podcast | School of Law | University of Miami

Tune in to our weekly podcast, brought to you by the University of Miami School of Law, where our faculty and clinician experts dissect and demystify the law, tackling headlines one by one. Gain…

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Michael Froomkin @mfroomkin.bsky.social · 28d

I am proud to announce the University of Miami Constitutional Crisis Seminar Series. The series includes thirteen lectures, almost all of which will be available online, with new ones appearing weekly. www.youtube.com/playlist?lis...
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Constitutional Crisis Seminar Series - YouTube

The University of Miami School of Law presents the 2025 Constitution Crisis Seminar series, organized by Laurie Silvers & Mitchell Rubenstein Distinguished P...

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University of Miami School of Law @miamilawschool.bsky.social · Sep 10

Craig Trocino, director of Miami Law’s Innocence Clinic, highlights the link between childhood trauma and violent crime, on the latest #MiamiLaw Explainer podcast.

Trauma, Abuse, and Crime Insights from Innocence Clinic Director Craig Trocino | University of Miami School of Law

Craig Trocino, Director of Miami Law’s Innocence Clinic, discusses how traumatic abuse connects to violent crime. His expertise includes appellate practice, postconviction litigation, criminal law,…

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University of Miami School of Law @miamilawschool.bsky.social · Sep 9

Prof. Jessica Owley, director of the environmental law program, joins the Miami Law Explainer podcast to discuss the groundbreaking advisory opinion from the International Court of Justice on climate change and its potential to reshape international law. 🎧 Listen: www.law.miami.edu/about/media/...

University of Miami School of Law @miamilawschool.bsky.social · Sep 4

Professor @mfroomkin.bsky.social co-edited “Robot Law: Volume II,” a timely follow-up examining the legal, ethical, and societal impacts of robotics and automated systems. The volume addresses policy challenges addressing policy challenges at the intersection of law, #technology, and society.

Robot Law: Volume II Edited by Professor A. Michael Froomkin | University of Miami School of Law

An important sequel to the groundbreaking first edition, Robot Law: Volume II by Professor A. Michael Froomkin explores societal and economic changes introduced by robotics.

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University of Miami School of Law @miamilawschool.bsky.social · Aug 29

The French economist Thomas Piketty recently argued the merits of a common, currency across countries, in an op-ed in Le Monde. Tax expert Frances Hill, professor of law, examines the potential impact of such a change on the latest episode of the Miami Law Explainer podcast.

Miami Law Explainer Podcast | School of Law | University of Miami

Tune in to our weekly podcast, brought to you by the University of Miami School of Law, where our faculty and clinician experts dissect and demystify the law, tackling headlines one by one. Gain…

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University of Miami School of Law @miamilawschool.bsky.social · Aug 29

Two University of Miami School of Law deans have assumed leadership roles in major legal organizations: Amy Perez has joined the board of directors of NALP, and Katrin Hussmann Schroll has been appointed to the LSAC Board of Trustees and named Chair of Product Strategy and Innovation.

Leading in law — two deans assume leadership positions at prominent law school organizations  | University of Miami School of Law

Amy Perez joins the board of directors of NALP, and Katrin Hussmann Schroll joins LSAC's board of trustees and is chair of product strategy and innovation.

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University of Miami School of Law @miamilawschool.bsky.social · Aug 28

The Miami Law Library is pleased to announce the appointments of Emily Finch and Federico Salas as Librarian Assistant Professors. Their addition will enhance research and instructional support for both students and faculty.

University of Miami School of Law Library welcomes new librarian assistant professors | University of Miami School of Law

The appointments enhance the school’s research and instructional support for students and faculty.

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University of Miami School of Law @miamilawschool.bsky.social · Aug 27

Where do you find your creative spark? Nikita Aggarwal, associate professor of law, says creativity arises from a mix of freedom, necessity, desire, boredom, inspiration, and randomness.

Finding a creative spark

Members of the University of Miami faculty share what fuels their creativity.

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University of Miami School of Law @miamilawschool.bsky.social · Aug 26

Caroline Mala Corbin, a professor of law, cautions that the Texas Ten Commandments display law exemplifies “secular washing,” the practice of presenting inherently religious texts as neutral to circumvent the Establishment Clause.

Did the Ten Commandments really shape U.S. law? Legal experts weigh in on Texas classroom display fight.

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University of Miami School of Law @miamilawschool.bsky.social · Aug 26

Christina Frohock, professor of legal writing, emphasizes that judges are increasingly imposing stricter consequences on attorneys who submit AI-generated citations that are inaccurate or fabricated. She notes that professional reputation is paramount for members of the legal community.

Courts 'Turning Up The Heat' On AI Fake Citation Sanctions - Law360 Pulse

As the volume of sanctions orders resulting from attorneys' use of faulty citations blamed on artificial intelligence continues to rise, federal judges are beginning to pivot from financial sanctions…

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University of Miami School of Law @miamilawschool.bsky.social · Aug 25

Professor Susan Haack, a distinguished professor in the humanities and Cooper senior scholar at the College of Arts and Sciences and professor of law at Miami, has a new book, “Towards a Pragmatist Legal Philosophy,” arguing law should be guided by practical consequences rather than abstract rules.

Professor Susan Haack publishes book on Pragmatist Legal Philosophy

Famous philosopher Susan Haack teaches in the College of Arts and Sciences and the School of Law.

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University of Miami School of Law @miamilawschool.bsky.social · Aug 19

The Miami Law Explainer podcast from Miami Law begins its 15th season this week, featuring expert discussions on topics like AI, cryptocurrency, and the case for common currency. This season opens with Professor Christina Frohock addressing the implications of AI on court filings.

Miami Law Explainer podcast launches 15th season, tackling AI, crypto, and the argument for a common currency

The weekly news show brings faculty experts to the microphone tackling the headlines of the day.

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University of Miami School of Law @miamilawschool.bsky.social · Aug 19

Miami Law is proud to announce the expansion of its commitment to #ExperientialLearning with the appointment of Professors JoNel Newman as associate dean for Experiential Learning & Bernard Perlmutter as director of Law Clinics.

School of Law expands commitment to experiential learning with new leadership positions | University of Miami School of Law

Professors JoNel Newman and Bernard Perlmutter have been appointed to the roles of associate dean for Experiential Learning and inaugural director of Law Clinics, respectively.

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University of Miami School of Law @miamilawschool.bsky.social · Aug 18

Professor Jill Barton, director of the Legal Communication and Research Skills Program, recently participated in the 21st annual symposium hosted by the National Foundation for Judicial Excellence. During her presentation, she discussed the intersection of modern legal writing and AI.

Professor of Legal Writing Jill Barton participates in the National Foundation for Judicial Excellence’s annual symposium | University of Miami School of Law

Jill Barton is the director of the Legal Communication and Research Skills Program.

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University of Miami School of Law @miamilawschool.bsky.social · Aug 6

Christina Frohock, professor of legal writing, expressed her bewilderment regarding a recent ruling by US District Judge Henry Wingate, which has raised significant concerns due to numerous factual inaccuracies and the possibility of AI involvement in its creation.

Judge Accused of Using AI to Issue Garbled Ruling

A federal judge in Mississippi delivered a ruling that was riddled with factual errors, raising concerns that he was using AI.

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University of Miami School of Law @miamilawschool.bsky.social · Aug 4

Professor Stephen Urice co-authored the sixth edition of "Law, Ethics, and the Visual Arts.” This foundational text serves as an essential resource for legal practitioners by providing insights into the complexities of the international art world.

Foundational art law text by Professor Stephen Urice published by Cambridge University Press | University of Miami School of Law

An expert on art, museum, and cultural property law, Professor Urice co-authored the sixth edition of Law, Ethics, and the Visual Arts.

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