University of Kansas Law School Blog
Different Perspectives
KU Law alum starts podcast to learn more about the people behind the law degreeSuccess in the legal profession doesn’t always take the straight and narrow path. Graduating seniors may be looking toward a different future entirely than the one they envisioned at the start of their 1L year as…
Graduate Profile: Kristen Andrews, L'23
Former student-athlete joins law firm known for NCAA compensation supportAs a former student-athlete and recent sports dietitian, Kristen Andrews knows how to handle the trials of professional athletics. After her graduation in May, she joined Kennyhertz Perry, a prominent law firm in Kansas City.…
Graduate Profile: Steven Hendler, L'23
Non-traditional student trades in white coat for law degreeChances are, if you've ever visited Green Hall, you've heard of Steve Hendler. Prior to obtaining his law degree, Hendler had a highly successful career in the healthcare field, but a few years ago he decided to pursue something different…
Graduate Profile: Paula Lopez, L'23
Student finds her way in a career as a prosecutorLike many students, Paula Lopez, L'23, had a self-described existential crisis when considering her future after graduation this past May."I always thought, going into law school, I wanted to be an ACLU attorney," said Lopez. "But after my judicial…
Graduate Profile: Kevin C Barnett, L'23
Student uses ally ship to help promote indigenous culture and rightsKevin C Barnett has been interested in tribal law and federal Indian law since before he was a law student. After his graduation in May where he received his Juris Doctor and the Tribal Law certificate, he will continue his work…
Executive Director of Kansas Legal Services Retires After 43 Years
Marilyn Harp, L'79, has spent her career serving those in needKansas Legal Services Executive Director Marilyn Harp, L'79, retired in December 2022. She served as executive director since 2005 but has been a member of the Kansas Legal Services team since the beginning of her career in 1979. KU Law…
Alumni Gift Creates Labor Law Fund in Honor of Professor Raymond Goetz
From the late Professor Raymond Goetz, William Bevan III learned that objectivity and understanding are essential to being a good labor lawyer.“If you’re going to be really successful at it, you have to understand what’s motivating the people on the other side of the bargaining…
Recent Graduate Spotlight – Nate Crosser
Making connections, seizing opportunities and staying true to his valuesRecent KU Law graduate Nate Crosser, L’19, has a passion for supporting the underdog—whether that be a fresh entrepreneur or a farmed animal. As principal on the investment team at Swiss venture capital firm Blue…
Recent Graduate Spotlight – Emma Easom
Reading, thinking, and taking time to appreciate the weight of judicial decisionRecent KU Law graduate Emma Easom recognizes the impact those working for the judiciary possess and does not take the responsibility lightly. Easom, L’21, is clerking for Chief Justice Michael E. Vigil of the New…
Recent Graduate Spotlight: Claudia Chavarria Gives Hope to Young Immigrants
Immigration has been a pressing issue dating back to childhood for recent graduate Claudia Chavarria, L’21. Becoming an advocate for her community, Chavarria is a staff attorney with the Released Children Unit at the Refugee and Immigrant Center for Education and Legal Services (RAICES).…