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Reunions Reimagined
Brooklyn Law School is turning 125 – and inviting its community to celebrate in a big way. After marking its founding on Sept. 30, 2026, the School will launch a newly expanded, multi-day Reunions 2026 from Oct. 1-3. Designed in response to alumni feedback, the reimagined weekend will blend celebration, scholarship, and connection, from all-class gatherings and faculty talks to family-friendly events. With special focus on milestone classes and alumni input shaping the experience, the event promises more than a reunion – it’s a meaningful return and a chance to be part of the Law School’s next chapter.
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Class of 2026 Celebrates at Brooklyn Law School’s 125th Commencement
Nearly 350 graduates took the stage at Brooklyn Law School’s 125th Commencement on May 11, celebrating a milestone moment shaped by resilience, community, and purpose. Keynote speaker Hon. Sparkle L. Sooknanan ’10, now a U.S. District Judge, inspired the Class of 2026 with her journey from immigrant student to federal bench, underscoring the transformative power of legal education. Speakers throughout the ceremony highlighted perseverance through global challenges and the strength of shared support systems – reminding graduates that their achievements reflect not only individual effort, but the communities that helped carry them forward.
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Criminal Law Professor Jocelyn Simonson Named No. 4 on Top 100 Legal Scholars Ranking
Brooklyn Law School’s scholarly influence is on the rise, highlighted by Professor Jocelyn Simonson’s leap to No. 4 on the 2025 list of the nation’s most cited legal scholars. A leading voice in criminal law and social justice, Simonson’s work is gaining national traction – mirroring the Law School’s growing academic impact, now ranked No. 29 overall. The recognition also reflects broader shifts across legal academia, with women dominating the top ranks. Together, these milestones underscore a powerful moment for Brooklyn Law School faculty – and the expanding reach of scholarship shaping real-world legal change.
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Brooklyn Law School Achieves Strongest-Ever Employment Outcomes
Brooklyn Law School’s Class of 2025 is setting a new benchmark for career success, achieving the strongest employment outcomes in school history. Ten months after graduation, 90.7% secured full-time, long-term legal roles – an impressive feat in today’s competitive market. From top law firms to public service, graduates are landing across a wide range of employers, bolstered by hands-on training and strong alumni networks. With rising national rankings and continued Big Law placement success, the results highlight a powerful upward trajectory – and reinforce the Law School’s reputation for producing practice-ready talent.
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Brooklyn Law School Delivers Strongest Bar Exam Results in Years
Brooklyn Law School graduates are raising the bar – literally. The Class of 2026 delivered one of the strongest bar exam performances in years, with an 88% first-time pass rate on the February New York exam and results that surpassed statewide averages across every category. The milestone reflects a sustained upward trend driven by enhanced academic support and hands-on bar preparation. With individualized guidance and early, structured strategies, the Law School is equipping students not just to pass – but to succeed with confidence at a critical moment in their legal careers.
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EDNY Day Sheds Light on the Work of the Federal Judiciary 
Two dozen federal judges took over Brooklyn Law School for a day – offering students a rare, inside look at life on the bench. From classroom visits to candid town halls, EDNY Day connected students directly with judges, clerks, and real-world legal insights, including how AI is reshaping litigation. Panels on clerking, criminal justice, and courtroom advocacy gave students practical guidance – and a confidence boost. The event underscored the Law School’s deep ties to the federal judiciary, turning what is often an inaccessible world into an engaging, hands-on learning experience.
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A Legacy of Teaching, Scholarship, and Service: Honoring Five Distinguished Faculty Careers
Brooklyn Law School honored five legendary professors whose combined 200-plus years of service helped shape the institution – capping decades of impact on students, scholarship, and the broader legal world. At a special celebration, faculty, alumni, and friends reflected on the careers of Stacy Caplow, Maryellen Fullerton, Joel Gora, Susan Herman, and Aaron Twerski – leaders in fields from constitutional law to clinical education. Their influence spans generations of lawyers and landmark legal developments, leaving a legacy that continues to define Brooklyn Law School as it enters its next chapter.
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Sasha Linney ’11 Makes Forward-Looking Gift to BLS, Becomes Youngest Member of the Sheridan Albert Legacy Society
A Brooklyn Law School trustee is redefining what it means to give back. Sasha Linney ’11 has made a new philanthropic commitment that blends immediate support with a planned future gift – making her the youngest member of the Sheridan Albert Legacy Society. Her approach reflects a growing trend among alumni: pairing present-day impact with long-term investment. Motivated by gratitude and connection, Linney’s gift will provide flexible funding where it’s needed most, while helping ensure the Law School’s strength for generations to come.
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