The Eglet Center for Advocacy & Dispute Resolutionat the University of the Pacific McGeorge School of Law—recognized as one of the nation’s top advocacy and dispute resolution programs—is getting substantial support to further its work through a generous gift.Regent Robert T. Eglet ’88 and Tracy A. Eglet have committed $5 million to establish a new endowed faculty chair focused
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Pacific celebrates Dean Michael Hunter Schwartz as he returns to teaching
More than 200 people gathered April 16th at the Sacramento Campus Student Center to celebrate Dean Michael Hunter Schwartz, the 10th dean of the University of the Pacific McGeorge School of Law, as he steps down and makes a return to faculty.During his eight years as dean, Schwartz has overseen the law school’s highest bar pass rate in 25…
McGeorge School of Law alumnus takes the helm as global head of legal operations at Meta
University of the Pacific McGeorge School of Law alumnus Mike Haven, ‘00, is embarking on an exciting new chapter in his career as the global head of legal operations at Meta. Haven, who has made significant contributions to the field of legal operations, will be leading the way as Meta continues to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of its legal…
McGeorge School of Law ranked among Top 20 nationally in Trial Advocacy and Dispute Resolution
The University of the Pacific McGeorge School of Law has achieved national recognition in the latest U.S. News & World Report rankings, with two of its programs ranked among the Top 20.McGeorge’s Trial Advocacy program is now ranked No. 16 in the nation and its Dispute Resolution program has climbed to No. 18.McGeorge School of Law improved in other specialty…
Participating in the Elder and Health Law Clinic: A defining experience in my legal education
Diksha Jagga is a third-year student at McGeorge School of Law.
Participating in the Elder and Health Law Clinic was a defining experience in my legal education. I joined the clinic to gain practical experience in estate planning and elder law, building on my background in financial planning and wealth management. While I expected to work on trusts, developing estate plans,…
McGeorge alumnus secures record-breaking $3.1B verdict
University of the Pacific McGeorge School of Law alumnus and Regent Robert T. Eglet ’88 has achieved a record-breaking $3.1 billion verdict against a Las Vegas-based bottled water company—one of the largest product liability awards in U.S. history, according to Eglet Law.The jury concluded that Real Water, Inc. was liable for product defects and reckless disregard for consumer safety, awarding…
McGeorge alumnus secures record-breaking $3.8B verdict
University of the Pacific McGeorge School of Law alumnus and Regent Robert T. Eglet ’88 has achieved a record-breaking $3.8 billion verdict against a Las Vegas-based bottled water company—one of the largest product liability awards in U.S. history, according to Eglet Law.The jury concluded that Real Water, Inc. was liable for product defects and reckless disregard for consumer safety, awarding…
A Day in the Life of a McGeorge Law Student: What to Expect Beyond the Classroom
Making the decision to boost your career with advanced education can be daunting, especially if you already have a full schedule. However, with the availability of quality online programs, you can manage a degree while continuing to work and take care of other responsibilities. If you’ve been thinking about enhancing your professional credentials by learning legal skills, McGeorge School of…
Global Center for Business & Development Conference to discuss the impact on patent and trademark law of changes in practice and technology
The Global Center for Business & Development at the University of the Pacific McGeorge School of Law will host a conference on Patent and Trademark Law Developments on Friday, April 4. The conference will bring together legal scholars and educators to explore recent patent and trademark law developments, including comparative and international issues.This year’s conference, entitled “Patent and Trademark…
McGeorge alumna and Pacific Regent to receive honorary doctoral degree
Fifty years after graduating from the McGeorge School of Law, University of the Pacific alumna and Regent Consuelo “Connie” Callahan ’75 is about to cross the stage again.Callahan, a judge for more than 20 years on the nation’s second-highest court, will receive an honorary doctoral degree from Pacific recognizing half a century of distinguished public service and mentorship. The degree,…