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STCL Houston partners with Houston Police Chief to discuss path forward after Chauvin verdict

April 30, 2021

An estimated 18 million viewers watched on Tuesday, April 20, as Judge Peter Cahill read the verdict in the murder trial for ex-Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin. Chauvin was tried and convicted of second-degree murder, third-degree murder, and second-degree manslaughter...

New Writing Center at South Texas College of Law Houston offers targeted support

April 29, 2021

Posted in STCL News

Despite logistical complications brought on by COVID-19, South Texas College of Law Houston’s Writing Center has already proven a popular and necessary resource to students and faculty during its first year in operation. Designed to serve as a complement to the...

Houston Law Students Hone Their Legal Skills While Serving the Community

April 28, 2021

Posted in STCL News

Prospective employers pursue law school graduates who have the skill, knowledge, and professional experience to contribute to their organizations on day one. That is why the Randall O. Sorrels Legal Clinics at South Texas College of Law Houston (STCL Houston)operate...

STCL Houston Assistant Professor Ryan H. Nelson

STCL Houston Adds Two New Professors to Law Faculty

April 26, 2021

Posted in STCL News

South Texas College of Law Houston (STCL Houston) recently hired two new professors, adding to its 50-strong, full-time faculty. Beginning in fall 2021, Ryan H. Nelson and D’Andra Millsap Shu will teach civil procedure and legal research and writing, respectively.

Alumni Spotlight: Lane Mears ’97 advances global rule of law

April 26, 2021

Posted in Alumni

In 2009, STCL Houston alumnus Lane Mears ‘97 was living what he would call a comfortable life. He had established a solid career as a civil litigator, he was active in his community, and he and his wife, Anna, were...

Law school innovation: Students use technology to build negotiations skills

April 26, 2021

Posted in Features

Legal negotiations can be challenging. Negotiations often require attorneys to adapt their communication styles, seek to understand an otherwise unknown opponent, and compromise while meeting a client's needs. Negotiation skills also have become increasingly important in today’s legal field. With...

How to Choose the Right Law School: Here Are Five Things to Consider

April 16, 2021

Posted in Features

Let’s say you’re set on law school or maybe just exploring the possibility. With this interest comes a slew of questions that can leave you scratching your head. Where do you start? Since choosing the right law school isn’t an...

No Obstacle Too Big for 10th Annual South Texas Mock Trial Challenge Advocates

April 15, 2021

Posted in STCL News

Since 2012, the nation’s strongest mock trial competitors have converged on the South Texas College of Law Houston campus every March to participate in what has become one of the most prestigious tournaments among U.S. law schools. As the hosts...

STCL Houston Extends Reign of Advocacy Excellence, Earning Its Unrivaled 135th National Advocacy Championship

March 26, 2021

Posted in STCL News

South Texas College of Law Houston students Juanita Deaver and Reid Carrillo recently took first place at the 13th Annual National Latino(a) Law Student Association Moot Court Competition, earning the school’s unrivaled 135th national advocacy championship. Deaver and Carrillo also won...

South Texas College of Law Houston Adds Five New Members to Board of Directors

March 26, 2021

Posted in STCL News

South Texas College of Law Houston recently announced the addition of five new members to the board of directors of Houston’s oldest law school. Joining the board are Michael E. Cokinos and STCL Houston alumni Aparna Dave '02, Ephraim del Pozo...