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A lot happens at WVU Law: classes with federal judges, visits from nationally-recognized guest speakers, mentorships between alumni and students, professional development with top-level employers, and that’s just a start. Here, new stories are told every day. The next might be yours!

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Case History: WVU Law student Grant Joynes investigates the ghosts of Raleigh County

A missing body. A 63-year-old cold case. A tight-knit community in southern West Virginia. For Grant Joynes, it’s part of the job.

WVU Law May 2026 Commencement: Future Leaders Take Their Next Steps

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Looking back on this year's graduates as they look forward to a new chapter.

Graduation 2026: Kayla Brown and Parker Stout, in love and law

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Kayla Brown and Parker Stout share everything: a home state, a WVU Law education, and a future in rural Webster County, where they’ll provide legal services to an underserved community.

Graduation 2026: Chris Payne follows the trail his forefathers blazed

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The latest generation of Payne family lawyers is about to walk the graduation stage at WVU. For him, a strong legacy is a first step.

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Upcoming Events

Signature Events

These events are our way of saying “Let’s Go!” From national competitions to expert guest lecturers, our signature events are once-in-a-lifetime opportunities to experience law at its boldest and newest.

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Baker Cup (Spring Semester)

Judged by the West Virginia Supreme Court of Appeals, the Baker Cup is a moot court battle of the minds.

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Law Review Symposium (Spring Semester)

Our law review’s annual symposium hosts legal practitioners, academics, and industry leaders in fields ranging from rural law to artificial intelligence.

Professor Jerry Edwards speaks at the podium.

Lecture Series

Want to learn from the best of the best? Our distinguished lectures are free and open to the public, so you can hear from national experts on cutting-edge legal topics.

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Lugar Cup (Fall Semester)

Our annual in-house trial competition is building student excellence in the field of trial advocacy.

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National Energy and Sustainability Moot Court Competition (Spring Semester)

Welcoming teams from around the country, this competition is establishing West Virginia as a leader in a high-demand field of practice.

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