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Graduation 2026: Chris Payne follows the trail his forefathers blazed
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.
Graduation 2026: Abigail Paugh brings a lawyer’s-eye-view to social work
As the first graduate of West Virginia University’s hybrid J.D./M.S.W. program, Abigail Paugh is combining her skill sets to make a difference in the Mountain State.
The team behind the bench: WVU Law students excel in judicial clerkships
Driven by faculty expertise and extensive career training, the judicial clerkship placement rate for WVU Law has surpassed the national average. Despite intense competition, College of Law students consistently secure state and federal clerkships at a high rate of 10.5% to 12%.
WVU Law secures major win, 15-year first at Moot Court Competition
The College of Law is celebrating a historic victory after its National Moot Court Teams delivered a powerhouse performance at the regional competition in Richmond, Virginia, Nov. 21-23.
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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.
Baker Cup (Spring Semester)
Judged by the West Virginia Supreme Court of Appeals, the Baker Cup is a moot court battle of the minds.
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.
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.
Lugar Cup (Fall Semester)
Our annual in-house trial competition is building student excellence in the field of trial advocacy.
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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