The Battle over Bush's Judges
by Michelle Goldberg
Professor Robin Charlow comments on the politics of judicial nominations.
Albany Times-Union July 18, 2002
Sematech Deal Could Silence Pataki Critics
by Elizabeth Benjamin
Professor Eric Lane is quoted on the political implications of a state-supported high-tech research center in Albany.
The New York Times July 16, 2002
Accord Suggests U.S. Prefers to Avoid Courts
by Adam Liptak
Professor Eric Freedman suggests that the John Walker Lindh plea bargain was prompted by weakness in the government's case.
ABC News Radio July 16, 2002
Professor Eric Freedman is interviewed about a new indictment in the Massaoui case.
Associated Press Newswire July 16, 2002
Watching the Watchdog
by Ron Kampeas
Dean David Yellen suggests the drawbacks of ousting SEC Chairman Harvey Pitt in the wake of recent corporate accounting scandals.
Legal Times July 15, 2002
The Last-Gasp World
by Norman L. Greene
Professor Eric Freedman's book on the history of habeas corpus is the subject of a favorable review.
Miami Daily Business Review July 15, 2002
New York Judge Begins Query into Tobacco Fees
by Daniel Wise
Professor Roy Simon is quoted on a court's scrutiny of lawyers' fees in the tobacco cases.
Newsday July 10, 2002
Death Sentence Thrown Out: NY Ruling So Far Affects Just One Case
by Jordan Rau
Professor Eric Freedman comments on the New York Court of Appeals first decision regarding the state's new death penalty measure.
The Wall Street Journal July 9, 2002
WorldCom Is Denounced at Hearing, Congressmen Say Executives Mismanaged Company
by Susan Pulliam, Deborah Solomon & Randall Smith
Professor Eric Freedman is quoted on WorldCom chief executive pleading the Fifth before a congressional committee investigating the company's downfall.
National Public Radio July 9, 2002
All Things Considered
Professor Eric Freedman is interviewed on the New York Court of Appeals ruling in a death penalty case.
The New York Times July 8, 2002
In Search Of Power Lost By the People
by Joyce Purnick
Professor Eric Lane's critique of electoral referenda is described by a Times columnist.
Chicago Tribune July 7, 2002
Benefits Lure Many to Eye Dual Citizenship
by Oscar Avila
Professor Peter Spiro's research is noted in an article about the rise of plural nationality.
FindLaw's Writ July 2, 2002
A Recent Supreme Court Decision Gives a Boost to Sexual Harassment Victims, But Not to Other Victims of Discrimination
by Joanna Grossman
Professor Joanna Grossman contributes a column on an unintended consequence of a decision regarding the calculation of the period of time during which plaintiffs can sue under Title VII.
June 2002
Accountancy Age June 27, 2002
Mr. Muscle
Dean David Yellen is quoted in an article about SEC Chairman Harvey Pitt.
The New York Times June 27, 2002
Lawmaking: A Monopoly Of 3 in Albany
by Joyce Purnick
Professor Eric Lane is quoted in an article about the process shortcomings of New York state government.
National Public Radio June 25, 2002
Marketplace Morning Report
Dean David Yellen is interviewed regarding the recent rise in major crimes.
National Public Radio June 25, 2002
Morning Edition
Dean David Yellen is interviewed by NPR legal correspondent Nina Totenberg regarding the Supreme Court's ruling that death sentences must be handed down by juries, not judges.
The Business June 23, 2002
Pitt the Procrastionator
by Duncan Hughes
Dean David Yellen is quoted in a story about SEC Chairman Harvey Pitt.
The New York Times June 22, 2002
Hedging Bets
by Linda Greenhouse
Professor Leon Friedman is quoted in a story about future strategies of death penalty litigators in the wake of major Supreme Court decisions of the 2001 term.
Fox News Channel June 21, 2002
Fox and Friends
Professor Peter Spiro is interviewed on the terrorism cases.
The Washington Post June 20, 2002
Andersen May Ask Judge To Overturn Conviction
by Carrie Johnson
Professor Monroe Freedman is quoted on the criminal conviction of Arthur Andersen.
Newsday June 19, 2002
Backing Judge in Maul Case
by Thai Jones & Stephanie McCrummen
Dean David Yellen is quoted in a story about the prosecution of a mauling dog's owner for murder.
Chicago Public Radio June 18, 2002
Odyssey
Professor Linda McClain is a featured guest on an hour-long program on "Marriage and the State."
The Washington Post June 18, 2002
Police Search Of Bus Upheld; High Court Rules Passengers Need Not Be Told of Rights
by Charles Lane
Professor Leon Friedman is quoted in a story about a recent Fourth Amendment decision from the U.S. Supreme Court.
FindLaw's Writ June 18, 2002
On the Thirtieth Anniversary of Title IX, We Need to Preserve, Not Reverse, Its Guarantee of Equity for Women in College Athletic s
by Joanna Grossman
Professor Joanna Grossman takes a look at the past impact and future prospects for the federal statute banning sex discrimination in educational programs receiving federal financial assistance.
Fox News Channel June 17, 2002
The O'Reilly Factor
Professor Monroe Freedman is interviewed on the ethical and moral aspects of representing unpopular clients.
Newsday June 16, 2002
"Dirty Bomb" Case Sparks Legal Debate
by John Riley
Professor Peter Spiro is quoted on legal aspects of the Padilla case.
Newsday June 14, 2002
U.S. Isn't Playing Clean
by Peter J. Spiro
Professor Peter Spiro contributes an op-ed on the detention of "dirty bomber" Jose Padilla as an "enemy belligerent."
ABC News Radio June 12, 2002
The Sam Show
Professor Peter Spiro is interviewed by Sam Donaldson on the subject of alleged terrorist detainees and their constitutional rights.
CBS News Radio June 12, 2002
The Osgood File
National Public Radio June 11, 2002
Professor Peter Spiro is interviewed about the legal status of "enemy belligerents."
Morning Edition
Professor Leon Friedman discusses the constitutional rights of detained U.S. citizen Jose Padilla, a.k.a. Abdullah al-Muhajir.
The New York Times June 11, 2002
Questions on U.S. Action in Bomb Case
by Adam Liptak
The Washington Post June 11, 2002
Professor Peter Spiro comments on the government's strategy in transferring alleged "dirty bomber" Jose Padilla into military custody as an "enemy belligerent."
Al Qaeda Suspect Enters Legal Limbo; Few Precedents Available for Case, Experts Say
by John Mintz
Professor Peter Spiro comments on possible outcomes in the "dirty bomber" case.
Newsday June 11, 2002
Arrest in Terror Plot
Tom Brune, Craig Gordon & Thomas Frank
FindLaw's Writ June 11, 2002
Professor Peter Spiro is interviewed on the constitutional status of a citizen detained as an "enemy belligerent."
The Bush Administration's Push for Single-Sex Education: An Attempt to Erode Federal Gender Equality Guarantees?
by Joanna Grossman
Professor Joanna Grossman discusses recent indications that the Department of Education will attempt to make single-sex education programs easier to adopt.
Fox News June 10, 2002
The O'Reilly Factor
Professor Leon Friedman is interviewed on constitutional aspects of the Padilla "dirty bomber" case.
Newsday June 5, 2002
A Legal Test On Breaking Privilege
by Robin Topping
Professor Roy Simon comments on a possible case for breaking the attorney-client privilege.
The New York Times June 4, 2002
Inmate Whose Lawyer Slept Gets New Trial
by Linda Greenhouse
Professor Eric Freedman comments on a U.S. Supreme Court decision reversing a death sentence for lack of effective counsel.
ABA Journal June 2002
Revised Model Ethics Rules Are Nearly Ready for State Scrutiny
by Mark Hansen
Professor Roy Simon comments on how new rules of legal ethics could be adopted at the state level.
May 2002
The New York Times May 31, 2002
Changing the Standard
by Adam Liptak
Professor Eric Freedman is quoted in a front-page story on new FBI procedures in the war against terror.
The Washington Post May 30, 2002
Access to Lawyer Ordered for Detainee
by Brooke Masters
Professor Peter Spiro comments on the Hamdi case.
Newsday May 30, 2002
A Song and Dance For Judicial Reform
by Zachary R. Dowdy
Professor Andrew Schepard comments on the challenges of overhauling state courts.
FindLaw's Writ May 20, 2002
An Issue Ripe for Supreme Court Review: A Decision Upholding Michigan Law School's Race-Based Admission Plan Creates an Even Circuit Split
by Joanna Grossman
Professor Joanna Grossman discusses the recent federal appeals court decision to approve the University of Michigan Law School's race-based admissions program, and how affirmative action will now likely come back before the Supreme Court.
WNBC-TV New York May 14, 2002
Evening News
Professor Peter Spiro appears on a segment about new immigrants in suburbia.
Newsday May 14, 2002
Lindh Claiming 'Combat Immunity'
by John Riley
Professor Peter Spiro comments on John Walker Lindh's defense that he was only fighting a war.
Wired.com May 9, 2002
Too Broad a Ban on Child Models?
By Declan McCullagh
Professor Eric Freedman comments on a proposed federal restrictions on photography of minors.
Newsday May 9, 2002
U.S. Can't Hold Back World Pacts
by Peter Spiro
Professor Peter Spiro contributes an op-ed on the Bush Administration's unilateralist foreign policy.
FindLaw's Writ May 7, 2002
Sexual Harassment in the Workplace: Do Employers' Efforts Truly Prevent Harassment, Or Just Prevent Liability?
by Joanna Grossman
FindLaw columnist and Hofstra law professor Joanna Grossman takes issue with a line of Supreme Court cases that set forth what an employer must do to establish the affirmative defense that enables it to avoid liability for sexual harassment.
New York Law Journal May 6, 2002
'Harris' Case Enters Appellate Endgame
by Daniel Wise & Mark Hamblett
Professor Eric Freedman comments on the first test to New York state's new death penalty law.
Newsday May 5, 2002
Death Penalty Back In Court, Brooklyn Man's Case Under Review
by Jonathan Rau
Professor Eric Freedman comments on the first New York state's new death penalty law.The Baltimore Sun May 4, 2002
Zollicoffer Incident Headed to State Panel, Attorney Grievance Board Is Expected to Look into Interference with Arrest
by Sarah Koenig
Professor Monroe Freedman is quoted on an attorney's exceptionally zealous representation of a client.
NBC News May 3, 2002
Nightly News with Tom Brokaw
Professor Monroe Freedman is interviewed about the ethical implications of the Secretary of the Army's ownership of Enron stock.
The New York Times May 1, 2002
Mideast Turmoil: When Letter of the Law Does Not Spell 'Clarity'
by Adam Liptak
Professor Peter Spiro comments on how international law does -- or does not -- affect the conflict in Israel and the occupied territories.
SF Weekly May 1, 2002
A Black and White Issue: A Lawsuit Alleging Racism at Amtrak's Oakland Yard Has Made It to the Supreme Court -- and Could Affect Discrimination Cases Nationwide
by Bernice Yeung
Professor Joanna Grossman is quoted in a story about an employment discrimination case.
April 2002
The New York Times April 26, 2002
Club Happiness Case Is First Test of State's Death Penalty
by William Glaberson
Professor Eric Freedman is quoted in a story about New York State's new death penalty statute.FindLaw's Writ April 23, 2002
Can a Woman Sue for Sex Discrimination If She Is Fired Because Her Boss's Wife Is Jealous?
by Joanna Grossman
Professor Joanna Grossman decries a recent New York court ruling exonerating the discharge of a pregnant secretary because the boss's wife thinks he's the father.Fulton County Daily Report April 18, 2002
Despite Their Increasing Numbers, Women in Law Face Obstacles
A story on the progress of women in the legal profession highlight Professor Richard Neumann's recent study of women in legal academe.
The New York Times April 14, 2002
Religion and the Law
by Adam Liptak
Professor Peter Spiro is quoted on the international law aspects of tort suits filed against the Vatican in clerical sex abuse cases.
News 12 Long Island April 12, 2002
Professor Robin Charlow comments on proposed New York state legislation that would add clergy to the list of people required by state law to report evidence of child abuse.
New York Law Journal April 9, 2002
A Brooklyn Murder To Test 1995 Statute
by Daniel Wise
Professor Eric Freedman is quoted in a story about the application of New York state's death penalty statute.
FindLaw's Writ April 8, 2002
Should the Law Be Kinder to "Kissin' Cousins"?: A Genetic Report Should Cause a Rethinking of Incest Laws
by Joanna Grossman
Professor Joanna Grossman looks at the legal implications of new evidence that cousin marriages present few genetic risks in offspring.
National Law Journal April 8, 2002
California's 'Three Strikes' Law Reaches the High Court
by Andrew Harris
Dean David Yellen comments on an upcoming Supreme Court case are featured.
Newsday April 5, 2002
A National Precedent: Suffolk Seeks Grand Jury to Examine Church Abuse Cases
By Steve Wick and Carol Eisenberg
Legal Writing Instructor Barbara Barron is quoted in a story about Suffolk County's approach to recent clerical sex abuse cases.
National Public Radio April 4, 2002
All Things Considered
Professor Leon Friedman is interviewed about the discovery of an American citizen among those detained at Guantanamo Bay.
The Washington Post April 4, 2002
Detainee In Cuba May Be Citizen Born in La.
by John Mintz and Bradley Graham
Professor Peter Spiro is quoted in a story about another possible American Taliban.
March 2002
FindLaw's Writ March 26, 2002
In a Decision Rejecting a Transsexual's Marital Union, Kansas Embraces Traditional Marriage -- or Does It?
by Joanna Grossman
Professor Joanna Grossman discusses a case denying inheritance rights of a transsexual spouse.
Maine Sunday Telegram March 24, 2002
Judge in Fisheries Case Known as Quick Study
by Bart Jansen
Professor Leon Friedman is quoted in a story about a federal district judge before whom he recently argued a case.
New York Times March 17, 2002
Nonprofit Groups Reach For Profits on the Side
by Stephanie Strom
Professor Norman Silber is quoted in a story about the commercial side of nonprofits.
Dallas Morning News March 15, 2002
Mexicans in U.S. Push Fox for Vote
by Alfredo Corchado
Professor Peter Spiro is quoted in a story on voting rights for Mexican dual nationals in their homeland.
Associated Press News Wire March 14, 2002
Justice Department, SEC Working on Different Tracks in Andersen Case
By Marcy Gordon
Dean David Yellen is quoted on the criminal investigation of accounting giant Arthur Andersen in Enron's wake.
FindLaw's Writ March 12, 2002
Can the Fifty States' Grandparent Visitation Statutes Survive in the Wake of the Supreme Court's Decision in Troxel V. Granville?
by Joanna Grossman
Professor Joanna Grossman discusses the fallout of the Supreme Court's striking down a third-party visitation statute.
The Washington Post March 8, 2002
White House Defends White on Enron Non-Disclosure
by Ellen Nakashima
Professor Monroe Freedman is quoted in a story about a Bush Administration official's financial ties to Enron.
New York Law Journal March 7, 2002
Court-Affiliated Educational Programs For Kids Of Divorce, Separation
by Andrew Schepard
Professor Andrew Schepard describes programs such as Parent Education and Custody Effectiveness (PEACE), of which he is a co-founder.
Newsday March 6, 2002
Dead Client's Secret Presents a Dilemma
by Robin Topping
Professor Roy Simon comments on whether attorney privileges survive the client.
ABA Journal e-report March 1, 2002
A Hard Union to Break: No 'Quickie' Divorce Allowed for Vermont Civil Unions
by Molly McDonough
Professor Joanna Grossman comments on the need to provide for possible dissolution of same-sex civil unions.
February 2002
The Washington Post February 25, 2002
Detainees Case to Be Taken To OAS Rights Commission
by John Mintz
Professor Peter Spiro is quoted in a story about an international tribunal's consideration of Taliban and Al-Qaeda detainees at Guantanamo Bay.
MSNBC.com February 25, 2002
When a Good Stock Looks Bad
by Jeannette Walls
Professor Norman Silber comments on possible conflicts posed by the Academy Awards' foundation purchase of Disney stock.
The New York Times February 24, 2002
New Flag Atop L.I. Legal Hill
by Vivian Toy
Professor Roy Simon is quoted in a report about a law firm's connections to the new Nassau County Executive.
Newsday February 24, 2002
Council Probe Team Loses 15
by Curtis L. Taylor
Professor Eric Lane is quoted in a story about the reorganized New York City Council staff.
Tax Notes February 18, 2002
Could Enron Collapse Lead to Big 5 Losing Tax Work?
by Sheryl Stratton
Professor Linda Galler is quoted on fallout from the Enron case.
FindLaw's Writ February 13, 2002
Sexual Harassment in the Classroom: The Student Who Sued Her Professor For Calling Her "Monica Lewinsky"
by Joanna Grossman
Professor Joanna Grossman considers a Title IX sex discrimination case involving echoes of Clinton era scandal.
FindLaw's Writ February 12, 2002
Two New, But Opposing, Developments For Gay And Lesbian Parents: A Pediatricians' Group Supports Gay Relationships, but a Georgia Court Does Not
by Joanna Grossman
Professor Joanna Grossman considers recent developments relating to gay parentage.
Investor's Business Daily February 8, 2002
by Bryan Mitchell
Dual Citizens' Mixed Loyalty Under Question After Sept. 11
Professor Peter Spiro is quoted in an article about implications of the increased incidence of plural citizenship.
Newsday February 8, 2002
Decision on Prisoners: U.S. to Apply Geneva Convention to Taliban, Not al-Qaida
Professor Peter Spiro is quoted in an article about the detainees at Guantanamo Bay.
The New York Times February 7, 2002
City Council Members Get a New Seating Plan
by Diane Cardwell
Professor Eric Lane's appointment as special counsel to the Speaker of the City Council of New York is reported.
The Washington Post February 5, 2002
Judge Rejects Bush Pick For Civil Rights Agency
by Neely Tucker
Professor Leon Friedman's representation of U.S. Civil Rights Commissioner Victoria Wilson is reported in a story about her successful efforts to retain her seat.
The New York Times February 3, 2002
William Epton, 70, Is Dead; Tested Free-Speech Limits
by Douglas Martin
Professor Leon Friedman is quoted in an obituary of a Maoist agitator whose conviction for criminal anarchy in events relating to 1964 Harlem riots remains an important First Amendment case.
New York Law Journal February 1, 2002
The Lawyer's Bookshelf
by Eleanor Jackson Piel
Professor Eric Freedman's book, Habeas Corpus: Rethinking the Great Writ of Liberty (NYU Press 2002), is favorably reviewed.
January 2002
FindLaw's Writ January 31, 2002
The End of the "War" (And of War as We Know It)
by Peter Spiro
Professor Peter Spiro argues that a law enforcement model is best used in the fight against terrorism.
The Washington Post January 29, 2002
Most Detainees Are Saudis, Bush Pledges Case-by-Case Decisions
by John Mintz
Professor Peter Spiro is quoted in a story about the detainees at Guantanamo Bay.
FindLaw's Writ January 29, 2002
The Supreme Court Considers the Continuing Violations Doctrine, in a Decision Sure to Affect Many Parties to Harassment Cases
by Joanna Grossman
Professor Joanna Grossman discusses recent oral arguments at the Supreme Court considering whether incidents of discrimination that fall outside the statute of limitations can still be part of a federal employment discrimination suit.
The New York Times January 25, 2002
American Charged as a Terrorist Makes First Appearance in Court
by Katherine Q. Seelye
Professor Leon Friedman is quoted and his book, The Law of War, is mentioned in a story about the American Taliban John Walker Lindh.
Newsday January 25, 2002
Experts: Case Faces Obstacles
by John Riley
Professor Leon Friedman is quoted in a story on John Walker Lindh.
The Washington Post January 25, 2002
American Taliban Suspect Appears in Alexandria Court
by Brooke Masters
Professor Peter Spiro is quoted in a story on John Walker Lindh.
Chronicle of Philanthropy January 24, 2002
Donor-Advised Funds Can Be Terrorism Tools
by Norman Silber
Professor Norman Silber comments on possible links between charitable funds and terrorist groups.
The Albany Times Union January 23, 2002
Critics Search for Openings
by Elizabeth Benjamin
Professor Eric Lane is quoted in a story on recent developments relating to the New York State budget battles.
New York Law Journal January 17, 2002
Beyond 'Best Interests': ALI's Child Custody Dispute Resolution System
by Andrew Schepard
Professor Andrew Schepard contributes a column on the American Law Institute's approach to child custody issues.
The Washington Post January 17, 2002
Walker Statements a Trial Issue; Defense Will Contest Interviews With FBI
by Brooke A. Masters and Dan Eggen
Professor Peter Spiro comments on the John Walker Lindh case.
FindLaw's Writ January 15, 2002
Fault-Based Divorce Is Alive and Well in New York, as Two Recent Decisions Show
by Joanna Grossman
Professor Joanna Grossman looks at recent cases considering how bad a spouse's conduct has to be to constitute "cruelty" sufficient to allow the other spouse to procure a fault-based divorce.
Newsday January 14, 2002
Tarnished Hero; A Once-Revered Writer's Reputation Is At Stake
by Aileen Jacobson
Professor Leon Friedman is quoted in a report of accusations that Stephen Ambrose plagiarized in his popular history books.
Fox News Network January 2, 2002
The O'Reilly Factor
Professor Leon Friedman comments on the John Walker Lindh case.
December 2001
eWeek December 31, 2001
WLAN Security in Neutral
by Dennis Fisher
Assistant Dean Gary Moore is quoted in a story about wireless networks, such as the one installed at the Law School.
The New York Times December 29, 2001
It Won't Be Easy to Convict John Walker
by Leon Friedman
Professor Leon Friedman contributes an op-ed on the John Walker Lindh case.
National Law Journal December 24, 2001
A Small Committee Draws Big Fire in D.C. -- Again
by Marcia Coyle
A report of Professor Leon Friedman's representation of Victoria Wilson in a dispute over the length of her term on the U.S. Civil Rights Commission.
FindLaw's Writ December 18, 2001
The Virtues of Virtual Parenting: Can the Internet Replace Visitation When a Custodial Parent Relocates?
by Joanna Grossman
Professor Joanna Grossman considers whether Internet communication using webcams, instant messages, and e-mails count towards a noncustodial parent's visitation schedule.
The Baltimore Sun December 16, 2001
If the Boss Stumbles, You Could Get Bruised
by Eileen Ambrose
Professor Alan N. Resnick is quoted in a story about how employee claims are handled when a company goes bankrupt.
The New York Times December 14, 2001
Winning Council Seat, But Losing The Chair
by Diane Cardwell
Professor Eric Lane is quoted in a story about the disposition of chairs used by outgoing New York City Council members.
The Washington Post December 11, 2001
Lawsuit Is Filed to Seat Bush Rights Panel Choice
by Darryl Fears
Professor Leon Friedman's representation of U.S. Civil Rights Commissioner Victoria Wilson in a story about her bid to retain her position at the agency.
KXAM Radio Phoenix December 11, 2002
Talk Radio
Professor Eric Freedman is interviewed on the proposed use of military tribunals.
Newsday December 10, 2001
Terror Alerts Fuel Frustration
by Thomas Frank
Professor Eric Freedman is quoted in a story about Justice Department warnings of possible terrorist attacks.
Los Angeles Times December 7, 2001
Bush Appointment to Rights Panel Prompts Standoff
by Edwin Chen
Professor Leon Friedman's efforts on behalf of U.S. Civil Rights Commissioner Victoria Wilson are reported.
The New York Times December 7, 2001
Large Charity Blocks Funds To Several Islamic Groups
by Philip Shenon and Neil A. Lewis
Professor Norman Silber is quoted in a story about possible links between charitable foundations and terrorist organization.
The Washington Post December 5, 2001
U.S. Taliban Fighter to Have His Rights, Rumsfeld Says
Professor Peter Spiro comments on the John Walker Lindh prosecution.
FindLaw's Writ December 4, 2001
A California Court Takes a Stand Against Sexual Harassment, Making a State Law Claim Easier to Bring Than a Federal Claim
by Joanna Grossman
Professor Joanna Grossman examines the latest ruling on the question of whether state courts interpreting state sexual harassment laws should follow federal courts interpreting Title VII.
New York Law Journal December 3, 2001
Breaking New Ground in China
Professor Mark Movsesian comments on U.S. law firm forays in the China market.
The New York Times December 2, 2001
Tribunal v. Court-Martial: Matter of Perception
by William Glaberson
Professor Eric Freedman is quoted in a story on the possible use of military tribunals against Taliban and Al-Qaeda detainees.
The Tax Adviser December 1, 2001
Post-EGTRRA Analysis and Planning Estates, Trusts & Gifts
by Roby Sawyers & Brian Whitlock
Professor Mitchell Gans' contribution to recent federal estate tax reforms is recognized.