The murder of Robert Brooks by officials at Marcy Correctional Center is indeed horrific and appalling. For those of us who work with people ensnared in the criminal legal system of New York, however, it is anything but “shocking.” nytimes.com/2024/12/23/nyr… via The New York Times

“It’s encouraging to see that the Commission has taken that discussion into consideration in crafting these proposals,” Clinical Prof. Alison Siegler said. She had the opportunity to help shape proposed amendments to federal sentencing Guidelines. buff.ly/40RaeIR

Alison Siegler “My students in the Federal Criminal Justice Clinic will also contribute to this important process by submitting a Public Comment on the proposed amendments,” she added.

Clinical Prof. @HallettNicole tells Chicago Tribune that ICE may ramp up deportations via expedited removal, a law that allows circumventing due process for those who arrived without documents. buff.ly/4h7jnT8

Appreciate ABC giving me the chance to highlight an example of the judiciary having the courage to do what the law requires and be the bulwark against incursions on our constitutionally & statutorily protected rights & liberties. ⁦⁦UChicago Law School⁩ abc7chicago.com/post/edward-ma…

“If they can’t find an attorney that’s working pro bono or that is retained privately, then they will have to go through those proceedings without an attorney,” @HallettNicole told Chicago Tribune noncitizens don’t have the right to an appointed attorney. buff.ly/4hCp2Aj

My grandfather flew small planes as a hobby and lived to 98. I’m reminded of this poster we had hanging in our home growing up…

“I have been in awe of the drive, passion, and dedication of my colleagues and their determination to see projects through. We work long hours to achieve our goals, often on short notice and with limited resources,” said Carolyn Hann, ’99. buff.ly/4geYjsx

If you want to read Amazon's #1 new release in jurisprudence that a review published on the Federal Society webpage says "is a quarry from which amici will be mining nuggets for years to come," then please pre-order my book! hup.harvard.edu/books/97806742…

“I actually never imagined a future for myself that did not involve public service,” said Heidi Mueller, ’07. As I have progressed in my career, my why has become less ideological and more connected to the people I have met.” buff.ly/4h2trMB

Three clinic clients were among those who received Biden commutations. “I will say that I’ve been overjoyed at all three of these commutations and having the opportunity to be involved, and have my students be involved,” Clinical Prof. Erica Zunkel said. buff.ly/3Xhz3ev

Supervised release is an important tool to assist those leaving prison and prevent recidivism. But to be most effective, courts must have greater discretion to tailor it to each person. I encourage the U.S. Sentencing Commission to modify its guidelines.

Five professors—William Baude, Aziz Huq, tomginsburg, Eric Posner, and Curtis Bradley, have been named among the nation’s top 100 legal scholars in a newly released ranking. buff.ly/O393jVX

For the first time in over 30 years, a UChicago Law team is heading to the international rounds of the Jessup Moot Court Competition! Congrats to Anna Schmitt, Sahar Omer, David Clifton, Daniela Apodaca, & Letian Wang (all 3Ls) on this huge achievement! buff.ly/HmjZtbi

“A lawless dictatorship does not arise simply by snuffing out the ordinary legal system of rules, procedures, and precedents. To the contrary, that system … remains in place while dictatorial power spreads across society,” Prof. Aziz Huq writes. buff.ly/kI94mGB

Deeply honored to be awarded this endowed chair. I am very grateful to the pioneering Lillian E. Kraemer for her support of UChicago Law School and especially of our students who pursue public interest careers and pro bono endeavors.

"There’s always this concern that bail reform will cause the sky to fall but that definitely has not happened in Illinois. All the evidence ... points to positive outcomes since Illinois eliminated cash bail," says. Prof. Alison Siegler (Alison Siegler) buff.ly/8xDHsgY

"If judges are applying federal law unevenly across the country, we have [a] two-tiered system of justice," Prof. Alison Siegler, director of the Federal Criminal Justice Clinic tells Law360. buff.ly/4MxqI87