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California Western School of Law Welcomed Fred O. Smith Jr. as the Galinson Solomon Lecture Speaker
Professor Smith presented “Buried Legacies: The Unequal Protection of the American Dead,” examining the legal and moral obligations owed to the dead, particularly those who experienced systemic oppression.
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Earning a law degree from California Western means mastering legal theory and fundamentals, honing critical-thinking skills, and gaining the ability to apply the law in dynamic settings. For more than 100 years, California Western has succeeded in helping law students gain the skills and experience that employers and clients seek.
CWSL entering 1L’s took the Oath of Professionalism at the James M. Carter and Judith N. Keep U.S. Courthouse.
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California Western Weekly
Faculty at California Western School of Law (CWSL) continue to produce groundbreaking work and present it across the country and around the globe.
Issue 28 - April 24, 2026
A Night with the Innocence and Justice Clinic
California Western School of Law celebrated the relaunch of the Innocence and Justice Clinic.
Drive Change
At CWSL, we have cultivated more than just legal minds; we have fostered a vibrant community where solidarity and support reign. As President of CWSL’s Black Law Student Association, I have witnessed firsthand the power of unity in overcoming challenges and championing diversity. Together, we have excelled academically and forged lasting bonds that transcend the confines of our campus.
Pro Bono & Public Service Honors Societies Induction Ceremony 2026
California Western School of Law celebrated the students inducted into the Pro Bono and Public Service Honors Societies at the annual Induction Ceremony.
3L Christian Peralta Published in San Diego Lawyer Magazine
California Western School of Law congratulates 3L Christian Peralta on his article in the San Diego Lawyer “Law School Column.”
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I would choose CWSL a thousand times over. Everyone I have met, including faculty, staff, and students, has been very welcoming ... Everyone wants each other to succeed, and that is clear in the interactions they share.