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‘Stand for the rule of law’: Elon Law graduates sworn to state, federal bars
May 29, 2026
A May swearing-in ceremony hosted by the Greensboro Bar Association marked the culmination of law school graduates’ studies as they joined the North Carolina and federal courts.
Elon Law students hear from six N.C. Court of Appeals judges in rare opportunity
April 20, 2026
Two panels of judges with the North Carolina Court of Appeals heard arguments in Elon Law's Robert E. Long Courtroom, offering appellate insights and practical advice to students.
Elon Law marks highest ever first-time N.C. Bar Exam passage
April 3, 2026
The Class of 2025’s 91.96% first-time North Carolina Bar Examination passage rate far exceeds state average and marks continued rise in the School of Law’s student outcomes.
Dmitri McKinney L’25 appears on NPR’s ‘Wait Wait … Don’t Tell Me!’ quiz show
March 25, 2026
The recent Elon Law graduate joined host Peter Sagal for the show’s “Bluff the Listener” game, guessing which unusual New York story was real.
N.C. Supreme Court justice to Elon Law grads: ‘Get in the well’
December 15, 2025
The Hon. Phil Berger Jr., North Carolina Supreme Court Justice, delivered a Commencement address to the Ʒ School of Law Class of 2025 emphasizing the importance of using legal skills to serve those facing hardship.
In a hero’s footsteps: Trey McClenny L’26 finds his path at Elon Law
November 7, 2025
Dave “Shoe Ball” McClenny ’49 was a WWII hero whose footprints are preserved at a monument in Belgium honoring American servicemembers. His grandson, Trey McClenny L’25, was recently elected Student Bar Association president at Elon Law in Greensboro.
The power of one ‘Yes’: Jordan Thompson ’14 L’17 shares journey from Elon Law to TikTok
September 17, 2025
Jordan Thompson ’14 L’17, legal counsel at TikTok, returned to Elon Law to discuss his career and offer insights for students looking to land their dream job. Thompson is a member of the law school’s advisory board.
Elon Law Convocation message to Class of 2027: ‘Cultivate character’
August 6, 2025
The Hon. John Morris L’10, the law school’s first graduate to become a Superior Court judge, urged Elon Law’s largest-ever class to commit themselves to diligence, service and perseverance during ceremonies held Aug. 5, 2025, in Ʒ's Alumni Gym.
McClanahan L’14 wins ABA ‘Top 40 Young Lawyers’ award
July 28, 2025
Blaire McClanahan L'14 was recognized by the American Bar Association's Young Lawyers Division with the "On the Rise - Top 40 Young Lawyers" award for the difference she's making in the legal field and community.
Two new members join Elon Law advisory board
March 28, 2025
Jonathan Kelly, founder and CEO of Asymmetric Holdings Worldwide, and Barron Thompson L’09, serving as a judge for N.C. District Court 37, joined the group of prominent attorneys and business leaders who counsel the School of Law.