The Legal Writing Institute (LWI) hosted its 2022 Biennial Conference from July 20 to July 23, 2022, at Georgetown University Law Center in Washington, D.C. This flagship event brought together over 500 legal writing professionals from around the world to share insights, explore new ideas, and foster professional growth within the legal writing community.
The conference featured a diverse array of presentations and workshops covering key topics such as legal writing pedagogy, scholarship, and professional development. Attendees engaged in sessions that addressed innovative teaching methods, advancements in legal writing research, and strategies for enhancing student engagement and success.
In addition to the educational sessions, the conference provided ample networking opportunities, including an opening reception sponsored by Drexel University Thomas R. Kline School of Law and a gala event supported by multiple law schools. These events allowed participants to connect with peers, exchange ideas, and build lasting professional relationships.
The LWI Biennial Conference is designed for legal writing educators, scholars, and practitioners seeking to stay at the forefront of the field. By attending, participants gain valuable insights into current trends, best practices, and emerging challenges in legal writing education and scholarship.
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Speakers(5)
Alissa Hartig
Associate Professor of Applied Linguistics at Portland State University
Alissa Hartig is an academic specializing in applied linguistics, focusing on language use in legal contexts and its implications for legal writing and communication.
Brad Desnoyer
Associate Clinical Professor of Law at Indiana University Robert H. McKinney School of Law
Brad Desnoyer is a legal educator with expertise in legal writing and pedagogy, contributing to the development of effective legal writing instruction.
Nantiya Ruan
Professor of the Practice of Law at University of Denver Sturm College of Law
Nantiya Ruan is a legal scholar and educator known for her work in legal writing and advocacy for social justice, emphasizing experiential learning in legal education.
Rosario Lozada
Professor of Legal Skills and Values and Director of Well-Being in Law at Florida International University College of Law
Rosario Lozada focuses on legal skills education and promotes well-being among law students and professionals, integrating mindfulness into legal education.
Sherrilyn Ifill
President & Director-Counsel Emeritus at NAACP Legal Defense Fund
Sherrilyn Ifill is a prominent civil rights attorney who served as the President and Director-Counsel of the NAACP Legal Defense Fund, advocating for racial justice and equality.
Event Details
- Date
- July 20-23, 2022
- 4 days
- Location
- 🇺🇸 Washington, United States
- Georgetown University Law Center
- Audience
- Legal writing educators, scholars, and practitioners
- Attendees
- Over 500 participants