Online Legal Education

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August 20, 2026

Meet Timothy Riffe

Meet Timothy Riffe, a Marine veteran and AI architect pursuing law to bridge technology, business, and emerging legal frameworks.

Written by: Syracuse Law Communications

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August 20, 2026

Meet Mary Wilson

Meet Mary Wilson, a Syracuse University alumna and LinkedIn editorial producer pursuing her J.D. to advocate for others through the law.

Written by: Syracuse Law Communications

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August 20, 2026

Meet Jonathan Andrade

Meet Jonathan Andrade, a former Oakland police officer pursuing law school to become a prosecutor and continue serving victims and communities.

Written by: Syracuse Law Communications

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August 20, 2026

Meet David Smeigh

Meet David Smeigh, a career Foreign Service officer and Visa Unit Chief pursuing law to bridge the gap between consular processing and immigration law.

Written by: Syracuse Law Communications

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August 20, 2026

Meet Chanda Powell

Meet incoming student Chanda Powell, a paralegal and mother of six pursuing a trauma-informed approach to family and criminal law at Syracuse Law.

Written by: Syracuse Law Communications

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August 20, 2026

Syracuse Law Welcomes a New JDinteractive Class Balancing Careers, Service, and the Law

This fall of 2026, Syracuse Law welcomes a new class into its hybrid online JDinteractive (JDi) program — a group balancing careers, families, and service to their communities while pursuing a legal education. Read their profiles.

Written by: Syracuse Law Communications

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August 19, 2026

JDinteractive Program Takes 2L From Concerts to Courtrooms

Syracuse Law JDi student Jude Ziliak externed for a Southern District of NY judge while balancing a career as a professional violinist.

Written by: Caroline Reff

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April 29, 2026

Syracuse Law JDinteractive Program Expands Access to Legal Representation in Rural Communities

See how Syracuse Law's JDi program helped four graduates earn law degrees while remaining in their rural and remote communities.

Written by: Caroline Reff

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January 28, 2026

First Time Residency on Voting Rights and Policy Brings Students to Washington, DC to Examine the Origins and Challenges of Americans’ Right to Vote

Syracuse Law's first Voting Rights and Policy residency brought JDinteractive students to Washington, D.C., marking the Voting Rights Act's 60th anniversary.

Written by: Caroline Reff

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December 22, 2025

Professional Lax Player Celebrates Another Win Through Syracuse Law JDinteractive Program

Ginny Capicchioni L'27, a former pro lacrosse goalie and financial executive, pursues her J.D. through Syracuse Law's flexible JDi program.

Written by: Syracuse Law Communications

November 5, 2025

Professor Todd Berger’s Online Trial Practice Course Recognized by Syracuse University Center for Online & Digital Learning

Professor Todd Berger’s online Trial Practice course was recognized by the Syracuse University Center for Online & Digital Learning.

Written by: Syracuse Law Communications

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October 29, 2025

JDi Waivers Allow Greater Access to New York State Bar, In-State Legal Practice

As of April 2026, every JDi graduate who petitioned for a New York bar waiver has succeeded, opening doors to in-state practice.

Written by: Syracuse Law Communications