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Why did the insanity defense fail in ‘American Sniper’ trial?

February 27, 2015

In this week’s “Elon Law Now” series, Professor Michael Rich explains Texas requirements to establish legal insanity in the context of the recently concluded trial of Eddie Ray Routh, the man who shot and killed Chris Kyle, subject of the recent Oscar-nominated film American Sniper, and his friend Chad Littlefield at a Texas shooting range. 

Elon Law to open on delayed schedule – Feb. 27

February 25, 2015

The start of classes and the opening of law school offices are delayed to 10:00 a.m. tomorrow, Friday, February 27.  Security will be on hand and the building will open at 9:30 a.m. Students please read this article for important schedule details. 

Elon Law Operating on Delay – Feb. 24

February 24, 2015

Due to the inclement weather this morning, Tuesday, Feb. 24, Elon Law class and office/department schedules are altered. Classes and activities scheduled to begin prior to 1:30 p.m. are cancelled. Read this article for additional details.

 

Business Law Speaker Series – J. Lee Lloyd – March 23

February 20, 2015

Elon Law's Business Law Speaker Series will feature mergers and acquisitions expert Lee Lloyd on Monday, March 23 from 12:40 to 1:20 in Room 204. This event is open to members of the Elon Law community. Student and faculty attendance is encouraged. RSVP requested. Details follow.

Did executive immigration order stumble over procedure?

February 20, 2015

On Feb. 17 a federal judge blocked the Obama administration’s executive action that seeks to shield millions of illegal immigrants from deportation. Elon Law Professor Enrique Armijo provides analysis of the decision’s central legal issue in this week’s “Elon Law Now.”

Become an Elon Law Fellow

February 19, 2015

Business and Leadership Fellows at Elon Law benefit from scholarships, stipend-support externships and regular interaction with leaders in law. Learn more and apply now.

Admissions Open House – Feb. 27

February 15, 2015

Elon Law's Feb. 27 Open House will take place as scheduled, beginning at 2 pm. We welcome all individuals considering law school and their guests to experience Elon Law by attending the Open House. For those unable to attend due to weather conditions, we hope you will visit us for additional Open Houses and Admitted Student Days planned for March and April.