Located in New Orleans, one of the nation’s most vibrant and culturally rich cities, Tulane Law School provides students with a sharpened understanding of community engagement and global change.
By combining a sophisticated understanding of law in its global context with hands-on skills training in service to our own community, Tulane Law prepares students for leadership in an increasingly diverse and interconnected profession.
Davies named Niels F. Johnsen Chair in Maritime Law
Martin Davies, the longtime director of the Tulane Maritime Law Center and an internationally recognized authority in the field, has been named the Niels F. Johnsen Chair in Maritime Law.
Davies succeeds Professor Robert Force, the iconic founder of Tulane’s maritime law program who held the Johnsen Chair in Maritime Law from 1989 until his retirement earlier this year.
Tulane Law School News
Upcoming Events
10th Annual Pathways & Pipelines to Success Program
Dates: April 5
Student registration is available online through April 3, 2025
Location: Weinmann Hall
Dates: May 17
Commencement takes place the third weekend of May in most instances.
Location: Weinmann Hall
Louisiana Parole Project Service Drive
Dates: March 31 – April 11, 2025
The Catholic Lawyer’s Association and the Christian Legal Society are hosting a service project for the Louisiana Parole Project. Please donate hygiene products and gently used clothing in the donation box.
Location: Weinmann Hall
Tulane Law Students Offer Free Tax Help, Saturdays
Dates: Saturdays, March 8th through April 12th
The Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program is a free service and available on Saturdays, March 8th through April 12th from 9:00am until 4:30pm.
Location: Tulane Law School’s John Giffen Weinmann Hall, 6329 Freret St
