AI & Attorney-Client Privilege
Join Professor Doron Kalir and Cybersecurity Center Executive Director Cory Scott for a discussion of how generative AI is testing the boundaries of attorney–client privilege, with a focus on emerging case law and real-world waiver risks.
CSU|Law Faculty Contribute to Ongoing Legal Conversations
Faculty at Cleveland State University College of Law continue to engage with timely legal and policy questions, offering analysis that reflects both scholarly depth and real-world perspective.
Through recent faculty commentary and reflections, CSU Law professors have explored a range of issues shaping today’s legal landscape—from constitutional interpretation and public policy debates to developments affecting the legal profession and legal education.
In Memoriam: Professor Emeritus Thomas D. Buckley
The Cleveland State University College of Law community mourns the passing of Professor Emeritus Thomas D. Buckley, a distinguished teacher, scholar, and civil liberties advocate who devoted more than four decades to the education of CSU Law students.
Professor Buckley joined the faculty of what was then the Cleveland‑Marshall College of Law in the early 1970s and taught for more than forty years before retiring as Professor Emeritus. During his long tenure he taught courses including constitutional law, commercial law, and creditors’ rights, earning the respect of generations of students for his intellectual rigor and deep commitment to the principles of justice and constitutional governance.
From the Deans' Suite - 3/3/26 - The Profession in the Building
When we talk about what makes CSU Law special, we always highlight our alumni and our deep connections to the practicing bar and the fact that lawyers don’t just support this school — they show up.
Last week offered a vivid slice of how the local legal community shows up for our students. Judges, alumni, legislators, and practicing attorneys were in our building — questioning, mentoring, advising, debating, coaching. Across multiple events, our students were not simply studying the law. They were receiving direct guidance from the lawyers who practice it every day. They were being questioned, coached, and pushed to improve.
Here’s what that looked like.
Moot Court Night: Appellate Advocacy on Display
From the Deans' Suite - 2/25/26 - Faculty & Staff Focus | February 2026: Scholarship, Leadership & Global Impact
We are very fortunate to have outstanding full-time, adjunct, and emeritus faculty, leaders-in-residence, and staff. We are pleased to share regular updates on their excellent scholarship, presentations, teaching, and service. This Faculty/Staff Focus is distributed widely to Law School students, faculty, staff, alumni, and the CSU community.
CSU Law Launches International Law Center, Expanding Global Leadership and Student Engagement
Cleveland State University College of Law formally launched the International Law Center in Summer 2025, marking a significant step forward in the College’s expanding leadership in global legal scholarship, teaching, and student engagement.
Under the direction of Milena Sterio, BakerHostetler Professor of Law and Center Director, the Center is quickly emerging as a dynamic hub for timely, real-world engagement with international and comparative legal issues.
The International Law Center reflects CSU Law’s longstanding strength in international legal scholarship while creating a formal structure to deepen programming, student opportunities, and global collaboration.
Moot Court Night 2026
The CSU Law Moot Court Team competes in simulated appelllate advocacy competitions where students argue hypothetical legal cases against other schools before a panel of judges. Members engage in extensive legal research, draft persusaive appellate briefs, and deliver oral arguments responding to challneging questions. The competition format mirrors real-world appellate proceedings, with each competition focusing on a specific area of the law. Moot Court helps students refine their legal reasoning, public speaking, and advocacy skills while providing valuable experience in high-pressure legal enviorments. Team members compete in regional and national competitions, gaining recognition for their school and netwokring with other legal professionals.
In Memory of Chief Magistrate Judge Gregory F. Clifford '80
Cleveland State University College of Law mourns the passing of Chief Magistrate Judge Gregory F. Clifford '80, a distinguished alumnus, Hall of Fame member, and deeply respected leader in the Cleveland legal community. Chief Magistrate Clifford served the Cleveland Municipal Court for decades beginning in 1986, including as Chief Magistrate from 2001, and was known for his integrity, steady leadership, and enduring commitment to public service. He was devoted to CSU Law throughout his career, serving as a member of the College of Law's Board of Visitors and a mentor to generations of students. He also was a life member, longtime trustee and President (2017-18) of the Cleveland State University Law Alumni Association (CSULAA).
