Albany Law School Podcast

In this powerful episode, we sit down with Vincent O'Neil, a 2L at Albany Law School, to hear his remarkable story of resilience and transformation. Growing up in Wisconsin, Vincent had what he calls a "typical middle-class upbringing" but struggled with addiction and legal troubles starting at age 13. After years of battling substance abuse, multiple stints in jail, and trying to find his footing...

In this episode, Jacob Skoda '25 shares his journey from serving in the Air Force to pursuing a law degree, driven by a passion for advocating on behalf of veterans. He explains why it's so important to fight for veterans' rights and secure the benefits they deserve. With Veterans Day approaching, Jacob also highlights the upcoming Veterans Law Day at Albany Law School, a free event presented by t...

Episode Overview: In this episode, we dive into Mental Health Awareness Week at Albany Law School, organized by the Colby Fellowship and the Albany Law Student Wellness Society. Our guests discuss the importance of prioritizing mental health in law school, strategies for fostering supportive conversations, and the resources available to students. Featured Groups: 1. Colby Fellowship Established in...

Meet Yuna Midani (Oh), a recent graduate of the Albany Law School Class of 2024. While at Albany Law, Midani made significant strides, demonstrating a commitment to excellence and a passion for the legal field. In this interview, she shares insights from her summer legal clerk internship at Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner (BCLP) in Belgium, reflecting on her experiences and the skills she developed. J...

In this episode, we share President and Dean Cinnamon Carlarne's recent State of the School address. Addressing alumni, students, faculty, and staff, Dean Carlarne reflects on our achievements and future. Be sure to subscribe and like so you don’t miss any updates!

Today’s episode is especially exciting as we reflect on two unique events illustrating the incredible opportunities Albany Law School offers its students. Recently, Albany Law School held two events a week apart, with the Chief Judge of the New York State Court of Appeals as the headliner, hence the name Chief Week. Part one of Chief Week was the final round of the prestigious Domenick L. Gabriell...

APALSA president Isuri Poththewela and member Ambreen Aslam (rising 2L) join the Albany Law School podcast during Asian & Pacific American Heritage Month to discuss the importance of creating a welcoming and diverse campus environment while encouraging involvement with issues touching the legal profession, the law school, and the Asian and Pacific communities.  The Asian Pacific American Law S...

Anthony Sokolowski '19 enrolled at Albany Law School as a father; balancing fatherhood and law school was anything but easy. Sokolowski is forever grateful that the Albany Law School community embraced him and his situation with open minds and arms. He credits much of his success as an attorney and a father to his time at Albany Law School and recounts one of the most memorable moments he has...

The DEI office is crucial to Albany Law School as we look to welcome and support students of all races, cultures, gender identities, sexual orientations, and abilities. The work this team has done and continues to do is inspiring as we commit to providing a supportive and inclusive environment for our ever growing student population. We welcome two members of The Albany Law School Diversity, Equit...

On March 27, Albany Law School celebrated the 30th Anniversary of Kate Stoneman Day! This tradition celebrates women in the law in honor of the law school’s first female graduate, Kate Stoneman, Class of 1898. Albany Law School's prestigious Stoneman Awards are presented to individuals who have demonstrated a commitment to seeking change and expanding opportunities for women within the legal p...

The Government Law Center at Albany Law School hosted the third and final program in the series, Transcending Gender, Sex, and the Law, on December 7, 2023. In this program, panelist discussed the future of legal rights and protections for transgender, gender non-conforming, and intersex (TGNCI) people in New York State, including potential statutory reforms, regulatory reforms, and litigation tha...

Legal experts and government officials discussed the possibilities and challenges of implementing statewide sustainable development initiatives at the municipal level during the annual Edwin L. Crawford Program on Municipal Law at Albany Law School on Friday, November 17, 2023. The program, hosted by the Government Law Center at Albany Law School, examined how state initiatives impact local govern...

The Government Law Center at Albany Law School hosted the second of three programs in the series, Transcending Gender, Sex, and the Law, on November 9, 2023. In this program, panelists discussed some of the many challenges that transgender, gender non-conforming, and intersex youth and families encounter in New York State, the myriad ways in which the legal community, advocacy groups, and state go...

Judges, journalists, attorneys, and law enforcement officials discussed the rights, responsibilities, and liability of the media, courts, and law enforcement in a fictional criminal trial during the Fair Trial/Free Press Conference: Gag Orders, Anonymous Juries, and the Media, on Friday, November 3, 2023, at Albany Law School.   The program explored the legal, political, and ethical issues that co...

Jane M. Spinak, the Edward Ross Aranow Clinical Professor Emerita of Law at Columbia Law School delivered the 9th annual Katheryn D. Katz ’70 Memorial Lecture on Wednesday, November 8, 2023 at 5:30 p.m. Professor Spinak is a renowned advocate for children’s welfare, family rights and juvenile justice. She presented the lecture titled The End of Family Court.

The Government Law Center at Albany Law School hosted the first of three programs in the series, Transcending Gender, Sex, and the Law, on October 26, 2023. In this program, panelists discussed some of the many challenges that transgender, gender non-conforming, and intersex adults encounter in New York State, the myriad ways in which the legal community, advocacy groups, and state government have...

In honor of Domestic Violence Month, the Government Law Center and Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at Albany Law School and community partners co-hosted “Cultural Responsiveness in Domestic Violence Services.” Panelists discussed the role of culture in violence prevention, how victims experience abuse in culturally specific ways, and strategies to practice cultural responsiveness and cu...

Albany Law School Professor Jonathan Rosenbloom, recently released his new book, Remarkable Cities and the Security and Sovereignty of Food and Nutrition: 41 Ways to Regenerate the Local Food System. The environment, climate, and society are rapidly changing. However, government regulations for land utilization and urban expansion lag behind. This powerful book delves into how local governments an...

The Albany Law Review and Government Law Center at Albany Law School hosted a panel discussion exploring judicial selection methods for state high courts employed across the nation. Panelists discussed how judicial selection methods can affect judicial independence, accountability, diversity, and public confidence. Panelists also discussed issues that can arise during the selection process and pot...

Jonas Caballero ‘24 is doing incredibly important, difficult, and necessary work helping incarcerated individuals. He speaks in-depth about it on this week’s podcast. For those who are sensitive to the topics, there is discussion about rape and sexual abuse in this episode. Jonas recently went to Washington to be part of a Congressional Briefing regarding the 20th anniversary of the Prison Rape El...

Marie-Therese Witte ‘24 is leading the oldest student-led law review in the nation. As you might imagine, the Albany Law Review has quite an interesting history. When it began, it also served as a news source for campus happenings and updates. It was decades before the internet, after all. Witte, a former Latin and Spanish teacher, is grateful to be part of the community as a non-traditional stude...

Albany Law School's 19th President and Dean, Cinnamon P. Carlarne, highlighted Reunion 2023 with her first State of the School address on Friday, September 29. "Albany Law School is stronger than ever and poised to continue building on its existing strengths. I am proud and honored to get to be a part of this community," she said. The speech focused on law school's achievements o...

Presented by the National Alumni Association, and celebrating alumni and friends for their dedication to Albany Law School. The 2023 Honorees are: Distinguished Alumni Award Robert L. Capers ’96 Donald D. DeAngelis ’60 Excellence in Alumni Service Award William W. Pulos ’80 Outstanding Young Alumni Award Mara D. Afzali ’17 Humanitarian Achievement Award Peter J. Glennon, Esq. ’04 Trustees’ Gold Me...

Max Sevor is not only leading SBA as its new Executive President, but he is engaged on Albany Law Review and in the GLC Fellows program! Meet him on this week’s podcast. Albany Law School Student Bar Association: https://albanylawsba.org/ 2023 Barrister's Ball: https://www.flickr.com/photos/albanylaw/albums/72177720307770256 Albany Law School Student Organizations: https://www.albanylaw.edu/st...

It is our honor to welcome The 19th President and Dean of Albany Law School - Cinnamon P. Carlarne - to this week’s podcast! She talks about growing up in Texas, her passion for environmental law, and her daughter picking up field hockey. More about Dean Carlarne: https://www.albanylaw.edu/faculty/faculty-directory/cinnamon-p-carlarne