The Don G. McCormick Writing Prize
October 24, 2025
The Don G. McCormick Writing Prize is awarded annually to an Elements of Legal Argumentation (ELA) II student with the brief that best represents and exemplifies excellence in legal writing. Each year, ELA II professors nominate the top brief from their class, and a distinguished member of the legal community selects the winner. The judging criteria include conciseness, clarity, accurate legal citation, style, and ethical advocacy. This year’s recipient is Melissa Anderson, whose brief was reviewed and chosen by The Honorable Michael Bustamante.

2025 Distinguished Achievement Awards Dinner
October 23, 2025
The UNM School of Law and the Board of the UNM School of Law Alumni Association hosted the annual Distinguished Achievement Awards Dinner on October 17, 2025. The 2025 Distinguished Achievement Awards were presented to Paul Biderman, The Honorable M. Monica Zamora, and Peter Cubra. The Alumni Promise Award was presented to Lauren E. Riley.

UNM School of Law Class of 2005 Celebrates 20-Year Reunion
September 27, 2025
The UNM School of Law Class of 2005 gathered on September 27, 2025, to celebrate their 20-year reunion