Message From the Dean
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Cover Story
Sia Baker Barnes: Effecting Change
When Rosalyn ‘Sia’ Baker-Barnes ('00) completed her undergraduate degree in communications at Florida State University in 1996, she found herself at a crossroads. One path led to a career in sideline reporting. “I love all sports,” said Baker-Barnes, “I will watch tennis, basketball, football, and soccer all day.” The other path led to law school.
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Alumni Focus
A Journey Marked by Faith and Dedication
Shannon Bream ('96) is one of the most prominent figures in journalism and broadcasting today. She is anchor of FOX News Sunday, chief legal correspondent for the network, host of FOX News Radio’s “Livin’ the Bream” podcast, and author of four books, including three New York Times bestsellers. Her journey is one marked by faith, passion, and hard work.
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Tor Friedman Lives to Help
When Tor Friedman ('05) was a student at Florida State University College of Law, he used to drive by the historic building that now houses his firm and envision practicing law there. The picturesque home in downtown Tallahassee is just a short walk from the Leon County Courthouse, making it an ideal location for the criminal lawyer to help people move forward.
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In Memory of Terrence J. “Terry” Russell
Terry Russell ('69) passed away on February 28, 2023. Russell, a member of the College of Law's charter class, was devoted to the law school and active in the alumni association. The following article is a collection of tributes written by some of his classmates.
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Q&A with Exemplary Public Service Career Award Winner Susan Maher
FSU Law presented alumna Susan Maher ('84) with the Exemplary Public Service Career Award in September 2022. The award recognizes Florida State University College of Law graduates who have dedicated their careers to public service and who have demonstrated exceptional character, integrity, humility and professionalism, as well as the highest regard for ethics.
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Top News
Alumni and Dean Emeritus Weidner Honored
Eisler Book Launch Event
Nine New Professors Join FSU Law
FSU Law Students Win National Legal Innovation Tournament
Florida State Ranked Nation's 8th Best Value Law School
FSU Business Review Symposium
New Executive Education Course on Private Investments
FSU BLSA Advances to National Competition
Alberto Mora Presents Inaugural D’Alemberte & Palmer Lecture in International Human Rights
Generative AI for Lawyers Webinar Event
Federal Judges Visit FSU Law
FSU College of Law Ranked Nation's 2nd for Best Quality of Life and 7th for Best Professors
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