The Connector

Posts and articles sharing innovations and insights about law school and the legal field, authored or curated by the dean and faculty of the nation's first online law school.

News and Commentary

Overcoming the Hurdles of Cross-Border IP Enforcement

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News and Commentary

A Look at the Potential Benefits and Risks of Smart Contracts

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Dean's Column

Dean’s Letter, Summer 2026

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News and Commentary

The Potential Impact of Repealing the Corporate Transparency Act

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News and Commentary

Health Care Sector Faces Scrutiny for Noncompete Agreements

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News and Commentary

California Gives Teeth to Its Long-Standing Noncompete Ban