The Ziffren Institute invites students, faculty, alumni, and community members to an evening of engaging dialogue on First Amendment law. This year’s Melville B. Nimmer Memorial Lecture will feature a keynote address by Erwin Chemerinsky, Dean and Jesse H. Choper Distinguished Professor of Law at the University of California, Berkeley School of Law.

The lecture will take place in person at UCLA School of Law and will also be livestreamed for remote participants. A reception will follow, offering attendees an opportunity to continue the conversation and connect with colleagues. Minimum Continuing Legal Education (MCLE) credit will be available.

Event Details

• Date: Wednesday, March 18, 2026
• Lecture: 6:00–7:30 p.m. PT
• Reception: 7:30–8:30 p.m., immediately following in Shapiro Courtyard
• Location: UCLA School of Law (Room 1457) & Livestream

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