Danielle Wingfield

Henry L. Marsh III was a mentor, fighter, & visionary.I sat with him countless times, learning & preserving his story. His passing is a loss not just for Virginia, but for the movement for justice. Today, I feel the weight of a new era—we must carry his light forward.#RestInPower

I’m so grateful for the calm of the elders. My father didn’t blink when he heard the election results today. Born in 1957. Served in the Army. Knows what it means to put your life on the line for America, while often being treated as a second-class citizen. As a millennial, I used to think he was cynical or lacked optimism. Now I realize it was just steadiness— an ability to dream soberly without losing yourself when the setbacks inevitably come. If you need it, talk to an elder today.

Please join us for the Boston University Law Review's fall symposium, open to all students and faculty! The relationship between law and expertise sits at the heart of debates about democracy and governance.

.@DorothyERoberts’ work has influenced my scholarship in so many ways; I am thrilled to see her recognized for her brilliance and impact! Congratulations 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽

My article, Universal Public Defense, found a home in @HarvardCRCL, vol. 60 (forthcoming 2025). How might mandated UPD, where everyone is req’d to receive a state funded defender regardless of income, change the criminal adjudication system? I welcome comments & feedback 🙏🏾

So excited to virtually premiere a powerful new project— part documentary, part drama— on James Apostle Fields: lawyer, VA Delegate, educator, & HU’s first grad! 🎬 Proceeds benefit a HU scholarship & a commissioned painting. Get your ticket & join me! 🎟️ eventbrite.com/e/first-class-…

Had a great time moderating a brilliant discussion on the Constitution with amazing panelists @lawproflain, @wyattrolla (ACLU), and Maisie Osteen (LAJC) on #ConstitutionDay at @URLaw. Such insightful perspectives! Thanks, #ACSLaw, for hosting a great event. #ConstitutionDay2024

New Member Scholar @StokesApproved of @URLawSchool presented last Friday at the #EJSymposium hosted by the Community Engagement, Environmental Justice & Health Center @UMDPublicHealth. Pictured: Danielle Stokes with Center analysts Catalina Gonzales and Bryan Dunning! 🌍💡

We are thrilled to be joined by two constitutional law scholars, Professors @lawproflain and @dcwing_ from the @URLawSchool to discuss the Supreme Court's recent ruling on presidential immunity. The conversation explores how the 2024 SCOTUS decision in Trump v. United States builds on earlier cases like Nixon v. Fitzgerald and Clinton v. Jones, granting former presidents greater immunity from prosecution, even for potentially criminal acts performed in office. The professors delve into the broader implications of the ruling, the balance of powers between the executive branch and other government bodies, and the unsettling possibilities for future presidents to push the boundaries of their authority without legal consequence. Available wherever you listen to podcasts or you can watch the interview here: youtu.be/67fkdcSD5Wg

Just finished moderating a very generative discussion group on Constitutional Family Law with amazing colleagues, including my dear Richmond Law colleague Julie McConnell. The Family Law Programming team did a great job organizing us. #SEALS2024 @URLawSchool

“The very serious function of racism is distraction.” We can’t let this lawsuit derail us from what we do best: produce trailblazing scholarship, make the law accessible to our students, and challenge racism & sexism in the legal academia with our very existence .

We are excited to announce new faculty joining W&L this fall, including senior scholars in the areas of civil rights and children’s rights, plus rising stars in the areas of food and agriculture, international criminal law, the death penalty, and more! columns.wlu.edu/wl-law-welcome…

Ask about Maggie Walker, Jackson Ward and its Black Wall Street in Richmond, VA… such a rich history

Giving a talk today at the Historic Douglass High School in Leesburg, VA commemorating the 70th Anniversary of Brown- “The Impact of Brown v Board Today.” Looking forward to participating in this important conversation. @URLawSchool

So excited to have finished my article, "The Outsiders of Algorithmic Governance" ! Will post onto @SSRN soon. Email me if you’d like to take a look!

@evelynliamalave @URLawSchool @WMBORJ Thank you!

Prof. Danielle Wingfield's (@dcwing_) latest article, "Pathways to Liberty," published in the William & Mary Bill of Rights Journal (@WMBORJ) excavates history and explores the role of education in shaping our past and present. scholarship.law.wm.edu/wmborj/vol32/i…

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