Legal

Articles covering lawsuits, court decisions, and legal developments that affect Harvard, its policies, or its broader role in higher education and society.

Scales of justice and a gavel resting on open law books with a blurred courtroom background.

Harvard in the Crosshairs |

In Federal Court, Harvard and the Government Have Friends

A look at the amicus curiae briefs in Harvard’s funding case

by Tamara Evdokimova

The “Veritas” motto etched into stone atop the 1875 gate into Harvard Yard

Harvard in the Crosshairs |

Trump Administration Alleges Harvard Violated Student Civil Rights

In a court filing, the University says government has ignored procedure to “inflict pain.”

by Tamara Evdokimova