Dean — Volume 57, Issue 4

This collection of remembrances celebrates the life and career of Jacob D. Hyman, former Dean of the University at Buffalo Law School who served the institution for over 54 years. Hyman was a pioneering figure in legal education, known for his expertise in administrative law, constitutional law, and jurisprudence. He earned his undergraduate degree and law degree from Harvard before practicing at major firms and working for federal agencies. After World War II, he moved to Buffalo to establish a distinguished career teaching and developing the law school's programs. The gathering honors his contributions to legal education, his commitment to student development, and his profound influence on generations of lawyers and the Buffalo community.

Topics: Legal History · Administrative Law

Keywords: Jacob D. Hyman · legal education · administrative law · Buffalo Law School · faculty leadership