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100 Years On: The Legacy of Meyer v. Nebraska—For Parental Rights and Beyond

April 14 @ 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm

Join us online or in-person at the University of Nebraska College of Law for a timely discussion marking the recent centennial of Meyer v. Nebraska and examining its enduring impact on parental rights and constitutional law presented by the Historical Society of the United States Courts in the 8th Circuit, the Ninth Judicial Circuit Historical Society, and University of Nebraska College of Law.

Moderated by the Honorable Robert Rossiter, Chief Judge of the U.S. District Court for the District of Nebraska, this program will feature a distinguished panel of scholars and jurists:

  • William G. Ross—Professor, Cumberland Law School at Samford University and Guest Editor of the NJCHS Western Legal History
  • Jamie Cooper—Professor, University of Nebraska College of Law
  • Hon. Rachel Daugherty—District Court, 5th Judicial District (Hamilton County), Nebraska
  • Hon. Stefanie Martinez—District Court, 2nd Judicial District (Sarpy Country), Nebraska

A reception will follow the CLE panel. 1 hour of Nebraska CLE is available. See more here!

Tuesday, April 14, 2026
5:30pm CDT / 3:30pm PDT 
Nebraska College of Law
1875 N 42nd St
Lincoln, NE 68503

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Nebraska College of Law
1875 42nd Steet
Lincoln, NE 68503 United States
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