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Columbia Law School Launches Center for Law and Economy

4/3/2026

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Columbia Law School launched the Center for Law and the Economy, directed by Professors Lina Khan and Lev Menand.
The center focuses on antitrust, banking, and consumer protection to address gaps in economic law research and training.
The center will educate students through its Law and Economy Student Network.
The center will host events and support original research, with notable scholars and former government officials contributing to policy development.

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Columbia Law School launched the Center for Law and the Economy, directed by Professors Lina Khan and Lev Menand.
The center focuses on antitrust, banking, and consumer protection to address gaps in economic law research and training.
The center will educate students through its Law and Economy Student Network.
The center will host events and support original research, with notable scholars and former government officials contributing to policy development.