Supreme Court Justice Sotomayor Lectures at Alabama Law School

Sonia Sotomayor delivers the 2026 Albritton Lecture at the University of Alabama School of Law.

Apr. 9, 2026 at 10:55pm

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A dimly lit, empty lecture hall with rows of wooden desks and chairs, the space filled with warm, golden light streaming through tall windows, creating deep shadows and a sense of solitude, conceptually representing the thoughtful nature of Justice Sotomayor's visit.Justice Sotomayor's visit to the University of Alabama School of Law brings a moment of quiet reflection on the role of the judiciary in American democracy.Tuscaloosa Today

U.S. Supreme Court Justice Sonia Sotomayor delivered the 2026 Albritton Lecture at the University of Alabama School of Law in Tuscaloosa on the afternoon of April 9th.

Why it matters

Justice Sotomayor's visit to the University of Alabama School of Law provides an opportunity for students and the local community to engage with a sitting Supreme Court Justice and gain insights into the judicial process.

The details

Sonia Sotomayor, an Associate Justice of the Supreme Court of the United States, delivered the prestigious Albritton Lecture at the University of Alabama School of Law in Tuscaloosa. The Albritton Lecture series brings distinguished legal scholars and jurists to the law school to share their expertise and perspectives with students and the community.

  • Justice Sotomayor delivered the lecture on the afternoon of April 9, 2026.

The players

Sonia Sotomayor

An Associate Justice of the Supreme Court of the United States, appointed in 2009 by President Barack Obama.

University of Alabama School of Law

A public law school located in Tuscaloosa, Alabama, and part of the University of Alabama system.

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What they’re saying

“I'm honored to deliver the Albritton Lecture and share my perspectives with the students and faculty of the University of Alabama School of Law.”

— Sonia Sotomayor, Associate Justice, Supreme Court of the United States

What’s next

The University of Alabama School of Law will likely share video recordings and transcripts of Justice Sotomayor's lecture with the public in the coming days.

The takeaway

Justice Sotomayor's visit to the University of Alabama School of Law underscores the importance of engaging with the judicial branch and providing students with opportunities to learn from experienced legal professionals.