Professor Denis McLaughlin on Becoming a Lawyer In a moving orientation address, Professor Denis McLaughlin urged the Class of 2029 to see themselves as members of the legal profession—and to use that privilege to improve the lives of others. 08/21/2026In a moving orientation address, Professor Denis McLaughlin urged the Class of 2029 to see themselves as members of the legal profession—and to use that privilege to improve the lives of others. By Sabina LeeAwards and MilestonesFacultyAdministration,Events,FacultymclaugdeClass of 2029orientationstudents