Harold Hongju Koh (Yale), On Academic Lawyers in the U.S. Government: Walter's Wisdom, 102 N.C. L. Rev. 1321 (2024): 

Walter Dellinger was one of the most effective lawyers ever to work in the United States government. He was also a natural mentor, which made him a source of joy and wisdom for generations. In remembering Walter, we should recall his wisdom regarding the difference between academic and government lawyers, the government lawyer’s duty to explain, and the human qualities that, over a storied career, earn lawyers genuine affection and respect.

Conclusion
That was the Walter Dellinger I knew. One of a kind. Where others trudged, he flew and danced. He was so generous with his wisdom—“Walter’s Wisdom”—but even more so with his generosity and his love. There was never bitterness or pettiness in Walter, just love and joy and fun.

So that is the message that we should take away from this Symposium: don’t just miss Walter. Emulate his joy and courage. And most of all: let us all keep learning from Walter’s Wisdom!

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