"New York state Prop 1 to retroactively legalize Mount Van Hoevenberg Olympic Sports Complex"
Ithacan quoted Sara Bronin on New York State’s Prop One.
Today, GW Law prepares students with the theoretical and practical knowledge to view the law in an increasingly global context. With an extensive curriculum, a faculty of well-respected scholars and practitioners, high-quality externship opportunities in the nation’s capital, robust mentorship programs, and an emphasis on professionalism and career development, we assist students in exploring the law in depth and finding their own place within it.
The National Jurist Gives GW Law's Business and Finance Program A+ Rating
October 29, 2025
The National Jurist ranked GW Law's Business and Finance Law program as among the best in the country.
When the Government Shutdown Impacted Field Placement Students, the GW Law Community Stepped In
GW Law Alumni and Faculty Helped Field Placement Find Over 50 Alternative Opportunities for Affected Students
October 28, 2025
GW Law alumni and faculty helped at least 45 students find alternative externship opportunities after the federal government shutdown paused their work.
GW Law Dean Dayna Bowen Matthew Inducted into National Academy of Medicine
October 23, 2025
The National Academy of Medicine (NAM) recognized GW Law Dean Dayna Bowen Matthew for her contributions to the public health field.
GW Law offers a range of degrees designed to equip students with the legal knowledge they need to make a difference in the world. We encourage you to explore our degree programs and consider the quality of education provided at the George Washington University Law School.
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"New York state Prop 1 to retroactively legalize Mount Van Hoevenberg Olympic Sports Complex"
Ithacan quoted Sara Bronin on New York State’s Prop One.
"'We’re going to kill them': doubts grow over legality of US air strikes in Caribbean"
The Financial Times quoted Laura Dickinson in an article about the ongoing boat strikes.
"Restore Corporate Discipline by Reining in Shareholder Proposals"
Lawrence Cunningham authored an article for Bloomberg Law on the SEC’s shareholder proposal rule.
"What Will the Trump-Era Crackdown on Drug Ads Accomplish?"
Undark Magazine quoted Paul Schiff Berman on Trump’s crackdown on drug ads.
"Food giants may lean more on lawsuits as private label encroaches on their turf"
Food Dive quoted Robert Brauneis on private-label products in grocery stores.
Attending GW Law is about more than receiving a law degree. It’s about the activities you’ll get involved with, the traditions you’ll partake in, the people you’ll meet, and the memories you’ll make.
A dynamic combination of support and career development from the start of each student’s legal education sets the GW Law experience apart from all others.
GW Law alumni forge lasting relationships with one another—as well as with faculty and staff—that enrich their lives and careers and present unique experiences.