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GW Law Exists to Make an Impact on the Law and the World

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.

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Our Impact

 

Mélida Hodgson speaking at the Brand-Manatt lecture.

American Society of International Law President Mélida Hodgson Addresses International Arbitration

November 20, 2024

GW Law's annual Brand-Manatt Lecture keynote speaker was Mélida Hodgson.

Six JAG Corps members wearing military uniforms and sitting at a table answer law students' questions during the annual JAG recruiter panel event.

GW Law Hosts Annual JAG Corps Recruitment Panel

November 19, 2024

Over 50 GW Law students attended the annual Judge Advocate General's Corps panel to learn about serving as military lawyers.

Celebration of Teaching booklet

GW Law Hosts a Celebration of Teaching

November 14, 2024

This fall we hosted an event recognizing and celebrating the inspiring and innovative teaching done by the GW Law faculty.

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Degree Programs

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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Leila_Diallo

"The GW Law community is overwhelmingly supportive. My law school experience is significantly better with the advice, guidance, and support of my GW Law family. So don’t be afraid to ask others for help, including me. Networking is the vehicle that drives professional success, especially in DC. It is critical to find people who are willing to invest in you."

Leila M. Diallo
Class of 2023

 

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GW Law by the Numbers

 

9,021

Total First-Year Applications

17

Countries Represented

20

Practice Areas Offered

2.5 Miles

From the Supreme Court of the United States

65

Student Organizations

 

 

Faculty in the News

"JONATHAN TURLEY: Why I'm congratulating the Washington Post"

Jonathan Turley wrote for Fox News.

"Kamala Harris is slipping in the polls, but not with university professors"

Jonathan Turley wrote for the Hill.

"Energy Efficiency Rule Slowdown Expected as Trump Returns"

Bloomberg Law quoted Emily Hammond on the likelihood of slow downs in the Department of Energy during Trump’s second term.

“How far can Trump go, and who will be there to stop him?"

DW quoted comments made by JP Collins on Trumps’ ability to now cement his federal judiciary vision.

"Trump readies to name 'fearless' conservative judges in second term"

Reuters featured JP Collins on the likelihood of Trump’s significantly conservative judicial picks.


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Current Students

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. 

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Academics

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 group photo at 2021 reunion weekend

Alumni & Giving

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. 

 

 

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