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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

 

Austin Park

Alumni Spotlight: Austin Park, JD '23

October 8, 2026

Park shares how the GW in New York program and the business and finance law program overall provided the foundation for his career in financial restructuring.

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GW Law Hosts Panel on National Security Careers in Law Firms

October 7, 2026

The National Security Law Program and the NSLSA hosted a “National Security Careers in Law Firms” panel in the Burns Moot Courtroom on September 23.

Professor Tara Twomey speaks at DC Council meeting.

GW Law Professor Tara Twomey Testifies at Council of the District of Columbia Hearing

October 6, 2026

Professor Twomey provided testimony on Bill 26-771, the Tax Sale Equity Amendment Act of 2026.

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Find Your Home at GW Law

 

 

 

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

"AI Hallucination Case Opens New Era for Procurement Litigation"

Bloomberg Law quoted Jessica Tillipman on government procurement of AI technologies.

"Oklahoma judge’s Flock ruling shows the power of Supreme Court’s digital evidence decision"

The Record quoted Andrew Guthrie Ferguson on Flock cameras.

"Trump Likely Can’t Claim Executive Privilege In Kennedy Center Case, Legal Experts Say"

Forbes quoted Paul Schiff Berman.

"Hedge fund giant Bridgewater emerges as advocate for 'little guy’ in AI debate — pushes taxes to boost 'citizen equity'"

New York Post quoted Jeremy Bearer-Friend.

"How the Midterms Could Complicate the Supreme Court’s New Term"

The New York Times quoted Jeffrey Rosen.


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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.

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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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