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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

 

Daniel Solove

IAPP Features GW Law Professor Daniel Solove

May 29, 2025

The IAPP featured GW Law Professor Daniel Solove in its "25 leaders, 25 moments at 25 years" series on LinkedIn.

Associate Dean Rosa Celorio Co-Authors Article on Gendered Consequences of U.S. Mass Deportations

May 27, 2025

In collaboration with George Washington University Global Women’s Institute and the Washington Office on Latin America, Dean Rosa Celorio co-authored an article entitled, Gendered Consequences of U.S. Mass Deportations: How Shifting Migration Policies Endanger Women and Girls.

Cheryl Kettler

Fundamentals of Lawyering: Creative Problem Design

May 22, 2025

Professor Cheryl Kettler talks about how the GW Law Fundamentals of Lawyering Program creates creative and realistic problems for 1L classes.

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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

"President Trump said he 'brought back free speech.’ His first 100 days tell a different story."

PolitFact quoted Mary Anne Franks on the president’s use of free speech to use governmental powers to go after critics.

"House GOP Tax Bill Narrows Window to Challenge Pipeline Projects"

Bloomberg Law News quoted Emily Hammond that the markup in this bill tries to close the door on environmental harm being recognized as real injuries.

"Texas Lawmakers Score Major Victory in Bringing Ten Commandments Into Classrooms"

The Daily Beast quoted Robert Tuttle that religious instruction is not a state’s job.

"Some of Trump's loyalty-first picks for prosecutors draw opposition from senators who can block them"

The Associated Press quoted Stephen Saltzburg on the tradition of bipartisan support U.S. attorneys now under attack during this presidential administration.

"Texas Legislature passed a bill to allow a period for prayer or religious study"

The Texas Tribune quoted Robert Tuttle on First Amendment concerns over Texas's prayer law, which may violate bans on state-imposed religion.

 

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.

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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