"SEC Suit ‘Charts a Perilous New Course,’ Hacked Law Firm Says"
Richard Pierce was quoted by the Washington Post.
Business & Finance Law
The Business and Finance Law program prepares students for legal practice in the public, private, and nonprofit sectors, in all aspects of business and financial law, including corporate law, securities and financial regulation, accounting, antitrust, bankruptcy and reorganization, entrepreneurship, and taxation. The breadth of the program’s course offerings and its opportunities for clinical experience and practical involvement in the field enable students to gain a comprehensive understanding of the world of business and finance law.
In addition to GW’s dominant presence in Washington, DC, GW’s Business and Finance Law (BFL) program has a presence in New York City through its training program and alumni network. The program features a full slate of academic seminar courses, immersive field placements, reflective learning, and workshops on professional development.
While practical experience is essential, another strength is the program faculty and the variety of course offerings. The perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds of our faculty and students enables building a network of colleagues and to gain a broader perspective on the field of business and finance law. Our network of alumni serve as mentors to current students, adding professional support.
Program News
GW Law at AALS 2026
Where to Find GW Law Faculty at the Annual Meeting in New Orleans
January 5, 2026
GW Law professors will be honored in three award ceremonies and featured on 14 panels at this year's meeting.
GW Law Professor Karen Brown to Receive AALS Lifetime Achievement Award
December 9, 2025
GW Law Professor Law Karen Brown will receive the lifetime achievement award at the Association of American Law Schools’ Annual Meeting.
Student Spotlight: GWNY Student Colton McRae
November 18, 2025
Colton McRae, a 3L Business and Finance Law student, is currently doing an internship in the Bankruptcy Court in the Southern District of New York through GWNY.
Upcoming Events
The Business & Finance Law Program holds several events throughout the semester. Please check back for new events.
Faculty in the News
"‘A Hard Sell’: Can Biden’s DOJ Really Shatter Google’s Grip on Digital Ads?"
William Kovacic was quoted by Politico about the quality of the Justice Department’s antitrust lawsuit seeking to break up Google’s advertising business.
Richard Pierce was quoted by Business Insider about the effect the failure to find the Supreme Court leaker will have on the Court going forward.
"Worker Noncompete Ban Proposal Promises FTC Authority Fight"
Richard Pierce was quoted by Bloomberg Law regarding the Federal Trade Commission’s aggressive bid to free workers from restrictive noncompete agreements.
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