"H&R Block and Intuit could get the tax filing season of their dreams."
Politico E&E News quoted Jeremy Bearer-Friend on tax codes.
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
C-SPAN Covers Antitrust Symposium Hosted by GW Law
August 25, 2026
C-SPAN provided full day coverage of “The FTC (Federal Trade Commission) After Trump v. Slaughter” symposium at GW Law on August 3.
GW Law Hosts Symposium with Global Blockchain Business Council
July 21, 2026
The Business and Finance Law program and The Bernard Center partnered with the Global Blockchain Business Council (GBBC) to host a day-long symposium.
GW Law in New York Program Hosts Reunion Celebration
June 23, 2026
GWNY begins its tenth academic year this Fall, and has welcomed 194 GW Law students to New York City since its inaugural semester in 2017.
Upcoming Events
The Business & Finance Law Program holds several events throughout the semester. Please check back for new events.
Faculty in the News
Sinclair Broadcast Group’s "Spotlight on America”
Sinclair spoke to Barak Richman about his research into medical debt collection practices in Colorado.
"The government failed to break up Meta. It’s becoming a pattern.”
The Washington Post quoted William Kovacic on monopolization litigation.
"Judge sides with Meta in antitrust trial, will not spin off WhatsApp and Instagram"
NPR quoted William Kovacic, saying the government faces an 'uphill battle’ in the Federal Trade Commission’s case, saying it must prove a world without Meta Platforms and show consumer harm.
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