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International Law
Want a global perspective? You've come to the right place—we're a top 20 school to study international law.
Criminal Law
With our Criminal Law externships, labs and clinics, you will be trial-ready from day one after graduation.
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Surrounded by top health care institutions, CWRU is an ideal place to study health law. Plus, we're ranked No. 9 nationally.
Public Interest Law
Join the movement for social justice with our Public Interest Law program, with specializations in immigration, human trafficking and human rights.
Financial Integrity Law
In one of the country's first programs, you'll study anti-money laundering, counter-terrorism and so much more.
Environmental Law
Make an impact on environmental law and policy by studying in our newest academic center, founded with a $10 million endowment.
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January 09, 2021
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January 09, 2021
Red Sox hire Bianca Smith for minor league team, first Black woman to coach in pro baseball (Law School)
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January 09, 2021
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January 08, 2021
Statement of Law Professors Calling on the Immediate Removal of Trump from Office (Cassandra Burke Robertson)
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January 08, 2021
Why Concierge Doctors are the Only Way to Go (Sharona Hoffman)
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January 07, 2021
Celebrity Commentators, State AGs Take on Tech Giants’ Expanding Power: Facebook, Google Fight Court Battles on Two Fronts (Andrew Geronimo)
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January 06, 2021
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Our faculty are renowned for their areas of expertise—and they're ready to share their knowledge with you. Our centers, institutes and clinics give you hands-on experience in the areas that interest you most.

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