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Dean Scharf recognized as the Myres S. McDougal Distinguished Lecturer in Human Rights
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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.
Health Law
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.
Intellectual Property Law
You can help startups get their start through one of the top-ranked IP programs in the country.
Business Law
As one of the best business and corporate law programs, we prepare leaders to understand real-world business problems.
Faculty in the News
October 06, 2019
Let’s come together to implement high-capacity magazine control
Cleveland Plain Dealer
October 04, 2019
Upcoming U.S. Supreme Court abortion case could affect Ohio
Cleveland Plain Dealer
October 04, 2019
The U.S. Is Likely Headed for a 'Semi-Recession.' What's That?
Fortune
October 02, 2019
Big Environmental Term for Supreme Court? Too Soon to Tell
Bloomberg
October 02, 2019
Zantac contamination concerns: Has drug been recalled and chances of a class action lawsuit?
Newsweek
October 01, 2019
Impeachment Inquiry Moves Forward; Supreme Court To Decide Whether To Advance Gun Case
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September 26, 2019
Vaping Q& A: What is behind the illnesses tied to e-cigs?
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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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Milton A. Kramer Law Clinic Center

Whether writing briefs or arguing in court, our law clinic prepares students and helps our community, through experiential education that makes a real-world impact.

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Free Speech on the Internet: Blocking, Banning, and Removing Content
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Immigration: The Forgotten Environmental Issue
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