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David Abbott and Jan Roller Receive Law School's Humanitarian Award; Abbott Named CWRU Law School's First Dean's Distinguished Jurist in Residence
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CWRU Law School's “Talking Foreign Policy” talk radio show returns on Sept. 28, at 10 p.m.
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Want a global perspective? You've come to the right place—we're a top-ranked school to study international law.
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With our Criminal Law externships, labs and clinics, you will be trial-ready from day one after graduation.
Health Law
The field of Health Law started here. We were the nation’s first Health Law program and are annually ranked among the best.
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.
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As one of the best business and corporate law programs, we prepare leaders to understand real-world business problems.
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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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The Role of Managed Care in Today’s Healthcare System
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FDA Approval of Aducanumab for Alzheimer’s Disease
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