New York University School of Law
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| Motto | |
|---|---|
| Parent school | New York University |
| Religious affiliation | |
| Established | 1835 |
| School type | Private |
| Endowment | |
| Parent endowment | |
| Dean | Trevor Morrison |
| Location | New York City, New York, United States |
| Enrollment | 1,400 |
The New York University School of Law (NYU Law) is the law school of New York University. Established in 1835, it is the oldest law school in New York City. NYU Law is widely regarded as one of the most prestigious law schools in the world and consistently ranks among the top law schools in the United States.
History[edit | edit source]
NYU Law was founded in 1835, making it the oldest law school in New York City. The school has a long history of academic excellence and has produced many notable alumni, including U.S. Supreme Court Justices, prominent judges, and influential legal scholars.
Academics[edit | edit source]
NYU Law offers a wide range of Juris Doctor (JD) programs, as well as Master of Laws (LL.M.) and Doctor of Juridical Science (J.S.D.) degrees. The school is known for its strong emphasis on public service and offers numerous clinics, externships, and public interest programs.
Centers and Institutes[edit | edit source]
NYU Law is home to several renowned research centers and institutes, including:
- Brennan Center for Justice
- Center for Human Rights and Global Justice
- Institute for International Law and Justice
- Center on Law and Security
Campus[edit | edit source]
The NYU Law campus is located in the Greenwich Village neighborhood of Manhattan. The main buildings include Vanderbilt Hall, Furman Hall, and Wilf Hall. The law library, known as the New York University Law Library, is one of the largest and most comprehensive law libraries in the world.
Notable Alumni[edit | edit source]
NYU Law has produced many distinguished alumni, including:
- Sonia Sotomayor, Associate Justice of the U.S. Supreme Court
- Mohammad Javad Zarif, former Foreign Minister of Iran
- Eliot Spitzer, former Governor of New York
- John Sexton, President Emeritus of New York University
Related Pages[edit | edit source]
- New York University
- Law school
- Juris Doctor
- Master of Laws
- Doctor of Juridical Science
- Greenwich Village
- Brennan Center for Justice
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References[edit | edit source]
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