School of Law

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UConn Law Celebrates the Class of 2025

The School of Law conferred 198 degrees — 143 juris doctor (JD), 54 master of laws (LLM), and one doctor of the science of laws (SJD).

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PHOTOS: UConn Law Commencement

Nearly 200 graduates celebrated Commencement at UConn Law

Meet Members of the UConn Law Class of 2025

The School of Law is proud to share the stories behind nine of the students about to join the ranks of alumni.

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UConn Law Graduate Honored for Generosity and Impact

In addition to his philanthropic support, Stuart F. Smith '80 has shared his expertise and his personal and professional journeys with students to help them achieve their career goals.

UConn Law Faculty Member and Librarian Receive Promotions

Professor Rachel Timm and librarian Tanya Johnson were among the annual slate of promotions approved by the Board of Trustees.

Wilbur Cross with fall foliage. Oct. 12, 2021.

UConn Provost Announces Awards for Excellence in Community Engaged Scholarship

The Provost's Awards for Excellence in Community Engaged Scholarship (PAECES) recognize scholarly activities that integrate community engagement with research, creative work, and teaching

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Rachel Timm Wins 2025 UConn Law Teaching Award

Timm's nomination for the student-voted award praised her for creating "a learning environment in which students feel confident and empowered."

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UConn Law’s Anna VanCleave Recognized for Criminal Law Research Project

Professor VanCleave's project aims to gather data on bail and detention practices and impacts that will inform discussions about the current practices and the necessary components of a bail reform package.

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Hartford Mayor Arunan Arulampalam to Speak at UConn Law 2025 Commencement

Mayor Arulampalam will address UConn Law’s nearly 200 graduates on Sunday, May 18.

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UConn Law Rises in U.S. News Rankings

UConn School of Law is ranked No. 50 in the U.S. News & World Report Best Law Schools rankings. The part-time Evening Division program is ranked seventh in the country.