Boston University School of Law

Why BU Law?

Boston University School of Law is one of the nation’s top law schools with a history of excellence dating back to 1872. Our faculty are consistently recognized for exceptional teaching, preeminent scholarship, and transformative mentorship. With more than 25,000 alumni living in all 50 states and more than 100 countries around the world, our graduates have access to a vast global network that contributes to their professional success. The BU Law complex, comprised of the state-of-the-art Sumner M. Redstone Building and adjoining 17-story tower, is located in the heart of Boston overlooking the Charles River.

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Health Law Program U.S. News & World Report

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Best Classroom Experience Princeton Review

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Go-To Law Schools: Big Law Law.com

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Intellectual Property Law U.S. News & World Report

Recent Stories

Check out some recent stories about our students, faculty, and alumni from The Record, the magazine of Boston University School of Law

Gabrielle Goldstein in the Virginia State House, Rachel Jeck with RegisterHer organizers, and Robert Tsai delivering a talk.
Election

Politically Inclined

Two BU Law grads lead successful grassroots organizations while Professor Robert Tsai proposes system reforms.

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Reflections

Jurist in Residence Judge Robert W. Pratt

This September, The Hon. Robert W. Pratt visited BU Law as its first Jurist in Residence.

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Tracy Sierra ('09)
Books

Protecting One’s Castle

Tracy Sierra (’09) incorporates lessons from her legal career in her debut thriller novel.

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Civil Litigation and Justice Program

Expanded Experiential Education Offerings

Two new clinics led by Jade Brown and Madeline Meth have launched in the Boston University Civil Litigation & Justice Program.

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Criminal Defense

Demand the Impossible

BU Law hosts an event to celebrate the publication of Professor Robert Tsai’s latest book.

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Reflections

Bar Exam Motivational Music

Boston University School of Law’s faculty and staff share their favorite inspirational songs and offer words of encouragement to graduates preparing for the bar exam.

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Boston University School of Law alumni, Christine Desmarais Bergstrom, dances with Jack Bergstrom at their wedding as guests dance and clap in the background.
Alumni

Class Notes Spring 2024

News and updates from BU Law alumni.

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Explore Areas of Practice

With more than 200 courses and seminars—one of the most extensive course catalogs of any law school in the country—you'll be able to prepare for a career in a broad variety of practice areas.

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In The Media

Our faculty experts weigh in with opinions and expertise in local, national, and international media outlets.

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BU Law Events

Browse our most recent events below, or view the full events calendar.

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Why Study in Boston?

The reasons are numerous. For starters, Boston is a global center of education and research. The city is also a major hub for law, business, medicine, technology, and government. It's an international city with vibrant cultural, art, social, and entertainment communities. It comprises an eclectic mix of  neighborhoods, from historic to quirky to trendy, with a wide range of housing options for students. The list goes on.

What it's like living in Boston