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Located in the heart of the vibrant Twin Cities—one of the happiest places to live and work in the country—the University of Minnesota Law School offers rigorous academics, a culture that fosters belonging, and a connected community that supports students from day one and extends well beyond graduation.

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Recent Minnesota Law grads are making their mark at top firms across the country, all while continuing the pro bono work and commitment to community they began in law school.

105,826
Hours
of Free Legal Services Provided to Clients and the Community Last Year
96%
Employment Rate
(2025 Grads FT/ LT Bar Passage Req'd/ JD Adv/Grad School)
96%
Bar Passage Rate
(2026 MN July First-Time Takers)

News & Events

Together, for Minnesota Law: 2025-26 Minnesota Law Philanthropy Report.

Now Available: The 2025-26 Philanthropy Report: Together, For Minnesota Law

The University of Minnesota Law School is pleased to present the digital version of the 2025–26 philanthropy report: Together, for Minnesota Law. The report highlights...

Sam Buisman.

Sam Buisman ’25 is the Clemency Project Clinic’s Inaugural Hassan & Nazie Nemazee Fellow

As a student, Sam Buisman ’25 drafted the Clemency Project Clinic’s first pardon extraordinaire. Now, as the inaugural Hassan & Nazie Nemazee Fellow, he’ll work to shape the clinic’s future.

A group of Moot court students.

Minnesota Law Qualifies for National Moot Court Championship — Again

For the second time in three years, Minnesota Law has earned a place among the nation’s top 16 moot court programs. A deep bench of talented advocates and experienced alumni coaches is fueling a rising tradition of competitive excellence.

JaneAnne Murray.

JaneAnne Murray Named Vaughan G. Papke Clinical Professor in Law

JaneAnne Murray, clinical professor of law and the director of the Clemency Project Clinic, h as been appointed the Vaughan G. Papke Clinical Professor in...

Judith Oakes.

Minnesota Law Mourns the Passing of Judith Oakes ’69

Judith Oakes ’69, passed away on September 24 at age 81. She was born in Grand Rapids, Minnesota, and lived in St. Paul, St. Cloud...