Duke University School of Law, Law school at Duke University in Durham, United States.
Duke University School of Law is located on campus in Durham and houses modern lecture halls, research centers, and learning spaces for legal education. The school enrolls approximately 220 to 240 JD students and 80 to 90 LLM students each year and maintains a student-to-faculty ratio of about 6 to 1.
The institution was founded in 1868 as Trinity College School of Law and became Duke University School of Law in 1924 when the university itself changed its name. This transition reflected the school's growth into a larger academic institution.
The school focuses on environmental law, health law, and intellectual property among other areas, with faculty who work closely with students on these topics. These specializations shape what happens in classrooms and research projects throughout the year.
The building is accessible during regular academic hours, though it primarily serves enrolled students and events. Contact the visitor center ahead of time to arrange tours or access to public areas if you wish to see the facility.
The school publishes eight academic law journals and manages the Alaska Law Review through partnerships with legal practitioners in Anchorage. This connection to Alaska is an unusual feature for a law school on the East Coast.
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