Drake University Law School was awarded an A- ranking for trial advocacy by prelaw Magazine, placing Drake among the top schools in the nation. The publication based the rankings on law schools’ offerings in trial advocacy, including programs and opportunities that allow students to develop their ability to deliver arguments, evidence, testimony, and substance. The results are...
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C. Edwin Moore Moot Court Competition: Empowering Advocacy and Shaping Legal Careers
The C. Edwin Moore Moot Court Competition is a hallmark event at Drake Law School, offering first-year students a platform to hone their oral advocacy skills. From navigating complex legal arguments to presenting compelling cases before panels of seasoned judges, this competition serves as a stepping stone for aspiring legal advocates. Today, we spotlight some...
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Drake Law Students Excel in Real-World Trials: Transformative Experiences That Set Them Apart
Drake Law’s supportive legal community—including alumni, mentors, and other practicing attorneys—opens doors that set students apart. Drake Law students graduate with exceptional hands-on experience, taking the lead in real-world trials even before earning their degrees. This year alone, as interns with the Polk County Attorney’s Office, students have: These experiences are more than practice—they are...
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Drake Law Hosts 47th Annual General Practice Review
Drake University Law School is hosting its annual General Practice Review virtually on Nov. 22, Dec. 6, and Dec. 13. On demand options for each session are also available. This event serves to provide updates on current case law and a variety of other topics. All practicing or retired attorneys are invited to attend. Topics that...
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Drake Law Professor Elected to ACTEC
Dwight D. Opperman Distinguished Professor of Law, Natalie Lynner, was elected as an Academic Fellow for the American College of Trust and Estate Counsel (ACTEC). She was the only academic fellow in the country to be elected at the 2024 fall meeting. ACTEC is an exclusive group of lawyers and academics who are peer-elected to...
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Drake Named a Top School in the Nation for Human Rights Law
Drake University Law School earned an A+ ranking for human rights law in preLaw magazine, placing Drake among the top thirteen law schools in the nation for this field. The publication based the rankings on law schools’ offerings in human rights law, including clinical programs, certificates, externships, partnerships, and courses. The results are reported in preLaw’s Back to...
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Drake Law Earns Recognition as a Top School for Women Leadership
Drake University Law School earned an A- ranking in PreLaw Magazine’s list of Top Schools for Women in Leadership featured in its latest back-to-school edition. The magazine cited data from the American Bar Association on the number of female students and faculty to develop “a list of standout institutions.” In addition, the magazine noted “women with leading...
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Harvard Law Professor Guy-Uriel E. Charles to Deliver 2024 Constitution Day Lecture
The Drake Constitutional Law Center is pleased to welcome Professor Guy-Uriel E. Charles as the 2024 Constitution Day speaker. He will present “Race and American Democracy” on Thursday, Sept. 19, at 3 p.m. in Cartwright Hall with livestream and audio on demand options. This event is free and open to the public. Register here. Guy-Uriel E....
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Drake Named a Top Law School in the Nation for Family Law
Drake University Law School earned an A ranking for child and family law in preLaw magazine, placing Drake among the top 21 law schools in the nation for this field. This is the seventh year in a row that Drake Law received recognition for excellence in child and family law. The publication based the rankings on the...
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Annual Cady Day of Public Service Planned for Friday, Oct. 25
The 2024 state-wide Mark S. Cady Day of Public Service (Cady Day) will take place on Friday, Oct. 25. This will mark the 5th year that members of the Iowa legal community have come together to perform public service or pro bono work to honor the legacy of the late Iowa Supreme Court Chief Justice...