In 2025, the University of Miami School of Law reached new heights, marking a year of extraordinary milestones and transformative impact. The school welcomed its most competitive incoming class ever, reflecting Miami Law’s growing reputation for academic excellence and opportunity. Students and alumni made headlines—whether advocating for justice on the global stage, earning prestigious scholarships, or leading with curiosity and innovation in their fields.
The law school’s programs also garnered national recognition, with top rankings in trial advocacy, real estate, and international law, while its LL.M. offerings were celebrated for their excellence. Experiential learning expanded through new leadership roles and hands-on opportunities, including student work at the United Nations and support for climate policy in Micronesia. Alumni and faculty continued to shape the profession, from establishing new funds for teaching innovation to calling for thoughtful use of AI. As the School of Law was named #3 for best quality of life by Princeton Review, the stories of 2025 together illustrate a vibrant community committed to leadership, service, and advancing justice—locally and around the world.
Top stories of 2025:
In most competitive admissions year in its history, Miami Law welcomes outstanding incoming class
With record employment outcomes, the School of Law is #33 in 2025 Big Law Report
Rising third-year law student reflects on year of impactful learning and advocacy
Alumna leads with a curious mind
University of Miami School of Law recognized for excellence in LL.M. programs
'A' Rankings for School of Law in trial advocacy, real estate, international law, and more
International Moot Court teams excel on the global stage
Alumnus establishes fund for teaching innovation and book award for ethics
Miami Law is #3 in best quality of life in Princeton Review 2025 rankings
Outstanding law students receive scholarships from Cuban American Bar Foundation
School of Law expands commitment to experiential learning with new leadership positions
Helping a Pacific island nation make a global impact on climate policy
The road to robes: One graduate's journey to the bench
Law school professor calls for caution and care when using AI
Global gavel: Miami serves as hemispheric hub for human rights law
The women of the pitch—a new generation of Miami Law women is shaping the future of soccer
University welcomes US Supreme Court justice to campus
Miami Law Innocence Clinic client freed after 18 years
5 sports law students, 5 NFL teams