School of Law - Students
New tradition: Miami Law launches storytelling night
The University of Miami School of Law community gathered for "Miami Law Stories," an evening created to build community through authentic storytelling and reflection.
School of Law students tackle "Old Smokey" toxic pollution case
Students from the School of Law's Environmental Justice Clinic are assisting West Coconut Grove residents in pursuing a class-action lawsuit against toxic pollution from a former waste incinerator.
Investor Rights Clinic fellows making waves in investor protection
The Investor Rights Clinic helps secure the first payment for a securities fraud victim in a restitution fund it helped enact, and meets with federal regulators in D.C.
A century of honor: Iron Arrow's enduring tie to the School of Law
Marking its 100th anniversary, the University of Miami's oldest honor society has 372 Miami Law graduates as members, highlighting its strong tie to the school.
School of Law Immigration Clinic students secure major appellate victory
Student-led legal efforts provide second chances for immigration clients while honing advanced advocacy and litigation skills.
The women of the pitch—a new generation of Miami Law women is shaping the future of soccer
Through an innovative, practical skills curriculum, experiential opportunities, and mentorship, the Entertainment, Arts, and Sports Law LL.M. program is empowering women to break into the world of sports law.
Bankruptcy clinic provides vital support to debtors while providing law student with career-defining experience
In the Eleanor R. Cristol and Judge A. Jay Cristol Bankruptcy Pro Bono Assistance Clinic students gain real-world experience providing legal services to individuals with limited financial resources facing bankruptcy.
How a Miami Law student is fast-tracking his litigation career as a certified legal intern
Andres Rakower is gaining a head start on his goal of becoming a state prosecutor by serving as a Certified Legal Intern at the Broward State Attorney's Office, where he can speak on the record, prepare cases, and participate in trials while still in school.
Students gain advocacy skills leading first-ever 'Know Your Rights' workshop at downtown detention center
The effort is part of the school’s experiential offerings, training tomorrow’s lawyers with real-world skills in advocacy and litigation.
Business Law: Real-world experience through internships, externships, and practicums
Students spent their summer in law firms and corporate settings learning skills needed for business litigators and in-house counsel.
Jamaican lawyer is named Young ICCA Scholar for 2025-2026
The Young ICCA Scholarship provides one full tuition award each year for an international
Designing the Future: Miami Law pioneers AI prompt question for 2026 applicants
The School of Law adds a new optional admissions question asking applicants to write a detailed prompt as an opportunity to showcase AI prowess—an essential skill for future lawyers.
Inside Judge Bloom’s chambers: Law students reflect on summer internship experience
Two School of Law students gained valuable real-world experience as judicial interns in federal court under the mentorship of the 1988 alumna.
How Miami Law’s Litigation Skills Program prepares students with practice-ready skills
The Lit Skills Program provides students with the practical, hands-on experience and mentorship needed to build confidence and excel in real-world practice.
School of Law brings Supreme Court Justice to speak with and inspire students
Justice Sonia Sotomayor captivated an audience of nearly 600 at the University of Miami with a discussion of her new children’s book and the law.
