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The reputation and global reach of Michigan Law mean that, after you complete your education, there is almost no limit to where you can go. The fact that our students come from all over the country and around the world makes for an enriching educational climate.

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How Will Michigan Law Support My Career?

Michigan Law has a rich history with a deep network. We also have a knowledgeable and caring career planning team who will work with you one-on-one to find a career that fits, and our community of faculty and alumni are here to guide and support your goals.

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News

Nate Sumimoto, Avery Combe, Je Donna Dinges, Edward Madrigal, India Dinges, Michael J. Steinberg, and Alexandra Jackman.

Civil Rights Litigation Initiative Secures Settlement in Racial Intimidation Case

Reuven Avi-Yonah

5Qs: Avi-Yonah on Regulating Autonomous AI through Taxation

Dana Thompson

Thompson, ’99, Earns Legal Innovation Award

Interior of the Michigan Law Reading Room featuring the ornate lights and ceiling ornamentation.

Four Michigan Law Graduates Selected for the 2026 Fiske Fellowship Program for Government Service

Barbara McQuade teaching class at Michigan Law.

5Qs: McQuade’s New Book Details The Fix for Democracy in the US

Jessica Lefort and Amy Sankaran with students in the Michigan Law Immigrant Justice Lab.

Immigrant Justice Lab Receives Grants to Expand Access to Immigration Resources and Study AI’s Role in Legal Education

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In the Media

Michigan Advance

DTE Paid No Federal Income Taxes for 12th Straight Year Despite More than $1.5B Profit

If the Supreme Court Upholds Birthright Citizenship, Hold Your Applause

Michigan Public

Former US attorney's New Book Argues Democracy Is in Danger

The Washington Post

The 'Buy, Borrow, Die' Myth

Trump says Bill Pulte’s nomination is ‘temporary.’ That’s cold comfort.

US Supreme Court backs federal regulators in wins for FCC and SEC

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Events

Jul 13 2026

Law Collections at the Bentley Library

2:30 PM to 3:30 PM

Jul 24 2026

Skills Share: AI -New Developments and Impact on Legal Research

3:00 PM to 4:00 PM

Aug 14 2026

From the Archives: Archival Processing, Description and Finding Aids

11:00 AM to 12:00 PM

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