EDUCATION | EXPERIENCE | EMPLOYMENT
This is Memphis Law. Where EDUCATION meets EXPERIENCE & EMPLOYMENT.
We offer a clear path to practice and success with a curriculum that hones critical thinking and analytical abilities, while strengthening the problem-solving and advocacy skills essential to today's modern legal landscape. Through Memphips Law, you'll get the experience you need to succeed.
Real-World Experience
Memphis Law gives you the experience to succeed. Our Top 35 ranked Clinical Training & Experiential Learning Program (among public universities) ensures that our students are prepared for success after law school via our innovative legal clinics, variety of externships, and award-winning advocacy program.
Learn More >Advocacy Teams Finding Success in 2025
Several law school advocacy teams recently traveled to regional competitions in the Spring.
Read more about the news here >Top 20 Moot Court Program
The Memphis Law Moot Court Program has been ranked as the 20th Best Moot Court Program in the nation!
Read more in PreLaw Magazine >Memphis Law Notable Notes
Facilities
Memphis Law has once again been ranked #1 on PreLaw Magazine's list of BEST Law School Building & Facilities in the nation in the Winter 2024 issue. This is the record-setting 5th consecutive time Memphis Law has taken the top spot.
Award-Winning
The law school has recently been listed highly in several award categories, including a "Most Diverse Law School," a "Top Law School for Advocacy," a "Top Law School for Health Law," and a "Best Law School for Moot Court Programs."
Employment
Memphis Law prepares our students to practice and successfully find employment upon graduation. Our most recent graduating classes (from 2021-23) were employed at a rate of 88% ten months after graduation.
Location
Being a student at Memphis Law means you'll be located in the middle of the Memphis legal community, within walking distance of state and federal courts, as well as government offices and an array of law firms.
Prospective Students
The law school search and application process can be intimidating and overwhelming. We are here to help you navigate the process.
Learn More & Apply >Event Calendars
Find more information about external and internal events, as well as event calendars.
Events & Calendars
Memphis Law News
Law Students Visit Harwood Center
Professor Lynda Black's Nonprofit class recently visited Memphis' Harwood Center to gain real-world experience in Nonprofit management.
Show Cause New Episodes
Season 2 of Show Cause, the law school's podcast, are now available on all standard podcasting platforms.
Moot Court Ranking
Our Moot Court Program was recently named as one of the Top 30 Law Schools for Moot Court in the nation by PreLaw Magazine. The Memphis Law program was listed as the 20th Best Moot Court Program in the Country.
Dr. Sue Ann McClellan Retirement
After 30 years leading the law school's admissions, recruitment, and scholarship efforts, Dr. Sue Ann McClellan is retiring this summer.