School of Law Admissions Blog

Whether you want to argue cases in court, research intellectual property rights or negotiate contract disputes—impeccable communication is key for every lawyer. Whatever path you eventually choose within the legal field, great communication is a cornerstone and something you should develop from day one. And by day one, we mean right from the moment you start applying to law school.

When you attend the University at Buffalo School of Law, you’re getting much more than a law school, you’re getting a city that has been going through a renaissance.

Learning through personal experience and hands-on application is an invaluable part of growth for any vocation and the same rings true for the world of law. Thanks to the support of generous donors, the School of Law was able to place more than 60 law students in 2021 summer fellowship programs to help further their education and experience.

For four decades and counting, the University at Buffalo School of Law’s student attorneys and faculty in the clinics have provided access to legal justice for people and organizations who need help. In an extension of that goal, the AccessiBULL Justice podcast was born!

Law school will be one of the most rewarding experiences in your educational journey and is the stepping stone to a meaningful career. But even at the best of times, law school can be demanding and stressful. When you add in unplanned personal events, family issues, and a global pandemic, law school can be an emotional roller coaster.