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The faculty is exceptional. They have real life experience. Enjoyed my time there.
DownersNothing to note. An exceptional study experience with real world application.
Commentsthe best school for a complete overall law school education
Would You RecommendYes
Duke has top professors, brilliant students, and amazing job opportunities.
DownersIt's a small school, however you get to know your peers and make connections more easily than at a larger institution.
CommentsIf securing employment in either biglaw or the government is your top priority, then Duke Law is the right place for you.
Would You RecommendYes
People here are very friendly. Super nice environment for research and study. High employment rate. Truly international.
DownersA little bit far from most entertainment places. Need driving. Hot and humid in summer.
CommentsNice place to study. Definitely emphasis your passion to Duke Law. We have one of the leading scholar in the field of sec reg and corporate law--James Cox.
Would You RecommendYes
Engaging and dedicated professors and staff who remain dedicated to both student and alumni success.
DownersThere has been a lack of diversity within the entering classes for several years now.
CommentsCollaborative environment where cutthroat competition is not encouraged. Students receive excellent training and great practical skills and experience while having fun and enjoying law school.
Would You RecommendYes
1) Dedicated Faculty
2) Dedicated Career Counselling
3) Collegiate Atmosphere
Duke's small class size definitely allows students to blossom and develop meaningful relationships with their colleagues, faculty, and staff. I personally went through a few tough times when it came to adjusting to life in the U.S. and also with my job situation. That's when the wonderful Duke community stepped up with their love and support - and the situation was resolved to a better end.
DownersThe social life can be quite restricted to the people in the law school - this can be either good or bad depending how you look at it.
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CommentsIf you want to save a lot of money on rent and food, Durham is the place to be.
Would You RecommendYes
small size of the class lets you really know each other and the professors.
DownersClerkship advising at least when i went there could have been better and more systematized.
CommentsThink about whether you want to be in the south where you definitely need a car.
Would You RecommendYes
Faculty
Alumni engagement
Student quality
The law school is one of the strongest schools at the university.
DownersThere is nothing I would say that dislike about Duke Law School.
CommentsStudents considering Duke Law should appreciate the importance of a welcoming environment and good weather which is unique to Duke among the top 14 schools.
Would You RecommendYes
Dedicated professors, interesting classes, strong sense of community, inexpensive and fun place to live. TAs do not teach classes. Small graduating class. Virtually everyone gets a legal job upon graduation. It helps that not everyone wants to find work in the same region.
DownersNot very diverse racially, but perhaps one of the most diverse politically (particularly among students). Expensive tuition and no scholarships available for current students (only offered as part of admission). 1L class sizes are fairly large.
CommentsDuke Law is full of smart and dedicated professors. There is a lot going on socially and academically, both in and out of the law school itself. A bunch of people successfully do dual degrees (typically LLM, MBA or MA).
Would You RecommendYes
Excellent real-world clinic programs, a variety of journal opportunities (if you want one, you can find one that fits you) and fantastic, cutting-edge joint degree programs
DownersThe big downer to Duke used to be that it was located in Durham, North Carolina, but no more -- Durham and surrounding environs is experiencing quite the renaissance, especially in the food arena!
CommentsTop-quality education with good job prospects and a higher-than-average quality of life while in school.
Would You RecommendYes
Will provide you with great employment opportunities; does an excellent job preparing attorneys to practice in the real world (as opposed to being a law professor); most grads end up in BigLaw.
DownersCareer counseling leaves a lot to be desired, very little help is provided to people interested in careers outside of BigLaw.
CommentsDurham is a fantastic place to study law - there is enough happening here to never be bored, but it's still a small / quaint town that allows you to really focus on studying.
Would You RecommendYes