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For practical training, National Jurist, 2025
Practice with a Purpose
About the School of Law
University of St. Thomas School of Law
Founded in 1999, the University of St. Thomas School of Law is an ABA-accredited law school in downtown Minneapolis, Minnesota, offering an innovative curriculum that emphasizes professional formation and the education of the whole person. We strive to help each student develop the professional and ethical values that are vital to long-term success in our profession, enabling them to become lawyers who lead their communities by serving them.
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Best value private law school, National Jurist, 2024
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Gold-standard employment, 2024
J.D. Program
Our program combines practical skills, theoretical knowledge and mentoring with a mission that inspires our commitment to social justice and excellence.
LL.M. in U.S. Law
A one-year degree program for international attorneys who want to expand their knowledge about the U.S. legal system.
Ethics & Compliance Certificates
Online certificate programs offered in partnership with the National Society of Compliance Professionals (NSCP).
Law School Dean
Daniel B. Kelly
The University of St. Thomas School of Law Dean is Daniel B. Kelly.
Associate Deans
Lisa Montpetit Brabbit
Associate Dean for External Relations and Programs
Michael Robak
Director of the Schoenecker Law Library, Associate Dean and Clinical Professor of Law
Gregory Sisk
Associate Dean for Research, Pio Cardinal Laghi Distinguished Chair in Law, Professor and Co-director of the Murphy Institute for Catholic Thought, Law, and Business
Meet Associate Dean Sisk
Thought Leaders
World-class Faculty
Our professors are leading experts in their fields and our students’ biggest supporters. They not only teach, they create opportunities for law students to work side-by-side with them on research, writing and advocacy work. In 2024, St. Thomas Law’s faculty was ranked #23 in the nation for scholarly impact.
An Engaged Legal Community
Minnesota Bench and Bar
St. Thomas Law is located in the heart of downtown Minneapolis, Minnesota, right in the middle of a dynamic legal and business community.
School of Law News
Law Students Selected for Blackstone Christian Legal Fellowship Program
Second-year University of St. Thomas School of Law students Kyle Devich ’24 and Zachary Liebl have been selected for the competitive Blackstone Legal Fellowship program. The summer program for Christian law students includes lectures given by esteemed legal professionals and professional development opportunities, while also giving students time to participate in a legal internship. Upon… The post Law Students Selected for Blackstone Christian Legal Fellowship Program appeared first on Newsroom | University of St. Thomas.
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Law Alumni Earn Awards, Elected to Lead Bar Associations
Several University of St. Thomas School of Law graduates have recently been recognized with awards and elected to lead as president of their professional organizations. Congratulations to the following alumni: The Power List, Minnesota Lawyer Alumni Jon Farnsworth and Alyssa Troje were named to two of Minnesota Lawyer’s Power Lists. The publication’s Power List feature… The post Law Alumni Earn Awards, Elected to Lead Bar Associations appeared first on Newsroom | University of St. Thomas.
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School of Law Celebrates 2025 Commencement
The University of St. Thomas School of Law conferred degrees to 170 students on May 17, 2025. Among them, 145 students earned their Juris Doctor (J.D.), 15 earned an LL.M. in U.S. law and 10 earned a master’s degree in organizational ethics and compliance. Professor David Grenardo, who was elected professor of the year by… The post School of Law Celebrates 2025 Commencement appeared first on Newsroom | University of St. Thomas.
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Law School Intellectual Property Competition Teams Achieve National Success
The University of St. Thomas School of Law’s intellectual property (IP) competition teams were in the national spotlight this year, earning top honors against schools from across the country and continuing a history of team successes. “We are extremely proud of our IP moot court teams,” said Dan Kelly, dean and Mengler Chair in Law.… The post Law School Intellectual Property Competition Teams Achieve National Success appeared first on Newsroom | University of St. Thomas.
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St. Thomas Law Marks Milestone Year With Mission, Employment Outcomes at Core
The latest rankings from U.S. News and World Report and recent graduate employment outcomes shine a light on the University of St. Thomas School of Law's unwavering commitment to its mission and students. The Minneapolis-based law school is ranked No. 94 in the 2025 U.S. News rankings. St. Thomas has been among the top 100… The post St. Thomas Law Marks Milestone Year With Mission, Employment Outcomes at Core appeared first on Newsroom | University of St. Thomas.