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"I’ve seen in the past two years the great training we give our students, and I’m glad to fully join UMKC’s well-recognized advocacy program.”

Judge Steve Leben

The Honorable Steve Leben Named Douglas R. Stripp Missouri Distinguished Associate Professor of Law
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Latest News

UMKC School of Law Celebrates the Class of 2022 in Recognition Ceremony

The University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Law bestowed doctoral hoods to 16 students on December 18, 2022.

UMKC School of Law Trial Advocacy #1 in State Competition

UMKC Student Federal Bar Association Hosts Reception

Missouri Lawyers Media Recognizes Associate Dean Mikah Thompson and Alumna Grace Colato Martinez

Professor Sean O'Brien Awarded

Sean O’Brien receives the N.T. Veatch Award for Distinguished Research and Creativity.

Professor Chris Hoyt Honored

The Kansas City Estate Planning Symposium names Chris Hoyt as First Faculty Scholar.