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Law Schools by State and Region - 2024 Directory
Explore all 206 ABA-accredited law schools across 51 US states. Find regional law school rankings, compare programs by location, and discover the best legal education options in your area.
Regional Law Schools Directory
Compare law schools by geographic region. Each region offers unique advantages for legal careers, from Northeast's corporate law centers to West Coast's tech law opportunities.
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Alabama
AL
Arkansas
AR
Delaware
DE
Florida
FL
Georgia
GA
Kentucky
KY
Louisiana
LA
Maryland
MD
Mississippi
MS
North Carolina
NC
Oklahoma
OK
South Carolina
SC
Tennessee
TN
Texas
TX
Virginia
VA
West Virginia
WV
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Top States for Legal Education - Law School Rankings by State
States with the highest concentration of ABA-accredited law schools, offering diverse specializations and career opportunities in legal markets ranging from BigLaw to public interest.
About Law Schools by State
The United States has 206 ABA-accredited law schools distributed across 51 states and territories.
Key Factors When Choosing Law Schools by Location
- • State Bar Exam Requirements: Each jurisdiction has unique admission standards and reciprocity rules
- • Regional Legal Markets: BigLaw opportunities in NYC/Chicago vs. government jobs in DC vs. tech law in California
- • Cost of Living Analysis: Tuition plus living expenses vary dramatically between urban and rural law schools
- • Regional Alumni Networks: Local connections crucial for clerkships, internships, and post-graduation employment
Browse our comprehensive regional law school directory to explore programs by state, compare rankings, and make an informed decision about where to pursue your JD degree. Each state and region offers unique advantages for aspiring lawyers.
Popular Law School Searches by Region
Northeast & Mid-Atlantic
Home to prestigious Ivy League law schools, major legal markets in NYC, Boston, Philadelphia, and DC. Strong in corporate law, securities, and government positions.
Southeast & South
Growing legal markets in Atlanta, Miami, Houston, and Charlotte. Opportunities in energy law, healthcare law, and emerging tech sectors.
Midwest
Major markets in Chicago, Detroit, and Minneapolis. Strong manufacturing, agriculture, and insurance law sectors with lower cost of living.
West Coast & Mountain States
Tech law hubs in Silicon Valley and Seattle, entertainment law in LA, environmental law throughout the region. Higher bar passage requirements in California.