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Each year, Georgetown Law welcomes graduate students from more than 70 countries, representing approximately 300 law schools worldwide.
Supreme Court cases that were mooted at Georgetown in 2019-20.
Number of students who participate in 17 different clinics.
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Rosa Brooks became a reserve police officer in Washington D.C. to better understand the profession. She joined NewsHour to discuss the history and trends of policing in America — and what reform should look like. Continue Reading
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