School of Law
The University of Missouri School of Law has a history of educating students to become outstanding lawyers, judges, public servants, business leaders, and entrepreneurs. It strives to be the school of choice for those seeking the finest legal education for a reasonable price. Mizzou Law and its supporters are constantly seeking opportunities to address challenges facing the school, build up areas of excellence to position the school for the future, and maintain and build on its strengths. The school’s long-term goal is to establish its national and international reputation as one of the premier state law schools, while continuing to train lawyers for practice in the state of Missouri.
Tim Heinsz 5K & 10K, Jim Devine Dog Walk, and Bob Bailey Bike Ride
The Annual Tim Heinsz 5K, 10K & Jim Devine Dog Walk & Bob Bailey Bike Ride honors the memory of three of Mizzou Law’s most beloved deans. Tim Heinsz served as dean of the MU School of Law and was an avid runner. Tim Heinsz was the former dean at the School of Law. He first joined the law faculty in 1979 as a visiting professor and became a full-time faculty member in 1981. He served as dean from 1988 through 2002. He was an expert in the field of labor law and was a dear friend and colleague. Unfortunately, Tim died unexpectedly while jogging on the MKT Trail in July 2004. Jim Devine served as associate dean of the school and was a noted dog lover. Bob Bailey was a long-time assistant dean and is an avid cyclist. Proceeds benefit the Timothy J. Heinsz Scholarship Fund.
Law School Scholarship Fund
Generous donors make it possible for current law students to earn their degrees without going into an unbearable amount of debt through scholarship funding, which also helps recruit the best and brightest students. In order to attract those students, we must increase the number and size of our scholarship offerings. The Law School Scholarship Fund enables us to offer enhanced tuition assistance to high-achieving applicants.
Pro Bono Clinics
Gifts to our pro bono clinics allow us to expand and enhance our ability to serve our students and shape the future of legal education.
Veterans Clinic
Under the supervision of experienced attorneys, law students at the University of Missouri School of Law Veterans Clinic help veterans – free of charge – with discharge upgrades and Department of Veterans Affairs disability compensation claims. In addition to directly representing veterans with their disability claims, the Clinic also participates in high-level amicus brief writing, training and education for practicing attorneys, rural veteran outreach through Tigers for Troops, and more.
Entrepreneurship Legal Clinic
The University of Missouri School of Law Entrepreneurship Legal Clinic (ELC) is a program designed to provide legal assistance and support to entrepreneurs and small business owners throughout the state of Missouri. The clinic is staffed by law students under the supervision of the experienced clinic director. The primary goal is to offer practical legal experience to law students while simultaneously offering valuable legal services to local entrepreneurs.
Child and Family Justice Clinic
The Child and Family Justice Clinic (CFJC) is a newly reinstated clinic at the University of Missouri School of Law that provides free legal assistance in matters involving domestic relations. The Clinic assists individuals in the legal services of: obtaining orders of protection, child custody matters, adoption proceedings, and other services related to domestic relations and family violence.
Criminal Practice Clinic
In collaboration with local county prosecutor’s offices or public defender trial offices, student attorneys assume integral roles where they prepare cases, interact with clients and appear in court as advocates. This immersive program not only equips students with practical legal skills but also instills a deep understanding of the ethical responsibilities inherent in criminal law practice. By participating in our clinic, students are well-prepared to make a significant impact in the criminal legal system upon entering their legal careers.
