HQ Function

Primary campus for Juris Doctor (J.D.) and graduate law program delivery, legal research, faculty offices, the law library, moot court facilities, and all administrative operations of the law school.

Notable Features:

Memory Leake Robinson Hall (the main law school building), Lucille Stewart Beeson Law Library, state-of-the-art moot courtrooms (including the John L. Carroll Moot Court Room), clinical program spaces, modern classrooms, and student commons areas.

Work Culture:

A collegial and rigorous academic environment fostering intellectual inquiry, practical legal skills development, and a strong sense of community among students, faculty, and staff. There is a significant emphasis on ethical practice, professionalism, and public service.

HQ Significance:

As one of the oldest law schools in the U.S., Cumberland School of Law holds significant historical importance and is highly respected for legal education in the Southeast. It is particularly renowned for its trial advocacy program, high bar passage rates, and its focus on producing practice-ready graduates.

Values Reflected in HQ: The campus and facilities reflect a commitment to academic excellence, justice, ethical leadership, student-centered learning, practical skills proficiency, and service to the community and legal profession.

Location:

Cumberland School of Law fosters a global understanding of law through its international law curriculum, comparative law courses, and study abroad programs, such as its summer program in Norwich, England. The school also hosts visiting international scholars and encourages students to engage with global legal issues. Its alumni network has a global reach, with graduates practicing law and serving in various capacities internationally.

Street Address:

800 Lakeshore Drive

City:

Birmingham

State/Province:

Alabama

Country:

USA