Legal Education
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EducationDepartment of Education Staff Recommends Ending ABA’s Law School Accreditation Monopoly
Sep 11, 2026
Federal education officials have recommended stripping the American Bar Association of its exclusive power to accredit law schools, citing compliance and governance concerns.
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EducationTrump Administration Moves to End ABA’s Exclusive Law School Accreditor Role
Aug 21, 2026
The Trump administration is seeking to end the American Bar Association’s exclusive authority to accredit U.S. law schools, citing concerns over political influence.
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Courts & LawFlorida Ends American Bar Association's Grip On Law Schools
Jan 16, 2026
Florida's Supreme Court has ended the ABA's exclusive role in law school accreditation, aiming to enhance access to legal education and diversify perspectives.