Build Your Career

Femal student in business suit talking From a career in the private sector to practicing public interest law, New York City offers boundless opportunities to shape your future as a lawyer. As you embark on your career journey, the Fordham Law community will be there to support you every step of the way.

93% of 2023 Fordham Law graduates employed 10 months after graduation (2023 ABA Employment Summary).

#3 in employment of law school graduates by the top 100 law firms in their New York City offices (AmLaw 100/ALM Legal Compass, 2024).

#7 in the nation for alumni promoted to partner (National Law Journal).

#18 “Go-To Law School” according to National Law Journal.

Our graduates hit the streets running, joining an ever-growing alumni community of change-makers. People in our sphere make things happen—from judges administering justice to big law partners advocating for clients; from lawyers crusading for the underserved to entrepreneurs cultivating businesses. We nurture long-term relationships and support the members of our Fordham family throughout the journey. We call it “The Network Effect.”

"My path to being a lawyer began with a strong legal education—and I can’t help but note the role of women in my education. I should have appreciated how amazing it was in 1981 that two of my four first-year professors were women. I wish I could do law school again… the gift of practicing law is that you’re doing something incredibly interesting all the time.”
—Kim Koopersmith ’84, Chairperson of Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld LLP

“My parents always placed a high value on education, and I always thought of law school as a way to empower myself and others. After speaking with my mentor, a Fordham Law alum, it became clear to me that Fordham provided the best opportunity for my professional growth. Since attending Fordham, I’ve been able to learn from some of the most amazing professors and peers. These lessons will stick with me throughout the entirety of my legal career.”
—Abdulai Turay ’22, Law Clerk for Hon. Denny Chin ’78, National Jurist 2021 Law Student of the Year

Your Fordham Law degree puts you on a path to an exciting career melding your personal aspirations with your professional interests. Whether you want to lead in the law, business, politics, finance, government, public interest, academia, or another field, our coordinated career support can help you define your professional path and help you get there.

The Law School is a gateway to an exceptional range of opportunities to make an impact here in New York City and beyond. Fordham Law alumni fan out across the country and around the globe to engage in meaningful legal work. The Fordham Law Alumni Association boasts 32 chapters, both national and international, and 12 affinity groups. Graduates can be found in all 50 states and in 91 countries.

Build Your Career

The Network Effect

Career Planning and Support

New York is Your Launching Pad