Hertfordshire Law School
About Hertfordshire Law School
We train future solicitors by putting practice at the centre of learning. Students gain hands-on experience in real settings, guided by staff who are active practitioners and respected academics.
Students argue cases in a full-scale replica courtroom, advise the public through the Hertfordshire Law Clinic, and support access to justice via initiatives like Streetlaw, Support at Court, and the mobile Justice Bus. We maintain strong professional links with the judiciary, regional and national law firms and criminal justice organisations, ensuring students learn directly from those shaping legal practice today.
Our state-of-the-art Law Court Building, including authentic courtroom spaces and specialist teaching rooms, creates an immersive legal environment where theory meets practice. Courses reflect the evolving legal landscape, including modules on copyright and AI, immigration law and trial advocacy, alongside traditional legal disciplines.
Our staff, students and partners work to widen access to justice and deliver change where it matters most.
Discover a place where...
...law is actively practised and tested. We are nationally recognised for our state-of-the-art facilities, our pro bono work and court support initiatives, and competing in and winning national mooting competitions.
9th in the UK for student satisfaction
We were ranked 9th in the UK for overall student satisfaction for Law students (National Student Survey, 2025)
Top 50 UK Law School
Ranked among the top 50 Law Schools in the UK (The Guardian, 2025)
Accredited Bar Course Provider
One of the first new authorised Bar providers in 25 years, offering a BSB-accredited Bar Training Course
Inspiring spaces
Our impressive Law Court building, with a full-size replica Crown Court, supports world-class teaching
Courses
Courses are enriched by live projects, expert partnerships and teaching in a replica Crown Court. With strong professional links and nationally recognised pro bono work, our courses prepare graduates to make a real impact in law and justice.
Accreditations
Our accreditations confirm the professional recognition and quality of our programmes. They ensure training meets the highest standards and demonstrate our reputation with employers and the legal profession.
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Bar Standards Board Accreditation
Authorised to provide the Bar Training Course, preparing students to practise as barristers.
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Chartered Institute of Legal Executives (CILEX)
Accredited programmes that create pathways into recognised legal practice.
Partnerships
Partnerships are central to our school. They provide placement opportunities, live projects, and direct professional connections that strengthen student experience and career readiness.
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LawWorks National Pro Bono Network
National charity linking our Law Clinic and students with pro bono lawyers.
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Shelter
Collaboration tackling housing issues and homelessness through student-led legal advice.
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Herts Law Society and Regional Firms
Partnerships with local and regional practitioners providing mentoring, guest lectures, and placements.
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Courts and Judiciary
Links with judges and court staff ensure authentic trial experience and professional insight.
Hertfordshire Law Clinic
Hertfordshire Law Clinic aims to improve access to justice by offers support on areas with unmet legal needs, including family, housing and employment law. Our services are open to anyone in the community seeking guidance and assistance.
Find out more about Hertfordshire Law Clinic