Setting the Standard Since 1878
University of California Law San Francisco (formerly UC Hastings), founded in 1878, was the first law school established in California and continues today to be a leader in legal education.
We offer our students a top-tier education in the heart of a dynamic city that is home to state, federal and appellate courts; groundbreaking industries in technology, healthcare and other fields; social movements that have significant impact in human and civil rights; and major offices of top international law firms.
We integrate our rigorous academic program with access to clinical and hands-on opportunities, and are committed to providing our students with the tools and resources required to prepare for the bar exam and careers in the law.
Our faculty are leading experts who work closely with students during and after their academic careers to nourish their knowledge and love of the law.
UC Law SF is home to research partnerships including LexLab, which offers cutting-edge AI training for law students and professionals; the UCSF-UC Law SF Consortium, where students learn about the intersection between health policy and the law in conjunction with one of the nation’s leading medical schools; and more than a dozen other centers dedicated to scholarship and education in specific areas including business law; tax law. Constitutional law, immigration law and more.
At UC Law SF, we’re helping shape the lawyers and leaders of the future.
Dean’s Welcome
“We are on the cusp of a revolution that will not simply change the way lawyers practice law, but also what it means to be a lawyer,” writes Chancellor & Dean David Faigman. “At UC Law SF, we are prepared for this revolution.”
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at UC Law SF
At UC Law SF, we are committed to ensuring that our values of diversity, equity, and inclusion are infused into every aspect of the College’s operations.
UC Hastings is now UC Law SF
UC Law San Francisco was formerly known as UC Hastings. Learn more below about the history, background on our name change.
Building for an Extraordinary Future
The first phase of the UC Law SF campus plan is located at 333 Golden Gate Avenue, a state-of-the-art academic hub featuring smart classrooms, conference rooms, and shared community spaces for students, faculty, and alumni. The rooftop floor of 333 Golden Gate is home to a premier community event space, with views of City Hall and the iconic San Francisco skyline.
Board of Directors
University of California College of the Law, San Francisco was established by statute in 1878 and is governed by a Board of Directors. Access a list of Board of Directors Emeritus, plus Board Bylaws, Standing Orders, Meeting Notices, Agendas and Materials on our Board of Directors page.