School of Law in Milwaukee

Network in Milwaukee

Located on the coast of Lake Michigan, the Milwaukee area is home to more than 500¹ alumni from the University of Dayton. The School of Law’s American Bar Association (ABA)-approved Online Hybrid Juris Doctor (J.D.) program prepares graduates to sit for the bar exam and serve communities in Milwaukee, the headquarters of well-known corporations such as Miller Brewing Company and Harley-Davidson Inc.

Career and Salary Outlook in Milwaukee

Between 2016 and 2026, employment opportunities for lawyers in Wisconsin are projected to grow 5%.²

The average annual wage for lawyers in Wisconsin is $99,640.³

Upcoming Events in Milwaukee

Keep in touch with fellow classmates and other graduates in Milwaukee through local events, including community service projects, networking and career development opportunities, game-night parties and more. Events are a great way to stay connected to the University.

Learn more about the Milwaukee Alumni Community and upcoming events.

Additional Ways to Stay Connected

While living in Milwaukee, you can still take advantage of other School of Law alumni services and plan to attend regional events. However you decide to stay involved, your contribution will be appreciated by your classmates and future University of Dayton students. Below is a list of additional ways you can stay connected after graduating.

Alumni Association – An organization designed to foster community and promote the active involvement of alumni. All graduates from the University’s School of Law are automatically members of the Alumni Association.

Law Alumni Directory – A tool for alumni to find and connect with former classmates and other graduates from around the country.

Alumni Weekend – The largest event that the Alumni Association sponsors; all alumni are invited to bring their families to Dayton to catch up with faculty and friends.

Learn more about services for alumni at the School of Law.

Why Law@Dayton?

Law@Dayton provides an intensive education that prepares you to sit for the bar exam and pursue a career upholding the rule of law in various settings in Milwaukee. Without having to relocate to Ohio, you can earn your J.D. from the nation’s third ABA-accredited online hybrid program.

Earn Your J.D. Online While Living in Milwaukee

Learn how Dayton’s Online Hybrid J.D. program prepares you for a career as a confident lawyer in Milwaukee.

¹ University of Dayton, Milwaukee Alumni Community

² CareerOneStop, Lawyers - Wisconsin

³ CareerOneStop, Lawyers - Wisconsin


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