The Law School moved into its current 56,000 square-foot building addition in 2000. The addition was financed in part by funds from the university and in part by generous contributions from our alumni and other supporters in the community.

The central feature of the building is the 250-seat Spencer M. Partrich Auditorium, which serves as the focal point of the Law School 's connection to the legal and scholarly communities. The Auditorium hosts symposia and conferences, lectures and classes, and also serves as a courtroom; the Michigan Supreme Court has convened there on several occasions.

Every detail of the most recent building was designed with students in mind. It features comfortable study lounges, conveniently located student services, and quiet places where students can meet and socialize. Many student organizations are housed in the building, including both of our law reviews, Moot Court, and the Student Board of Governors. With this addition, the Law School truly became a home away from home for many of our students.

Beyond these physical amenities, the newest building is wired for the digital age. Our enhanced computer systems and our multi-media distance learning capabilities provide our law students with the tools necessary to compete successfully in today's and tomorrow's highly technological global workplace.

Specific features include:

• the innovative 250-seat Spencer M. Partrich Auditorium, used for lectures, visiting court sessions, and public events
• a moot court facility
• seminar rooms and five large lecture halls with multimedia equipment and terraced seating
• casual seating areas for student conversation and study
• offices for student services and organizations
• facilities for the Law School's clinics
• faculty and administrative offices
• the Arthur Neef Law Library