Midwest University Renames Law School After Naples Couple Donates $30M

Midwest university renames law school after Naples couple donates $30M

DePaul University College of Law renamed amid alumnus’ $30 million gift

The DePaul University College of Law will be renamed the Robert A. Clifford College of Law after the alumnus who gifted the school $30 million.

$30 million donation to rename College of Law

The College of Law is set to be named after DePaul alumnus and Chicago trial lawyer Robert Clifford after he made a $30 million donation to fund new scholarships and programming, University Communications announced in a press release Monday.

DePaul University’s Law College Renamed After Robert A. Clifford for His $30 Million Contribution

The Education Magazine October 27, 2026 DePaul University’s Law College renamed to honor alumni Robert and Joan Clifford, whose $30 million donation will lead to the law school being named the Robert A. Clifford College of Law. Announced on October 26, 2026, DePaul University’s $30 million gift will establish scholarships, faculty fellowships, and a new […]

DePaul Law School to Be Renamed Robert A. Clifford College of Law in Honor of Distinguished Alumnus and Chicago Trial Attorney | Illinois State Bar Association

A $30 million gift from DePaul University alumni Robert Clifford (BUS ’73, JD ’76, LLD ’03) and Joan Clifford (COE ’72) will usher in a new era for the College of Law, renaming it the Robert A. Clifford College of Law. The school, established in 1897 and then renamed in 1912, will be expanding opportunities for students and faculty, while elevating its national reputation for excellence in legal education with this gift. Robert Clifford is celeb…

DePaul College of Law Renamed for Robert A. Clifford

DePaul University will rename its College of Law for alumnus Robert A. Clifford after he and wife Joan gave the school $30 million.