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Florida Supreme Court Disrupts Law School Accreditation Standards

1/19/2026

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On January 16, 2026, the Florida Supreme Court ended the American Bar Association's exclusive role in law school accreditation, following Texas's lead.
The court aimed to increase access to diverse legal education.
Jorge Labarga, the dissenting Florida Supreme Court justice, argued the move undermined standards and consumer protections.
Experts warned the shift could lower the quality and credibility of Florida’s legal education.

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Story summary

On January 16, 2026, the Florida Supreme Court ended the American Bar Association's exclusive role in law school accreditation, following Texas's lead.
The court aimed to increase access to diverse legal education.
Jorge Labarga, the dissenting Florida Supreme Court justice, argued the move undermined standards and consumer protections.
Experts warned the shift could lower the quality and credibility of Florida’s legal education.