Dean's Office

The Dean’s Office is located on the first floor of the Sterling Law Building.  The Dean’s Office staff assists the Dean of the Yale Law School, who is its chief administrative officer, as well as the Deputy Dean, who is responsible for a variety of faculty issues.  Among other things, it is responsible for new programs, the coordination of the Named Lecture series, and faculty and visitor appointments and orientation.  The Dean’s Office acts as a general resource for the Law School, Yale, and New Haven communities.  If you are unsure of where to turn on any matter, the Dean’s Office can usually be of guidance and help. Their main phone number is 203 432 1660.