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The University Of Maine School Of Law: An Archival History Of Its Founding And Accreditation, Michael J. Bresnick University Of Maine School Of Law
The University Of Maine School Of Law: An Archival History Of Its Founding And Accreditation, Michael J. Bresnick University Of Maine School Of Law
Maine Law Review
When University Trustees appointed Edward S. Godfrey Dean of the new University of Maine School of Law on January 16, 1962, they did so with the expectation that he would lead the school to accreditation by the American Bar Association (ABA) as quickly as possible. Dean Godfrey proceeded with the complete support of University of Maine President Lloyd H. Elliott and senior administrative officials. By the spring of 1962 the new Dean had begun to staff and equip the school. His efforts were well-rewarded. The ABA House of Delegates provisionally approved the School of Law in February 1964. The speed …