Giving Societies
The Duke Tower Society
Duke University's Duke Tower Society (formerly known as the Heritage Society) honors alumni and friends who have made provisions for Duke in their wills, trusts, retirement plans, or through other types of "planned gifts."
As a member of the Duke Tower Society, you will receive a Tower Society certificate, will be invited to a special luncheon on campus each year, occasional regional events, and can elect to receive our quarterly Duke Blueprints e-newsletter.
If you would like more information about the Duke Tower Society, please contact the Alumni and Development Office at 919-613-7017 or alumni_office@law.duke.edu. You can also find more information on Duke University's website here.
The Star Circle
The Star Circle is named for Stanley ’61 and Elizabeth Star in honor of their transformational philanthropy to Duke Law School. The society recognizes individuals whose cumulative gifts and pledges to the Law School total $10 million or more.
The Lanty L. Smith Society
The Lanty L. Smith Society is named for Lanty L. Smith ’67, the Law School’s first $1 million donor, and recognizes individuals whose cumulative gifts and pledges to the Law School total $1 million to $9.9 million.
Barrister Society
Founded in 1975, the Barrister Society recognizes donors who have made leadership gifts that demonstrate a strong commitment to the future of the Law School. The society consists of the following groups: The Latty Circle, The Everett Circle, The Shimm Circle, The Dean’s Circle, Partner, and Member.
Advocate Gift Club
The Advocate Gift Club recognizes donors who have made gifts between $1,000 and $2,499 annually. Graduates of five years or fewer are members at $500 annually.