What does .law mean?
Registry operator: Registry Services, LLC — per the IANA root database.
Source: IANA root zone database, checked August 23, 2026.
What .law is actually used for
Because registration requires accreditation, a .law domain is a soft credential. One of the few TLDs with genuine gatekeeping.
Is .law a country code or generic domain?
.law is a generic top-level domain (gTLD), not tied to any country. It's available to register through accredited registrars worldwide.
Who runs .law?
.law is operated by Registry Services, LLC. It has been live in the official IANA DNS root since 2015.
Can anyone register a .law domain?
Yes — .law is open for public registration through accredited registrars. Availability of a specific name still depends on whether someone already owns it. Here’s how to check whether a specific name is taken.
Should you use it?
Our short answer: Restricted to verified lawyers — the rare TLD where the price and the gate actually buy credibility. For the full pros, cons, and rating, read the complete .law review.