This is an experiential course designed to teach the basics of family law doctrine through two extended simulations, while developing students’ research, writing and lawyering skills.
Federal Courts/Federal System
This course explores the role of the federal courts in the federal system, integrating study of constitutional provisions and the realities of federal court practice.
Financial Services Field Placement and Seminar
This experiential workshop and seminar are co-requisite courses introducing students to experts in the financial services industry and a variety of current legal, business, and regulatory issues.
Financial Services Law Externship
This externship course enables students to gain practical experience in corporate and regulatory entities related to the financial services industry.
First Amendment
This is a substantive course essential for any student interested in constitutional law or civil liberties. The course explores First Amendment protections for freedom of speech and freedom of religion, the Fifth Amendment Takings Clause, and more.
Foundations for the Study of Law
This first-semester course will introduce students to two sets of fundamental concepts necessary for the successful study of law.
Foundations for the Pursuit of Professionalism
This second-semester course will continue the focus on the learning skills addressed in Foundations for the Study of Law, so that each student continues to develop skills necessary for learning and understanding new concepts throughout their career in law.
Gender in American Legal History
This upper-level, seminar course focuses on the legal and cultural status of gender in American history.
The Global Employee: Business Immigration Field Placement
With this placement, students will meet once every other week in a specialized seminar focusing on the limits on U.S. business in employment of foreign nationals.
Graduate Tax Externship
This externship placement enables LL.M. students to gain practical experience in a tax-focused entity.