This Core Curriculum course is the first part of a two-semester introduction to constitutional law and theory, focusing on doctrine related to the constitutional rules governing the federal government and the constitutional rules addressing the distribution of power between the federal government and the states.
Constitutional Law II
This Core Curriculum course is the second part of a two-semester introduction to constitutional law and theory with a primary focus on the constitutional rules governing individual rights and equality.
Education Law and Policy
This course focuses on the intersection of public schools, K-12 educational policy, and the law, exploring the crucial role education plays in sustaining a democratic society.
Education Law and Practice
Students in this project-based learning course will provide legal services to the Charter High School for Law and Social Justice, a law-focused charter high school founded by the New York Law School Justice Action Center.
Professional Responsibility
This course provides an introduction to professional and ethical issues that concern lawyers throughout their careers.
Race, Bias, and Advocacy
This course examines how issues of race and race bias manifest themselves in the practice of law.
Special Education Law and Practice
This course examines the history, legal framework, and application of Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA).
Torts
This course is an introduction to the rules governing civil liability for breach of duty causing harm or injury to persons and property.
Wilf Impact Center Capstone
Wilf Impact Center affiliates will participate in a year-long written research project with practical application with practicing attorneys and Wilf Impact Center faculty.
Wilf Impact Center Colloquium
This course examines how lawyers use law to effectuate social change. This upper-level, graded seminar course is required for all students affiliated with the Wilf Impact Center for Public Interest Law.