California Western School of Law Juris Doctor (JD) Program
California Western School of Law

California Western School of Law

Juris Doctor (JD) Program

Juris Doctor

English

Full time, Part time

On-Campus

Key Summary

    About : The Juris Doctor (JD) Program is designed to prepare students for a career in law. It provides comprehensive training in legal principles, critical thinking, and ethical practice. The program equips graduates with the skills needed to excel in various legal contexts.
    Career Outcomes : Graduates can pursue diverse career opportunities, including roles as attorneys, judges, legal consultants, and public policy advisors. The JD degree also opens doors to positions in 🡲 government agencies, corporate law, and non-profit organizations.

Our innovative Juris Doctor (JD) program emphasizes skills-based training and prepares you for a successful and satisfying career in the legal profession.

You build the foundation for successful law practice through traditional first-year coursework with an emphasis on legal analysis, research, and writing, and begin meeting with career advisors to identify work opportunities in law school and beyond.

You will participate in the much-acclaimed STEPPS Program, where you will learn the knowledge and skills necessary for the ethical practice of law through a client-attorney simulation course. You can also take a wide variety of courses designed to prepare you for the bar exam and a career in law. Specialized courses and experiential learning opportunities are also available.