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School of Law Academics

A Greater Degree of Impact

At Western New England University School of Law, you will not only learn the law, but also how to practice it.

While rigorous and intellectually challenging, our academic programs are taught in an inclusive and collegial learning environment that models the values we hope to instill in our graduates.

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Juris Doctor

In the JD program, you will learn the science of legal study as a methodology to analyze legal and social issues. You'll perform careful research and write thorough and precise legal memoranda and scholarly papers. You will be prepared to artfully articulate persuasive legal arguments and apply them in a professional context through clinics, externships, and moot court experiences.

JD Program

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LLM in Elder Law and Estate Planning

The only live, interactive, online LLM in Elder Law and Estate Planning in the U.S., our program offers a unique opportunity for you to take your practice in a new direction or strengthen your expertise to advocate for elders and their families. You can enroll part-time or full-time in the fall or spring.

LLM Program