Academics
Earning a law degree from California Western means mastering legal theory and fundamentals, honing critical-thinking skills, and gaining the ability to apply the law in dynamic settings.
A Program That Prepares
Because of our independent status, we can—and do—adapt our curriculum regularly to stay ahead of changes within the legal industry and prepare our students to thrive in the future. Find out how we do it.
Our innovative Juris Doctor program prepares you for for the future of law. Plan on acquiring an essential legal writing foundation, skills-based training through externships and clinics, and crucial preparation for passing the bar and finding employment after graduation.
In addition to working closely with our students, faculty members are regularly published and featured in national media as subject matter experts across industries and interests, including but not limited to cybersecurity, the Supreme Court, and gender and racial equality. The list of subjects we cover is as long and diverse as our professors’ experience.
In addition to working closely with our students, faculty members are regularly published and featured in national media as subject matter experts across industries and interests, including but not limited to cybersecurity, the Supreme Court, and gender and racial equality. The list of subjects we cover is as long and diverse as our professors’ experience.
Become a Well-Rounded Attorney
Learn more about JD learning outcomesInnovative programs complement our curriculum to enhance your experience during your time here. As a result, you’ll enter the professional world with superior training and a broader perspective.
What will your journey be like?
Your three years at California Western offer a balance of structure —to give you the fundamentals you’ll need as a lawyer—and flexibility—to provide you the opportunity to pursue your passions. See all of the opportunities available to you in these areas:
What programs are available to you?
Our mission is to make sure you’re ready to succeed in the real world. In addition to your studies in the classroom, you’ll be provided a wealth of resources to make you an ethical, practice-ready attorney. Programs we offer include: