Category: Legal Education

Legal Education, Summer Legal Education Series

Summer Legal Education Series – July Sessions

Erin McNeil

Come join us for our Summer Legal Education Series this July!

Classes include:

Introduction to Law and the U.S. Legal System (July 15-18)

Introduction to Search & Seizure (July 8-9)

Introduction to Artificial Intelligence & Rising Legal Issues (July 10-11)

The Center for Legal & Court Technology (CLCT) at William & Mary Law School has developed a series of introductory law classes for high school and college students. This program gives students interested in law and government, as well as business and technology, the opportunity to experience classes in the comfort of their homes using an interactive videoconferencing platform. Classes are offered in July and last between four and 14 hours. This program offers students an exceptional opportunity to gain valuable knowledge for their future careers. 

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Legal Education, Summer Legal Education Series

Introduction to Law and the U.S. Legal System – June

Erin McNeil

Join us on June 24-27, 2024!

“Intro to Law” discusses what law is, how it is made, and how it is changed. This highly interactive and thought-provoking class addresses how the American legal system really works. At its end, students will better understand how to read and interpret statutes and court opinions.

  • Emphasizes logical thinking, analysis, and writing;
  • Provides the tools necessary to understand what law is and how it is changed; and
  • Explains the interaction between legislature and courts; Includes the writing of a basic legal memorandum of law.

For 26 years, this program was the core of William & Mary Law School’s introductory week for new law students. It is especially valuable for those considering or planning to go to law school.

This class encompasses 14 hours of lecture and class discussion. Class preparation requires assigned readings and at the end of the program writing a basic legal memorandum.

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