Southwestern Law School Campuses

Southwestern Law School's Los Angeles Campus offers a comprehensive Juris Doctor (JD) program, emphasizing practical legal education through its unique 2-Year JD Program and traditional 3-Year JD Program. The curriculum covers foundational courses such as Contracts, Torts, Civil Procedure, Criminal Law, Property, and Constitutional Law, providing students with a strong base in legal principles.

• Advanced courses include Business Associations, Evidence, Federal Income Taxation, Professional Responsibility, and Trusts and Estates, preparing students for bar exams and legal practice.
• The Entertainment and Media Law concentration features classes like Entertainment Law, Intellectual Property, and Media and the First Amendment, leveraging the campus's proximity to Hollywood.
• In the Criminal Justice and Public Interest Law area, offerings include Advanced Criminal Procedure, Juvenile Justice, and Public International Law, with opportunities for clinics and externships.
• Applied Legal Studies encompass Negotiation, Mediation, Trial Advocacy, and Legal Writing, fostering hands-on skills through the school's renowned PALS (Practical Achievement and Learning Skills) program.
• Electives in areas like Environmental Law, Family Law, Immigration Law, and Health Law allow specialization, supported by interdisciplinary courses in collaboration with local institutions.

The campus also hosts the Master of Laws (LLM) in Entertainment and Media Law, featuring specialized courses such as Copyright Law, Trademark and Unfair Competition, and International Entertainment Transactions. Additionally, the LLM in U.S. Law targets international students with courses in American Legal System, Contracts, and Torts tailored for non-U.S. lawyers. Experiential learning is central, with clinics like the Community Justice Clinic, Entrepreneurship Clinic, and Immigrants' Rights Clinic providing real-world application. The school's location in Los Angeles facilitates partnerships with courts, firms, and organizations for internships and pro bono work. Overall, the curriculum integrates theory with practice, ensuring graduates are well-equipped for diverse legal careers in litigation, corporate law, public service, and entertainment industries. This robust offering, exceeding 200 courses, supports Southwestern's mission of accessible, innovative legal education.