Juris doctor (JD)

University of Illinois Chicago

One of the things that makes UIC Law so special is the variety and number of courses we offer our students. Regardless of which of our courses interest you, you'll develop the strategic, analytical, and transactional skills that are so valuable to employers. We specialize in educating attorneys who can succeed from their first day on the job. Required Curriculum Required Courses for the JD Degree Civil Procedure I (3 Credits)Civil Procedure II (3 Credits)Contracts I (3 Credits)Contracts II (3 Credits)Constitutional Law I (3 Credits)Constitutional Law II (3 Credits)Criminal Law (3 Credits)Evidence or Trial Lawyer: Evidence (4 Credits)Expert Learning (1 Credit) JD Concentrations JD concentrations offer degree candidates the opportunity to go beyond their foundational knowledge of law to develop further competitive distinction at the JD level. All concentrations are designed to serve the candidate as a guide for selecting electives in specific areas of study and to develop the practice-ready skills that employers seek in career applicants. Each concentration has specific requirements and elective courses a student may take in order to earn the certificate. JD candidates can pursue a concentration in one of the following areas: Criminal Law & ProcedureCritical Race & Gender StudiesHealth Equity, Law & PolicyIntellectual Property LawInternational Human Rights LawSustainabilityTrial Advocacy & Dispute Resolution

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