JD in Juris Doctor – Family and Juvenile Law
Those pursuing a Juris Doctor – Family and Juvenile Law concentration at Liberty University gain practical experience through externships with family law attorneys, prosecutors, and judges. Students also can receive training to become volunteers with CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates).
Duration
3 years
Starting Date
August
Tuition Fee
$37,885 per year
Location
Lynchburg, United States
About the program
As a student in theJuris Doctor – Family and Juvenile Law concentration at Liberty University, you’ll be prepared to:
- Defend children who find themselves in trouble with the law
- Represent all parties involved in a divorce
- Help place children in adoptive homes
- Prosecute those who abuse children
You’ll not only learn the substantive law needed to represent these children and families, but you’ll get to explore these issues from a distinctively Christian perspective. We will teach you how to minister to hurting families and bring hope to those who often have no hope.
Courses include:
- Family Law
- Children and the Law Seminar
- Adoption Law
- Child Abuse and the Law
Minimum requirements
- To be admitted to Liberty’s J.D. program, you’ll need a bachelor’s degree from an institution that is accredited by an accrediting agency recognized by the Department of Education.
- One letter of recommendation is required, addressing your academic performance and abilities, preferably from a faculty advisor or professor in your major field of study. If you have been out of school for several years or have served in the military, a letter from an employer or commanding officer is appropriate.
- Applicants are encouraged to submit a current résumé with the Application for Admission form. Your résumé should include your work experience, honors, awards, extracurricular activity, and community service.