Villanova University School of Law explained

Villanova University Charles Widger School of Law
Parent:Villanova University
Religious Affiliation:Roman Catholic (Augustinian)
Type:Private law school
Dean:Mark Alexander
City:Villanova
State:Pennsylvania
Country:United States
Students:720
Ranking:48th (2024)[1]
Website:law.villanova.edu

The Charles Widger School of Law (known as Villanova Law) is the law school of Villanova University, a private Roman Catholic research university in Villanova, Pennsylvania. It was opened in 1953 and is approved by the American Bar Association (ABA) and a member of the Association of American Law Schools (AALS). Approximately 720 students study full-time in the J.D. program which offers more than 100 offerings including foundation courses, specialty offerings, drafting courses, clinical experiences, seminars, simulation courses and externships.[2]

Academics

The school has four degree programs:

Juris Doctor (JD)

Villanova University Charles Widger School of Law offers a legal education designed to teach the rules of law and their application; to demonstrate how lawyers analyze legal issues and express arguments and conclusions; to inculcate the skills of the counselor, advocate, and decision maker; and to explore the ethical and moral dimensions of law practice and professional conduct.

Joint JD/MBA program

The Villanova University School of Law and the Villanova School of Business offer a joint-degree program permitting simultaneous study for the Juris Doctor and the Master of Business Administration degrees. The Villanova School of Business is one of the few business schools in the nation whose Master of Business Administration and Department of Accountancy program have been approved by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business. In the program, credit is given for certain courses by both the School of Law and the School of Business. Through this program, degrees may be completed in less time than it would take to obtain them separately.[3]

Graduate Tax Program

The Graduate Tax Program is an interdisciplinary program led by Leslie M. Book conducted under the auspices of the Villanova University School of Law and Villanova's School of Business. The program has over 30 courses, which are also available to JD candidates, who are able to enroll in LL.M. courses as well as participate in the joint JD/LL.M. program.[4] Business students participating in the Graduate Tax Program may earn a Master of Science in Taxation (MST) degree.

Moorad Center for the Study of Sports Law

The Jeffrey S. Moorad Center for the Study of Sports Law was created in 2012, and was funded by a $5 million donation from San Diego Padres vice chairman and CEO Jeffrey S. Moorad (a 1981 graduate of the law school). The Center prepares students for careers in sports-related fields.[5] It is one of only a few in the United States dedicated to the study of sports law, and it is run by director Andrew Brandt, a lawyer, former NFL team executive, and ESPN commentator.[6]

Rankings and reputation

The 2024-25 edition of U.S. News & World Reports "Best Graduate Schools" ranked Villanova Law at 48th (tied) in the country overall.[7]

The 2022 edition of Above the Law's Top 50 Law Schools ranked Villanova as the 35th best law school in the country.[8]

Class statistics

Fall 2021 entering class profile:[9]

GPA:

LSAT:

Notable faculty

Notable alumni

Placement

According to Villanova's official 2014 ABA-required disclosures, 70% of the Class of 2014 obtained full-time, long-term, JD-required employment nine months after graduation, excluding solo practitioners.[31]

Pro bono programs

Pro bono programs, such as the clinics and other projects, provide students with the opportunity to serve the disadvantaged while developing skills and positive relationships with practicing attorneys.[32]

Lawyering Together

Villanova Law's student body has the opportunity to participate in the "Lawyering Together" program. Through the program, law students are matched with volunteer attorneys who assist clients referred through Philadelphia pro bono organizations.[32] The referring organizations include Senior Law Center, Philadelphia Volunteers for the Indigent Program (VIP) and the Support Center for Child Advocates.[32]

External links

Notes and References

  1. Web site: U.S. News & World Report Law School Rankings. April 10, 2024 .
  2. Web site: Stats and Facts. Fall 2010 Entering Class Profile. Villanova University School of Law. 6 May 2011.
  3. Web site: VILLANOVA SCHOOL OF BUSINESS | Villanova University.
  4. Web site: Law, Villanova School of. www.law.villanova.edu. 2015-06-07.
  5. Web site: San Diego Padres CEO Moorad donates $5M to Villanova law school - Philadelphia Business Journal. dead. https://web.archive.org/web/20140519055103/http://www.bizjournals.com/philadelphia/blog/jeff-blumenthal/2012/02/san-diego-padres-ceo-moorad-donates.html?page=all. 2014-05-19.
  6. News: Ex-NFL exec heads Villanova sports law center. https://web.archive.org/web/20130205160621/http://articles.philly.com/2012-09-15/business/33845015_1_sports-law-jeffrey-s-moorad-center-law-students. February 5, 2013. September 15, 2012. philly.com. The Inquirer.
  7. Web site: U.S. News & World Report Law School Rankings. 2023-05-12.
  8. Web site: The 2020 ATL Top 50 Law Schools. 2023-05-12.
  9. Stats and Facts: Villanova Law School https://www1.villanova.edu/university/law/admissions/how-to-apply/class-profile.html VLS website
  10. Web site: Richard Joseph Arcara. Federal Judicial Center. 10 April 2013.
  11. Web site: Kelly Ayotte. Biographical Directory of the United States Congress. 17 April 2013.
  12. Web site: Lewis R. Carluzzo. taxcourt.gov. 17 April 2013.
  13. Web site: J. Scot Chadwick . wayback machine . 17 April 2013 . dead . https://web.archive.org/web/20000529213041/http://www.house.state.pa.us/members/districts/110/110.htm . May 29, 2000 .
  14. Web site: Mary Little Cooper. Federal Judicial Center. 17 April 2013.
  15. Web site: Chester County Commissioner Ryan Costello to run for Jim Gerlachs seat. Times Herald. 15 January 2014. November 4, 2014.
  16. Web site: Craig Dally. Project Vote Smart. 17 April 2013.
  17. Web site: Michael J. Fitzgerald. ARCHDIOCESE OF PHILADELPHIA. 17 April 2013. 25 April 2013. https://web.archive.org/web/20130425021713/http://archphila.org/bishop-new/fitzgerald-cv.htm. dead.
  18. News: Third Ward candidate profile: Jacob Frey. McKenzie. Sarah. March 18, 2013. The Journal. https://web.archive.org/web/20171109151236/http://www.journalmpls.com/archives/2013/03/third-ward-candidate-profile-jacob-frey/. November 9, 2017. live.
  19. Web site: David F. Girard-diCarlo. Notable Names Data Base. 18 April 2013.
  20. Web site: William J. Green, III. Biographical Directory of the United States Congress. 18 April 2013.
  21. Web site: Matthew F. McHugh. Biographical Directory of the United States Congress. 18 April 2013.
  22. Web site: Jeff Moorad. sandiego.padres.mlb.com/. 18 April 2013.
  23. Web site: Ed Rendell. National Governors Association. 18 April 2013.
  24. Web site: Marjorie Rendell. Notable Names Data Base. 18 April 2013.
  25. Web site: Matthew J. Ryan. 1997-2013 PG Publishing Co., Inc.. 22 April 2013.
  26. Web site: William H. Ryan, Jr.. 2013 Bradford PA Today. News & Information. 22 April 2013.
  27. Web site: [//www.house.state.pa.us/members/districts/134/134.htm Donald William Snyder ]. wayback machine . 22 April 2013 . dead . https://web.archive.org/web/20000201200904/http://www.house.state.pa.us/members/districts/134/134.htm . 1 February 2000 . dmy-all .
  28. Web site: About Lt. Governor Mike Stack. Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. 17 July 2015.
  29. Web site: Michael Testa's Biography Senator Michael Testa New Jersey's 1st Legislative District. 2020-09-23. SenateNJ.com.
  30. Web site: Richard Trumka. Notable Names Data Base. 22 April 2013.
  31. Web site: Employment Data.
  32. Web site: CHARLES WIDGER SCHOOL OF LAW | Villanova University.

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