L A W S C H O O L
DISCOVER THE DIFFERENCE
MARQUETTE UNIVERSITY LAW SCHOOL
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Welcome to Marquette University Law School. Choosing to
attend any law school is an important decision, and I hope that
we can help you in the process.
Law is certainly a helping profession. Our very reason for being as lawyers
is to seek justice for our clients. I find it humbling to be part of a profession
capable of doing so much good.
Law is also a learned profession: being able to serve others through the law
requires a great deal of preparation. Since becoming dean in 2003, I have
taken it as my responsibility to foster the commitment to academic excellence
for which Marquette Law School has been known for more than a century.
And it has been my privilege — indeed, perhaps the most important part of
my work as dean — to help attract to Marquette students with the intellect,
values, and diversity to make lasting contributions to the lives of their clients
and to their communities.
As a Jesuit institution, Marquette asks its students and alumni to fulfill the
mission of being men and women for others. This tradition also inspires
Marquette Law School to play a role in our community — both through
service to those who are disadvantaged and as a robust intellectual commons
where people can come together to discuss and debate large ideas in the
administration of justice. In those roles, you will note, again, the helping
and learned attributes of the profession.
In these and other respects, as the following pages begin to suggest, I
believe that Marquette Law School distinguishes itself. I warmly invite you
to consider the Marquette difference and the possibility of our doing great
things together.
Joseph D. Kearney
Dean and Professor of Law
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Find the right fit.
In the law school you will attend:
• Doyouseekacollaborativecommunityofinvolvedstudents,activescholars,and
accomplishedpractitioners?
• Doesvalues-based,individualizedinstructionappealtoyou?
• Arediverseopportunitiesforhands-onexperiencesimportant?
• Doyouexpectaneducationcharacterizedbyintellectualrigorandactiveexchanges
concerningthelaw?
MarquetteUniversityLawSchooloffersallofthisandmuchmore.
A big part of my decision to go to Marquette was
the Law School’s reputation. I have lived on the East
Coast, out West, and down South. In each of these
places, people are not only familiar with Marquette,
but they understand the quality education it provides.
— Laura Malugade, ’14Home State: Wisconsin
Academic Prep: University of Utah (Political Science)
TOP REASONS THEY’RE HERE
Law students rave about Marquette’s:
1Cooperative, collegial
student community
2Faculty who are not only legal experts but also committed teachers who are genuinely interested in their students
3Administration and staff who do
everything possible to help them succeed
4Proximity to municipal, state, and federal courthouses, each a short
walk from the Law School
5Practical opportunities to get down
to business as soon as they start
6Passion for social justice
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Graduate and go.
Yes, we know; talking about graduation seems an odd way to begin a
publication about choosing a law school. But any decision you make at this
juncture should consider the outcomes of working toward a law degree.
SowhatcanMarquetteofferyou?
Forstarters,ifyouplantopracticeinWisconsin,aMarquetteJ.D.willgiveyoutheabilitytoconnect
directlytoalegalcareerwithoutstudyingforabarexam.
That’sbecauseMarquettegraduateswhomeetcourserequirementsandcharacterstandardsarelicensed
withoutexaminationtopracticelawinWisconsin(it’scalledthe“diplomaprivilege”).Inaddition,they
qualifyforadmissiontothefederalcourtsinWisconsin.Tobesure,MarquetteLawSchoolwillprepare
youtopracticewhereveryouwish.
Wisconsinistheonlystatethatgrantsadmissiontothebarbydiplomaprivilegetothevariousgraduates
ofin-statelawschools.
The multiple clinical experiences available at
the Law School were a great preparation for
my work. The emphasis at Marquette is not
only to teach essential skills but to prepare
students as professionals. This place is
special because students can gain a balanced
education that extends beyond legal training.
— Juan Amado, ’11 Legal Content, Zywave Incorporated (Milwaukee)
Home State: UtahAcademic Prep: Brigham Young University, Utah
(Business Management)
Before I enrolled, I didn’t realize that Wisconsin has the diploma privilege.
Marquette exceeded my expectations for that alone. However, it’s probably
even more important that Marquette and Milwaukee offer such an extensive
array of opportunities to engage in an internship. That’s a real plus in terms
of marketability after graduation.
— Carolina Dutriz, ’12Attorney, Cervera Garcia Law Offices, LLC (Milwaukee)
Home State: Florida Academic Prep: Florida International University (Communications)
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Growing up in Milwaukee’s inner city, I never imagined I would be a lawyer one day,
much less an Assistant District Attorney. But Marquette University Law School gave me
the skills and the inspiration to do exactly that. And, as it has for so many students and
faculty, Marquette offered me abundant opportunities to promote justice and serve the
community through pro bono legal assistance, advocacy, and education.
It’s a place that transforms people. It’s a law school that cares for students, cares about
whether they learn, and cares about whether they respect people who are different from
themselves. That caring continues after graduation with educational programming and
training that keep alumni connected to the Law School. It is that caring and continued
support that makes me proud to be a Marquette lawyer.
— Patricia McGowan, ’89Assistant District Attorney, Milwaukee County
Home State: Wisconsin
Academic Prep: Marquette University (Law Enforcement)
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Launch your career.
As early as your first semester, you’ll have access to a wealth of services
available in our Career Planning Center.
• Takeadvantageofindividualcareerplanning,onlinejobbulletins(updateddaily),acomprehensive
resourcelibrary,jobsearchskillsprograms,speakersandpaneldiscussions,mockinterviews,alumnijob
postings,etiquettelunches,andfilesfilledwithemployerinformation.
• Gethelpplanningthecoursesandfieldworkexperiencenecessarytoachieveindividualgoals.
• Learnbestpracticesforcoverletterandresumepreparation.
• Makeconnectionswithalumniwhocanshareexperience,advice,andjobleads.
Withthiskindofcustomizedattention,it’snowonderourplacementrateconsistentlyexceedsthe
nationalaverage.
Dean Katzman is always available to go over your resume, help you with job
prospects, and provide interview tips. He always remembers what is going
on with you; there is no awkward reminding him why you were in to see
him the month before. He encouraged me to apply for the Presidential
Management Fellowship, a two-year leadership development fellowship with
the federal government. I wouldn’t and couldn’t have done it without him. For
this reason and more, I am thankful every day that I chose Marquette.
— Chelsea Williamson, ’12Associate, Wolff & Sonderhouse LLP (Waukesha, Wisconsin)
Home State: VirginiaAcademic Prep: University of Virginia
(Foreign Affairs)
1 on 1That’s the relationship our
Career Planning Center staff will
cultivate with you.
OVERALL EMPLOYMENT RATE FOR NEW LAW GRADUATES(Class of 2011 nine months after graduation)
91.7% Marquette
85.6% National
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Anticipate life after law school.
One of the key ingredients to differentiating yourself in the job market
after law school is experience. Alumni consistently tell us how they had an
advantage over peers from other institutions because they were able to
work in the state and federal courts, at businesses, at law firms, and with
various clinics and agencies while in law school.
RECENT MARQUETTE LAW SCHOOL GRADUATES HAVE GONE ON TO:
• ClerkforafederaljudgeontheU.S.CourtofAppealsfor
theFifthCircuitinHouston.
• Handlemergersandacquisitions,corporategovernance,
generalsecuritiesmatters,andmoreforthemain(Pittsburgh)
officeofaninternationalfirmofnearly2,000lawyers.
• Serveonthesubcommitteemajoritystaffforthechairof
theU.S.SenateCommitteeontheJudiciary–Subcommittee
ontheConstitution,CivilRights,andHumanRights.
• ServeasanenforcementrepresentativefortheNational
CollegiateAthleticAssociationinIndianapolis.
• Prosecutecasesasanassistantstate’sattorneyforthe
CookCountyState’sAttorney’sOfficeinChicago.
• RepresentcriminaldefendantsfortheStatePublic
DefenderinMilwaukee.
• PracticefortheMilwaukeeofficeofoneofthenation’s
pre-eminenthealthlawfirms.
• Specializeintheareaofchemicalandbiologicalpatents
foratop100lawfirminKansasCity.
• ServeasanofficerintheU.S.AirForceJudgeAdvocate
General’sCorpsinTucson.
• PracticelawfortheNewYorkCityheadquartersofan
800-attorneylawfirm.
• Workasataxassociateinthestateandlocaltax
servicesgroupataBigFouraccountingfirminDallas.
• HandlemattersoffederalIndianlaw,triballaw,tax,
tribalelectionrepresentation,governance,gaminglaw,
tribalfinancing,andmoreforaMinneapolisfirm.
• ClerkforajusticeontheWisconsinSupremeCourt
inMadison.
ADVICE FOR CHOOSING AND MAKING THE MOST OF YOUR LAW SCHOOL
Gotoalawschoolwhereyoucanexperiencemanydifferent
things.Then,makesureyou’reopentoexploringasmanydiverse,
substantiveareasoflawasyoucan.Youneverknowwhatareas
youwilllikeordislikeuntilyouexperiencethem.
Forexample,Ihadnointerestinalternativedisputeresolution
untilIworkedattheMediationClinic,whereIfellinlovewith
mediatingandnegotiating.Ialsolearnedstrongproblem-solving
skillsthatarethebasisofbeingasuccessfulattorneynomatter
howyoupracticelaw.
Lawschoolmightbetheonlytimeyou’llgetachancetowork
withafederaljudge,alawfirm,andavolunteerlegalclinicall
inthesameyear.Experienceitallwhiletheopportunitiesare
readilyavailabletoyou.
Kristina Minor, ’13Home State: Illinois Academic Prep: University of Illinois Urbana–Champaign (Psychology)
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Marquette’s connections to the legal and business community in
Milwaukee afforded me an excellent opportunity to learn the law
as a student while actively experiencing it as a law clerk. The wide
range of internship and clerkship opportunities in state and federal
courts, along with a vast network of legal and business connec-
tions, allowed me to evaluate the myriad options available to law
grads. From there, I could zero in on the exact practice that fit me
the best. From legal writing to clinical workshops, my Marquette
law education gave me the building blocks and problem-solving
skills to jump immediately into practice without missing a beat.
— JB Koenings, ’11Associate, O’Neil, Cannon, Hollman, DeJong and Laing S.C. (Milwaukee)
Home State: WisconsinAcademic Prep: United States Air Force Academy, Colorado
(English Literature)
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Get to know your professors.
Approachable. Expert. Friendly. Knowledgeable. Supportive.
ThesearesomeoftheadjectiveswecontinuallyheartodescribeMarquetteLawSchoolfaculty.
Butdon’ttakeourwordforit.Considerwhatourstudentsandalumnihavetosay.Visitcampusand
findoutforyourself.
I think it is important to choose a law school that provides not
only a great legal education but also offers a culture that allows
you to identify and develop your unique strengths and abilities.
Marquette offers our students a really excellent education from
faculty members who are committed to providing superior
classroom instruction. In addition, they provide students with
individual attention and assist them with developing their careers
in the legal profession.
— Phoebe Weaver Williams, ’81Associate Professor of Law
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The Jesuit education, the underlying philosophy and educational
values, the individualized approach to education, the beautiful facility …
Marquette is a place on the move. The Law School’s presence in Milwaukee
is also a big draw. The work Marquette does in the community helps
engage students in learning how to become competent, principled
attorneys. It also helps fulfill our Jesuit tradition of training men and
women to serve others.
— Matthew Parlow Associate Dean for Academic Affairs
and Associate Professor of Law
As an undergraduate, I never went to a
professor’s office for help, but I have no
problem doing that here. All the faculty
are easy to talk to and willing to help
students understand what often can
be confusing material. I have developed
some great relationships with my
professors here.
— Katie Lonze, ’13Home State: Illinois
Academic Prep: University of Wisconsin–Madison (Political Science, History, International Studies)
Sure, the professors can recite restatements off
the top of their heads and argue with you until your
head spins, but at the end of the day they genuinely
care about your success as a person and as a student.
In addition, our professors have real-life experience
that only makes the substantive material better. How
many students can say that Major League Baseball
Commissioner Bud Selig teaches one of their classes?
— Peter Prigge, ’12Compliance Assistant, Department of Intercollegiate
Athletics, University of WyomingHome State: Wisconsin
Academic Prep: Marquette University (Political Science)
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As a wife and mother, and after six and a half years of working, I was
apprehensive about returning to school. But my peers eased the
transition. I learned a great deal from their diverse experiences and
interests, and they enhanced my understanding of the breadth of the
law and the extent of its application. I have been motivated by their
passion. Law school is demanding, challenging, and rigorous. I cannot
overstate the importance of having peers and faculty who are genuinely
invested in your experience and future career as a Marquette lawyer.
— Rebeca López, ’12Associate, Godrey & Kahn S.C. (Milwaukee)
Home State: Wisconsin Academic Prep: Marquette University (Spanish)
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Connect with your peers.
Collaborative. Tight-knit. Diverse. Accomplished.
ThesearesomeoftheadjectiveswecontinuallyhearwhendescribingtheMarquetteLawSchool
studentbody.
Onewayourstudentsgettoknoweachotherandworktogetherisbyservingonthestaffsandeditorial
boardsof:
• Marquette Law Review(oneoftheoldestlegaljournalsinthecountry)
• Marquette Sports Law Review(theonlysemiannualscholarlylawreviewdevotedentirelytolegal
issuesinsports)
• Marquette Intellectual Property Law Review
• Marquette Elder’s Advisor
Your fellow students, along with all the other people at Marquette,
work to make sure that you get a quality education, as well as enrich
your life as a person. During my first visit, I knew Marquette was the
place for me. I felt this comfort level deriving from a community that
promotes healthy competition, as well as fellowship among its
students. They work together and help each other learn and grow.
Everyone knows law school takes a large time commitment, and
many of us are at the school for 10-plus hours a day. Enjoying the
company of fellow students, taking part in activities together, helps
break up the constant study and makes life more balanced.
— Kavin Tedamrongwanish, ’14 Home State: North Carolina
Academic Prep: North Carolina State (Psychology, Communication)
40+That’s how many student organizations and
publications provide opportunities for
extracurricular involvement.
From promoting student-faculty social
activities as a member of the Student Bar
Association to addressing the concerns of groups
underrepresented in the legal profession to
exploring living a life of faith while learning
the law, you’re sure to find something
that interests you.
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It might sound cliché, but it is like family here. For those of us who are from out
of state, the deans, faculty, staff, and students truly make this a home away from
home. There is no need to worry about students trying to sabotage you to get that
top grade. Instead, the students look out for one another and become lifelong friends.
— Andre Salhab, ’12Home State: Florida
Academic Prep: University of Florida (Public Relations)
Make yourself at home in a state-of-the-art facility.
Eckstein Hall was designed with the expectation that students and staff
would spend large stretches of time in the building in productive, positive
states of mind. Many students spend more than 10 hours a day here
comfortably, thanks to Eckstein’s general spaciousness, multiple and varied
settings for studying, path-breaking “library without borders,” state-of-the-art
classrooms, café, chapel, fitness center, and even underground parking.
SilverThat’s the certification level Eckstein
Hall earned as a Leadership in Energy
and Environmental Design (LEED)
green building.
The Law School clearly went all out to make the
building a home for students. You can do everything in
Eckstein. And the classrooms have enough gadgets
for any technology-savvy student. I love the fact that
when I go to class, I am not fighting to find an outlet
to charge a laptop.
— Stephanie Chavers, ’13Home State: Pennsylvania
Academic Prep: Temple University, Pennsylvania (Political Science)
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Find balance.
Yes, you read that right. It is possible to go to law school and have a life.
Theideaoffacultyandstaffshowingconcernforgrowthanddevelopmentofstudentsaswell-
roundedindividualsisatraditionthathasbeenembeddedinJesuiteducationfornearly500years.
AndatMarquette,weencourage(andevenorganize)fun.
Marquette Law School does many things to ensure students get to know one
another. There are opportunities to interact socially and celebrate our successes.
And because Eckstein Hall’s amenities make it easy to spend the entire day in
the building, there are ample opportunities to talk about the law with faculty and
other students. This is vital because articulating your thoughts and defending your
ideas are critical aspects of what it is to be a law student.
— Barry Gill, ’13Home State: Wisconsin
Academic Prep: University of Wisconsin–Madison (History, Legal Studies)
If I’m going to spend large portions of
my week studying, there’s no place
I’d rather be than Eckstein Hall. The
amenities, comforts, and atmosphere of
this building take a lot of the stress out
of law school life.
— Erik Larson, ’14Home State: Illinois
Academic Prep: University of Wisconsin–Madison (Political Science)
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Practice, practice, practice.
It’s critical if you’re going to be a well-prepared lawyer.
Andit’swhyexperientiallearningisimportantatMarquette.Studentsheredon’twaittograduatebefore
representingclients,tryingcases,assistingwithprosecutions,mediatingdisputes,orclerkingforfirms.
Wisconsinstatutespermitourstudentstopracticelawunderanapprovedsupervisinglawyerin
numerousclinics.
BecauseMarquette’sistheonlylawschoolinsoutheasternWisconsin,ourstudentsaretypicallyfirstin
lineforopportunitiesinthissignificantlegalcommunity.Here,youcandeveloppracticalcompetencies
throughsupervisedfieldplacementswithgovernmentalandnonprofitlegalserviceagencies.And,just
blocksaway,judicialinternshipsareavailableinthecircuitandfederalcourts.
Oncampus,weofferarobustmootcourtprogram,othercompetitions,andextracurricularopportunities.
We take seriously the role that firsthand
experience plays in academic excellence. There
is an opportunity to learn all sorts of great skills
in the classroom, but I believe what really
differentiates Marquette is how we help students
find opportunities to practice those skills and
see the world in action — whether through the
Small Claims Mediation Clinic, or at the Family
Court, or on a trip to Israel.
— Andrea SchneiderProfessor of Law
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At Marquette, I found a place where everyone seems to have a fit. Though I
was drawn by sports law, I have experienced many different types of law and
programs through the diverse experiences Marquette offers. The program is
strong in the sheer access it provides to resources.
— Courtney Hall, ’13 Home State: Kentucky
Academic Prep: Mercer University, Georgia (Economics, Business Administration)
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Go to court.
Judicial internships offer a wide variety of placements in both federal and
state courts and provide an opportunity to observe firsthand how judges
decide real cases. Available with trial and appellate courts just blocks away,
these practical experiences offer an inside glimpse of what strategies and
tactics are effective in the courtroom.
Ifyouhaveaninterestincriminallaw,anumberofopportunitiesareofferedinourcriminallawclinics.
Inadditiontoservingaspublicdefenderinterns,studentscangainexperienceasprosecutorinterns
attheMilwaukeeCountyDistrictAttorney’sOffice.Here,theyassiststateprosecutorswithfelonyand
misdemeanorcasesandhandlematterssuchasbailhearings,motionhearings,andcourttrials.Before
concludingthisclinicalexperience,manystudentseventryjurycasesundertheguidanceoftheir
supervisingattorneys.
Moot court is very practical because it helps
you develop the skills you’re going to need
throughout your career — like the mechanics
of writing and citation. It’s optional, but invalu-
able, because moot court is an opportunity to
simulate the practice of law as a student. In
that way, it’s like practice for the practice.
— Susan Barranco, ’12Home State: Wisconsin
Academic Prep: Lake Forest College, Illinois (English and Communications)
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Get recognized.
Learn and handle the practical aspects of appellate litigation from start
to finish. Hone your brief-writing skills. Argue your case before a
panel of lawyers and judges. Win individual awards. Earn the chance
to compete nationally. That’s moot court at Marquette Law School.
And here’s a sample of recent opportunities in which our students
have participated:
•EvanA.EvansConstitutionalLawCompetition
•InternationalCommercialMediationCompetition(France)
•MardiGrasNationalSportsLawCompetition
•NationalAppellateAdvocacyCompetition
•NationalCriminalProcedureTournament
•NationalEntertainmentLawMootCourtCompetition
•NationalEnvironmentalLawMootCourtCompetition
•NationalHealthLawMootCourtCompetition
•PhilipC.JessupInternationalLawMootCourtCompetition
•RobertF.WagnerNationalLaborandEmploymentLawCompetition
All of my moot court experience —
including the National Criminal
Procedure Moot Court Competition
in San Diego — has fostered my
growth as a writer and oral
advocate. Further, the networking
that I have been able to do with the
legal community has been invaluable.
— Kyle Mayo, ’12Home State: Wisconsin
Academic Prep: Marquette University (Criminology and Law Studies)
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Make a difference. Be The Difference.
At Marquette, you can gain valuable legal experience while doing a great
deal of good.
It’spartofourmissiontodeveloplawyerswhogivebacktosociety.Manyofoursupervisedfield
placementsfurthertheJesuitmissionofservingthepoorandmarginalizedinoursociety—such
asthosewiththeLegalAidSociety,LegalActionofWisconsin,theCatholicCharitiesImmigration
AssistanceProject,andCentroLegalporDerechosHumanos.
What’smore,ourOfficeofPublicServiceoffersstudents,faculty,andalumnitheopportunitytoprovide
probonoandcommunityserviceandcontributetopublicpolicyissuesfocusedonaccesstojustice.Just
afewofitsinitiativesincludethe:
• CoalitionforAccesstoLegalResources,agroupofMilwaukee-arealegalproviderscommitted
toimprovingaccesstolegalresourcesforlow-incomepeople.
• HowardandPhyllisEisenbergLoanRepaymentAssistanceProgram,whichassistsgraduates
whochoosetoworkinlow-payingpublicinterestjobs.
• AnnualDo-GoodersAuction,theproceedsfromwhichprovidefinancialassistancetostudents
whochoosesummerinternshipsinthepublicinterest.
• PublicInterestLawSociety,whichpromotesprobonoservicetopoorandunderprivilegedpeople.
• ProBonoSociety,whichrecognizesgraduatingstudentswhohaveprovidedatleast50hoursof
probonoserviceduringtheirtenureattheLawSchool.
• MarquetteLegalInitiativeforNonprofitCorporations,offeringfreelegalassistanceto
Wisconsinnonprofits.
The opportunities for involvement have been
endless. The needs of the inner city in Milwaukee
create tremendous opportunities to jump in and
get involved right away. Experiences as early
as my first year exposed me to how the law
impacts education, immigration, health care,
and many other aspects of the community. For
someone hoping to be involved in public service,
this is the place to be.
— Laura Malugade, ’14Home State: Wisconsin
Academic Prep: University of Utah (Political Science)
From housing discrimination to tax law
to veterans’ affairs, Marquette public service
opportunities abound.
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The Marquette Volunteer Legal Clinic allowed me
to work side by side with Milwaukee lawyers to
provide pro bono legal information and referral services
to individuals in need of legal assistance. This clinic
is a great way to practice client interviewing and
research skills, issue spotting, and legal writing. As
a first-year student, I was able to experience what
client interaction is like and what facts are relevant
to answer legal questions. In addition to serving the
community, it enhanced my classroom learning and
allowed me to observe and be mentored by practic-
ing attorneys. The entire experience helped me put
my legal education in perspective and approach my
classes in a client-focused, service-minded way.
— Sergio Magaña, ’12Durrani Law Firm (Milwaukee)
Home State: Texas Academic Prep: Boston University
(Hispanic Languages and Literature, History)
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Learn the law.
Marquette’s broad-based core curriculum offers a strong foundation and excellent litigation, transactional, and
mediation preparation, with skills suitable for the general practice of law — balanced with the opportunity to
develop specific expertise through our diverse course offerings.
The course listings below are abridged and subject to change. For a complete academic overview and listings of academic programs, visit go.mu.edu/OBBQVb.
Required coursesCivil Procedure
Constitutional Law
Contracts
Criminal Law
Evidence
Law Governing Lawyers
Legal Analysis, Writing, and Research 1 and 2
Property
Torts
Trusts and Estates
Other required course workAdvanced legal research
course
Perspectives course
Process course
Public law course
Seminar
Workshop
Civil Litigation*AdvancedCivilProcedureAdvancedEvidenceAppellateWritingandAdvocacyConflicts of LawDepositionWorkshopElectronicDiscoveryFederal CourtsFederalCriminalProcedureGuardian ad LitemInsuranceLawIntellectualPropertyLitigationProductsLiabilityRemediesSentencingTrialAdvocacy
Criminal LawAdvancedEvidenceComparativeCriminalLawandProcedure
ConstitutionandCriminalInvestigationsCorporateCriminalLiabilityCriminalProcessCriminalPunishmentFederalCriminalProcedurePost-ConvictionRemediesandPrisonerRights
ProsecutorWorkshopPublicDefenderWorkshopRestorativeJusticeSentencingTerrorismandFederalLawTrialAdvocacy
EnvironmentalLawAdministrativeLawCleanWaterActComprehensiveEnvironmentalResponse,Compensation,andLiabilityAct(CERCLA)
EnvironmentalLawEnvironmentalPolicyandPhilosophyLandUsePlanningNaturalResourcesWaterLawWorkshopinEnvironmentalPractice
Health LawBioethicsandtheLawCurrentIssuesinHealthLawDisability LawElderLawHealth Care ContractsHealthCareProviderLiabilityHealth LawInternationalComparativeHealthCareManaged Health CareMental Health Law
Family LawAdoptionChildAbuseChild MaltreatmentCurrentIssuesinFamilyLawFamily LawFamilyLawandAlternativeDispute Resolution
Guardian ad LitemJuvenileLawParent,Child,andStateSpecialEducationLawWorkshopinFamilyPractice andProcedure
EstatePlanningEstatePlanningFederalTaxationofEstates,Gifts,andTrusts
ProbateProcedureTrustsandEstatesWorkshopinEstatePlanning
BusinessandCommercialLawAdvancedSecuritiesRegulationBankingLawandRegulationBankruptcyJurisdictionandProcedureBusinessBasicsforLawyersBusinessTortsCapitalMarketsComparativeCorporateandSecuritiesLawConsumer LawCreditor-DebtorLawCorporateFinanceDraftingandNegotiatingBusinessContractsFinancialInstitutionsandMarketsMergersandAcquisitionsNegotiableInstrumentsSalesSecuredTransactionsSecuritiesRegulation
AdvancedLegalResearchAppellateWritingandAdvocacyCriminal LawFamily LawFederal LawHeath and Medical LawIntellectualPropertyLawInternationalLawLaborandEmploymentLawLitigationSportsLawStateLawTaxLawWisconsinLaw
AlternativeDisputeResolution*AdministrativeLawAdvancedCivilProcedureArbitrationLawDraftingandNegotiatingBusiness
ContractsFamilyLawandAlternativeDisputeResolution
InternationalLitigationandArbitrationInterviewingandCounselingMediationNegotiatingBusinessTransactionsNegotiationPretrialPracticeRestorativeJusticeTrialAdvocacy
Core curriculum Course offerings
* Indicates certificate program available
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I tremendously enjoyed my fellow students, particularly
those in the part-time program, who brought such a rich
diversity of experience to the classroom. In addition,
the professors — experts in their subject areas who
combine real-world experience with nationally recognized
scholarship — challenged us to think critically, facilitated
rich discussions, and showed a commitment to us that
extended far beyond the classroom.
Bottom line: As impressive as the building is, it is merely
the most visible example of the high-quality legal
education offered by Marquette, and it is more than matched
by the quality of the professors, staff, and students.
— James Madlom, ’11Mueller Communications (Milwaukee)
Home State: WisconsinAcademic Prep: Marquette University (English, Philosophy)
InternationalLawAsylumLawComparativeandInternationalSportsLawComparativeConstitutionalLawComparativeCorporateandSecuritiesLawComparativeCriminalLawandProcedureComparativeRefuge/AsylumLawEuropeanUnionLawGlobalWorkplaceImmigrationLawInternationalBusinessTransactionsInternationalComparativeHeathCareInternationalConflictResolutionInternationalHumanRightsInternationalIntellectualPropertyInternationalOrganizations
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| M A R Q U E T T E L A W
Classes at Marquette are a mix of learning the history
of law, its rules, and its application. The teaching styles
range from a Socratic style to class discussions, but all
of them develop critical-thinking skills and teach students
how to read statutes and look for ambiguity. In addition,
all the classes teach the application of the law to the real
world. In particular, the Appellate Writing and Advocacy
class was important to me. It’s given me the confidence
to appear in front of a panel of judges — or a jury —
and make a persuasive argument for whatever side I
am representing.
— Kristin Menzl, ’13Home State: Wisconsin
Academic Prep: Concordia University, Wisconsin (English)
M A R Q U E T T E L A W | 2 3
Pursue your passion.
It’s no coincidence that many of our alumni are state and federal judges and
business and political leaders. We teach our students the skills to succeed in
whatever branch of our profession they will select.
Ourcurriculumisdesignedtoensurethatyouwillhavethesubstantiveknowledge,skills,andvalues
essentialtopracticelawinthe21stcentury.Ifyouwish,youcanfocusonaconcentrationtiedtoa
recognizedlegalspecialtyarea.
Weareproudthatwehaveeducatedandtrainedgenerationsoflawyerswhopracticeinallareasofthe
profession,inprivatefirmsandpublicagencies,inWisconsinandthroughouttheUnitedStates.Our
studentsbenefitfromalegaleducation—bothintheclassroomandinthefield—whichprepares
themwellforthecareerstheypursueatgraduationandbeyond.
THREE THINGS TO KNOW ABOUT MARQUETTE UNIVERSITY
LAW SCHOOL:
1Students here gain experience with judges, inter-
national corporations, small local companies, solo
practitioners, huge firms, and nonprofit agencies.
2Latin is spoken here. You’re going to hear more than
just habeas corpus, quid pro quo, and de facto at
this law school. You’ll also hear words like magis
(more) and cura personalis (treating people with
respect for their unique gifts and challenges as
individuals) because they embody the Marquette
mission. We strive to meet each student’s needs by
offering a supportive, values-centered education
and to develop lawyers who are not only effective
advocates but also engaged citizens.
3Our law school is recognized as
“Milwaukee’s public square,” says the Milwaukee
Journal Sentinel, “where leaders come together
to hash out the region’s thorniest problems.”
I love working with law students who want to help transform the community
to a more peaceful and safe environment by using the skills they acquire
in our Alternative Dispute Resolution Program, an active clinical program in
which law students practice restorative processes, trying to bring peace to
conflicting groups. In this work, we all have the opportunity to truly experience
the Jesuit mission of Marquette.
— Janine Geske, ’75Distinguished Professor of Law
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Specialize.
Is employment law your focus? You can find invaluable experience at the
Milwaukee office of the National Labor Relations Board or the Equal Rights
Division of the Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development.
Ormaybeyou’reinterestedinenvironmentallaw.Youcanapplywhatyoulearnintheclassroomatthelocal
officeofthegeneralcounselfortheU.S.DepartmentofAgricultureorthegeneralcounselsectionofthe
WisconsinDepartmentofNaturalResources.
HometotheNationalSportsLawInstitute,Marquette’sSportsLawprogramprovidesthenation’smost
comprehensiveofferingofsportslawcoursesandstudentinternshipswithlocalandnationalorganizations,as
wellasopportunitiestobecomeamemberoftheMarquette Sports Law ReviewandtheSportsLawMoot
Courtteam.Allstudentsareeligibletocompleteasportslawcertificate(orsimplytakeafewsportslaw
courses)aspartoftheirJ.D.degree.
I came to Marquette with two very different possible dreams — running a volunteer legal
clinic and working in the legal world of the growing sport of mixed martial arts (MMA).
Through Marquette’s Summer Internship Program, I had the opportunity to work with
the Legal Aid Society of Milwaukee to experience the first of my dreams. Further,
Professor Anderson of the Marquette Sports Law Program has been a consistent
source of personal advice and guidance regarding my second dream. That process
led to a position at one of the top MMA gyms in the country — located right here in
Milwaukee — as well as contacts within the legal department of the UFC, the world’s
premier professional MMA organization.
— Erik Larson, ’14Home State: Illinois
Academic Prep: University of Wisconsin–Madison (Political Science)
Because of the size of the Milwaukee market,
I was able to gain real-world legal experience
after my first year. That job opportunity was an
amazing way to learn the aspects of the law
that interested me most.
— Cassandra Jones, ’12Home State: Wisconsin
Academic Prep: Marquette University (History)
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The internship program run by Professor Hammer is one of the biggest
advantages of Marquette’s Law School. The chance to work at the
Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources, Milwaukee Riverkeeper,
or Midwest Environmental Advocates is a great opportunity to learn
more about environmental law, network with attorneys working in the
field, and get real-world experience in the practice of environmental law.
— Kristin Lindemann, ’13Home State: Wisconsin
Academic Prep: Belmont University, Tennessee (Humanities)
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Meet a mentor. Be a mentor.
Maybe it goes without saying that the first year of law school can be tough.
Marquette’s Academic Success Program (ASP) helps new students successfully
transition from undergraduate studies or working full time so they can meet
the challenges unique to legal education.
Foreachofyourfirst-yearcourses,you’llhavethechancetojoinasmallgroupthatmeetsweeklywithan
upper-levelstudenttoworkonclassandexamprep.Inadditiontomodelinghowtostudy,ASPsessions
reinforcewhatyoucoverinclass.Didwementionthisisacollaborativeplace?
The ultimate reason I chose Marquette Law
School was the people. Our faculty and staff
make the school special. Knowing there are so
many individuals who want you to succeed and
are there to help you succeed is a great feeling.
— KristyAnne Thompson, ’11 Human Resources Counsel, Peer 1 Hosting (Atlanta)
Home State: New YorkAcademic Prep: Auburn University, Alabama (Liberal Arts)
SUNY Brockport, New York (M.S., Education, Athletic Administration)
Troy University, Alabama (M.S., Human Resource Management)
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Multitask.
The Law School offers several joint degree options to students interested in
combining legal studies with other disciplines:
J.D./M.B.A.
J.D./M.B.A.insportsbusiness
J.D./M.A.inpoliticalscience
J.D./M.A.ininternationalaffairs
J.D./M.A.inbioethics(withtheMedicalCollegeofWisconsin)
J.D./M.A.insocialandappliedphilosophy
J.D./M.A.inthehistoryofphilosophy
Candidatesapplytoeachprogramseparately.StudentsmustmeetallrequirementsoftheLawSchool
andtheotherdegree-grantinginstitutionorprogram.
Alternatively,allstudentsarepermittedtotakeuptosixcreditsinarelatedgraduateprogramat
MarquetteorattheMedicalCollegeofWisconsinandcountthosecreditstowardtheJ.D.degree.
The fact that I could obtain an M.B.A. with a sports business
specialization, along with a J.D. that includes the National Sports
Law Institute Sports Law Certificate, made this law school the
perfect choice for me. Of course, it’s a lot of work, but the Law
School and its professors make it doable. All you have to do is
engage in the process.
— William Vinovich, IV, ’13Home State: California
Academic Prep: University of San Diego (Business Administration)
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1LFALL COURSES
Contracts
Torts
Criminal Law
Legal Analysis, Writing, and Research 1
SPRING COURSES
Civil Procedure
Constitutional Law
Property
Legal Analysis, Writing, and Research 2Dr. Ciemniewski, the writing specialist, is great.
The Legal Analysis, Writing, and Research class
teaches you what legal writing is, and he helps
you define and enhance your style. This creates
a perfect combination that not only teaches you
how to write in the legal profession but across
all professions.
— Sean Brown, ’14Home State: Texas
Academic Prep: University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (Economics)
Hit the ground running.
As a first-year student, you’ll take courses that develop your communications
skills and ability to think on your feet. You’ll begin to learn the law right away. You
can even pick up some practical experience.
You’llalsotakespecificintroductorycoursesinlegalwritingandresearch.Fromthestart,Marquetteprofessors
willcultivateyourskillsinlegalwriting,andtheywillchallengeyoutoeraseanypreconceivednotionsyou
mighthaveaboutit.
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Access the largest law library in eastern Wisconsin.
Information, assistance, and convenience — you’ll find it all in our “library
without borders.” Located in the midst of Eckstein Hall on all four levels,
it boasts a comprehensive collection of electronic resources and print
publications that cover virtually all aspects of law. And, as part of the
university’s wireless network, Eckstein Hall offers you — and your laptop —
a variety of convenient and quiet individual and group study spaces to suit
your preferences.
Buttheheartoflegalresearchstillinvolvesthehardworkofdoingitright—andlearningthatinvolves
morethancomputersandnicespace;itrequireslearningfromexcellentteachers.Thesixlibrarianswho
teachtheadvancedlegalresearchcoursesallhavelawdegreesaswellaslibrarydegrees.Reference
helpisavailablesevendaysaweek,withtheopportunitytosubmitquestionselectronically24/7.
For me, teaching legal research is a creative
endeavor that requires developing scenarios
that really challenge students to identify legal
issues and find the most relevant resource to
answer the legal question. Hands-on activities
are required to reinforce classroom lectures
and help the students develop their
research skills.
— Marva CowardAdjunct Associate Professor of Law
and Associate Law Librarian
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Consider the part-time option.
If you need to balance other major responsibilities with your dream of studying
law, you’re not alone.
Infact,hundredsofindividualshavecombinedcreditsandcareerswithfamilylifeandfinalexamsto
pursuethestudyoflawatMarquettethroughitspart-timeoption.Andthosealumninowinfluencethelegal
professioninthecourtroomandtheboardroom,ingovernmentagenciesandprivatepractice.
It’sallpossiblebecauseMarquetteLawSchooloffersWisconsin’sonlyformalPrograminPart-Time
LegalEducation.
Oneofthekeystoourpart-timestudents’successisahighlystructuredstart—withtwofirst-yearcourses
ineachofthefirsttwosemesters.Youcantakethemduringthedayorintheevening.Part-timeevening
studentstakeclassestwonightsaweek,withcoursesbacktoback,startingat5:30p.m.Part-timedaystudents
takecoursesdailyalongsidetheirfull-timepeers.
Asyoumovethroughtheprogram,thecourseofstudybecomesmoreflexible.Atleasttwocourses
mustbetakeneachsemester.Allgraduationrequirementsmaybemetthrougheveningcourses.Part-time
studentscompletetheirlawdegreerequirementsinasmanyassixyearsor,withsummerattendance,asfew
asfour.
Beyondflexibledayandeveningscheduling,ourpart-timestudentsfind:
•Thesamehigh-qualitycurriculumavailabletofull-timestudents.
•Classestaughtbythesamegiftedfull-timefacultyandadjunctfacultywhohaveestablishedtheLaw
School’sstrongreputation.
•Thesameclinicalopportunities,studentorganizations,andotherrewardingextracurricularactivities.
Anotherkeytoourstudents’successisthesupport.Administrators,faculty,libraryresources,academicsuccess
programs,careerservices,andstudentservicesareallaccessibleduringdayandeveninghours.Andwehelp
withdetailssuchasparking,textbooks,andmore.
Bottomline:Werecognizeyou’rejugglingalot,andweprovidetheresourcestosupportyou.
Sample schedule
FIRST TWO YEARS OF THE PART-TIME EVENING OPTION
Year 1
Fall courses
ContractsCriminal Law
Spring courses
Civil ProcedureProperty
Summer courses (optional)
Elective(s) or required course(s)
Year 2
Fall courses
Torts
Legal Analysis, Writing, and Research 1
Elective
Spring courses
Constitutional Law
Legal Analysis, Writing, and Research 2
Elective
Summer courses (optional)
Elective(s) or required course(s)
M A R Q U E T T E L A W | 2 9
When I applied to law school, my wife and I were both
working, and our daughter was just starting school. Being
able to attend classes at night twice a week was the only
way I could find time for everything. In my second year, I
elected to pursue my education on a full-time basis. It was
great to have that flexibility available to me.
— Ryan Myhre, December ’12Home State: Wisconsin
Academic Prep: University of Wisconsin–Milwaukee (Finance)
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M A R Q U E T T E L A W | 3 3
Take advantage of a big city with a small-town feel.
Where you attend law school is an important part of the package. It’s the
source of your practical experiences during the academic year and often
during the summers. It’s a base for networking. And it plays a big role in
your social life.
That’swhyMarquettelawstudentsconsistentlymentionMilwaukeeasoneofourstrengths.Thecity
offersavibrantandcosmopolitan—yetaccessibleandfriendly—atmosphere,culturalactivities,
restaurants,sports,music,performanceandvisualarts,ethnicfestivals,historicandtrendyneighborhoods,
awell-knownzoo,LakeMichiganbeachfront,parks,recreationaltrails…andsomuchmore.
I enjoyed my move to Milwaukee because
the city offers all the amenities of a large
metropolitan area without losing its small-
town feeling. This was an important aspect
for me because I relocated to attend law
school with my spouse and small children.
The school districts, communities, and
organizations have been very supportive.
Our family has decided to stay here.
— Juan Amado, ’11 Legal Content, Zywave Incorporated (Milwaukee)
Home State: UtahAcademic Prep: Brigham Young University, Utah
(Business Management)
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Review the closing arguments.
What should prospective students know about Marquette Law School? Here are
a few answers.
Law school is a unique experience, and everyone walking into class for the
first time finds himself or herself in the same boat. No two people may be
alike, but they all have the same dream: to better themselves and to better
their community. This selfless dedication is what attracted me to Marquette. It
is my goal to use my education to enhance the lives of those in my community.
— Ryan Jacobi, ’14Home State: Wisconsin
Academic Prep: University of Wisconsin–Madison (History, Political Science)
When I began working as a summer associate at a large
Milwaukee law firm, I was surprised at how competent
I felt. I already knew how to conduct thorough legal
research, write detailed memoranda, and contribute to
an appellate brief. None of these tasks was abstract to
me; I had practiced them all. Now that I’m working as
an attorney full time, I’m even more aware of the solid
foundation Marquette provides: a strong grasp of legal
concepts and the practical skills needed to put those
concepts into action.
— Amy Rogan-Mehta, ’12Attorney, Reinhart Boerner Van Deuren s.c. (Milwaukee)
Home State: IllinoisAcademic Prep: College of St. Catherine, Minnesota (Social Work)
Columbia University, New York (M.S., Social Work)
MYTHS AND FACTS
MythLaw school is so demanding that there’s no way
to have a life outside of it.
FactThat doesn’t have to be true. Though you’ll certainly
be challenged here, Marquette law students are encouraged to achieve balance. As one student put it: “Eckstein Hall’s café and private fitness center are so
convenient. They’re a great reminder for me to stay balanced and keep active, even during finals.”
MythAll law schools have a spirit of fierce competition
and one-upmanship.
FactStudents and alumni consistently say there is a
collaborative spirit among the student body at Marquette. There is healthy competition here, sure, but students go
so far as to call it a “family atmosphere.”
MythLaw school faculty members are all about the
“ivory tower.”
FactOur faculty members use their rich base of practical
experience and expertise in legal theory to bring legal doctrines to life. Dedicated to teaching, research,
academic excellence, and community service, they pride themselves on their accessibility to students.
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In addition to a warm atmosphere, Marquette is a great place to
get involved, both in the Law School and in the community. There
are plenty of student organizations, intramural competitions, volunteer
opportunities, and guest speaker events.
— Alex Hu-Kuebelbeck, ’13Home State: Minnesota
Academic Prep: American University, Washington, D.C. (Business Administration) Georgetown University, Washington, D.C. (M.P.S., Professional Studies)
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Judge for yourself.AdmissiontoMarquetteLawSchooliscomparativeandcompetitive.Nocombinationofundergraduategrade
pointaverageandLawSchoolAdmissionTestscoreguaranteesadmissionordenial.Wereviewallapplications
forbothqualitativeandquantitativefactors,includingLSATscoreandGPA;overallperformanceandnature
andrigorofyourcoursework;lettersofrecommendation(asindicatorsofacademicability,moralcharacter,
andpotentialtocontributetotheprofession);specialstrengthsandskills;communityservice;extracurricular
activities;personalandprofessionalaccomplishments;andqualitiesthatwouldenhanceourdiversityand
enrichtheexperienceweprovide.
TheAdmissionsCommitteeautomaticallyconsidersadmittedapplicantsforrenewablescholarships;noseparate
applicationisneeded.Tobeconsideredforfinancialaid,includingfederalloans,youmustfiletheFree
ApplicationforFederalStudentAidwiththeU.S.DepartmentofEducation,whichisusedtoanalyzeyour
financialresourcesanddeterminetheexpectedcontributiontowardmeetingeducationalexpenses.Itwillask
youforaschoolcode—Marquette’sis003863.
The2012–13academicyearbudgetforanincomingfull-timelawstudent(12–18credithourseachsemester)
includes$38,690tuition.Theannualacademicyearbudgetforapart-timestudent(11creditsorfewerper
semester)includes$1,545percredithour(part-timefirst-yearstudentsmaytakenomorethaneightcredits
persemester).
ThebestwaytopreviewyourexperienceasaMarquettelawstudentistovisit,meetwithanadmissions
officer,andtakeatour.Admissionsinformationsessionsareofferedonselectafternoonsthroughouttheyear.
Onmostotherweekdays,theOfficeofAdmissionsisopenforindividualvisitsfrom9a.m.to4p.m.Evening
andweekendsessionsarealsooffered.Onceyouareadmitted,weencourageyoutocheckoutaclassand
meetwithafacultymember.
MarquetteUniversitydoesnotdiscriminateinanymannercontrarytolaworjusticeonthebasisofrace,color,gender,age,sexualorientation,religion,disability,veteran’sstatusornationalorigininits educationalprogramsoractivities,includingemploymentandadmissions.Atthesametime,Marquettecherishesitsrightanddutytoseekandretainpersonnelwhowillmakeapositivecontributiontoitsreligiouscharacter,goals,andmissioninordertoenhancetheCatholic,Jesuittradition.
Applicantsareadvisedthattherearecharacter,fitness,andotherqualificationsforadmissiontothebarineachstate.Priortoenrollinginlawschool,aprospectivelawstudentshoulddeterminewhatthoserequirementsareinthestate(s)inwhichhe/sheintendstopracticelaw.Additionally,acopyofacandidate’sapplicationforadmissiontotheLawSchoolmaybeprovidedtothebarauthoritiesinanystateforcomparisontohis/herapplicationforadmissiontothebar.Anydiscrepanciesbetweenone’slawschoolapplicationandone’sbarapplicationwillinitiateaninvestigationthatcoulddelayorimpedeone’sadmissiontothebar.
2012 ENTERING CLASS PROFILE*
1,723 applications received
226 enrolled (203 full time, 23 part time)
Median GPA – 3.40
Median LSAT – 155
101 undergraduate schools represented
58 undergraduate majors represented
30 states, plus the District of Columbia,
represented
53 percent Wisconsin residents
45 percent women
18 percent students of color
Average age – 24
Age range – 20–40
*Snapshotof2012classprofileasofAug.23,2012;finddetailedinformationatgo.mu.edu/ODo2Nm.
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DID WE MENTION WE ARE THE ONLY LAW SCHOOL IN MILWAUKEE?
The city is our venue.
Beyondbeingagreatplacetolive,
Milwaukeehasasubstantialbusiness
community,muchofitwithinwalking
distanceofcampus.
Nearbyfederal,state,andlocalcourts
andrelatedagenciesmakeclinical
programs,judicialinternships,andother
supervisedfieldworkconvenientforour
students.Andthearea’ssizeablelegal
communityhasshownitselfreadily
availabletohelpjudgemootcourts,
mentorourstudents,andmore.
L A W S C H O O L
Our valuesWe don’t live in the past, but we learn from it.
We are not all cut from the same cloth, but we share a common purpose.
We are driven by a passion for justice in all of its expressions.
We respect the law and how it aids people, so we are drawn to this learned and
helping profession.
We believe in skillful counsel, and we always value integrity.
We believe in truth. We know that establishing it can require asking difficult
questions. We don’t know all the answers, and so we insist on the search.
We seek for Marquette Law School to be the place where students, lawyers,
business leaders, judges, academics, policymakers — all engaged citizens,
really — come to explore and discuss public policy problems and find, perhaps,
some common ground and even some common solutions.
Office of Admissions Marquette University Law SchoolEckstein Hall, Room 132P.O. Box 1881Milwaukee, WI 53201-1881
Telephone: 414.288.6767 Fax: 414.288.0676
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