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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, ’14Associate, Whyte Hirschboeck Dudek S.C.
Home State: Wisconsin Academic Prep: University of Utah (Political Science)
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
DeanandProfessorofLaw
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
directlytoalegalcareerwithouttakingabarexam.
That’sbecauseMarquettegraduateswhomeetcourserequirementsandcharacterstandardsarelicensed
withoutexaminationtopracticelawinWisconsin(it’scalledthe“diplomaprivilege”).Inaddition,they
qualifyforadmissiontothefederalcourtsinWisconsin.Thediplomaprivilegealsoqualifiesourgraduates
toworkinmostfederalgovernmentpositionsandtomeetJAGCorpsrequirements.Tobesure,
MarquetteLawSchoolwillprepareyoutopracticewhereveryouwish.
The multiple legal clerkships available in
Milwaukee provide great preparation for the
practice of law. The emphasis at Marquette
is not only to teach essential skills but to
prepare students as professionals. This
institution is special because the faculty and
staff are dedicated to providing students with
a balanced education that extends beyond
legal training.
— Carl Gee, ’16Home State: Wisconsin
Academic Prep: University of Wisconsin–Madison (Sociology)
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)
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, JJA Law (Miami, Florida)
Home State: Florida Academic Prep: Florida International University (Communications)
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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 2013 nine months after graduation)
88.65% Marquette
84.5% 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:
• Serveonthesubcommitteemajoritystaffforthechairofthe
U.S.SenateCommitteeontheJudiciary–Subcommitteeonthe
Constitution, Civil Rights, and Human Rights.
• ServeasanenforcementrepresentativefortheNational
CollegiateAthleticAssociationinIndianapolis.
• Prosecutecasesasanassistantstate’sattorneyfortheCook
CountyState’sAttorney’sOfficeinChicago.
• PracticefortheMilwaukeeofficeofoneofthenation’s
pre-eminenthealthlawfirms.
• Specializeintheareaofchemicalandbiologicalpatentsfora
top100lawfirminKansasCity.
• PracticelawfortheNewYorkCityheadquartersofan
800-attorneylawfirm.
• Workasataxassociateinthestateandlocaltaxservices
groupataBigFouraccountingfirminDallas.
• ClerkforajusticeontheWisconsinSupremeCourtinMadison.
• ServeaslegalcoordinatorforMajorLeagueBaseball
PropertiesinNewYorkCity.
• Serveaschiefofadministrativelawandspecialvictimcounsel
fortheU.S.ArmyatCampHumphreysintheRepublicofKorea.
• Representcriminaldefendantsasassistantstatepublic
defenderfortheOfficeoftheColoradoStatePublicDefender
inDenver.
• ServeasbusinessaffairscontractmanagerforDisneySport
Attractions/ESPNWideWorldofSportsinKissimmee,Florida.
• Serveasanattorneyforthemergersandacquisitionspractice
groupofaFortuneGlobal500companyinSt.Louis.
Marquette’s connections to the Milwaukee legal and
business communities afforded me an excellent
opportunity to learn the law as a student while actively
experiencing it as a law clerk. The wide range of intern-
ship and clerkship opportunities in state and federal
courts, along with a vast network of legal and business
connections, allowed me to evaluate the myriad options
available to law grads. From there, I could zero in on
the exact practice that fit me 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.
— Charles (“Andy”) Gordon, ’14Associate, Godfrey & Kahn, S.C.
Home State: WisconsinAcademic Prep: U.S. Military Academy
(U.S. History)
adviCe For ChoosinG and makinG The mosT oF your Law sChooL
Gotoalawschoolwhereyouknowyoucangetpracticallegal
experiencerightaway.Gettingthisexperiencewillallowyouto
narrowyourinterestsandultimatelyleadyoutoanareaoflaw
aboutwhichyouarepassionate.Makesureyouareopentoex-
ploringasmanydiverseareasoflawasyoucan.Youneverknow
whatareasyouwilllikeordislikeuntilyoutrythem.
Forexample,duringmyfirstyearoflawschool,Iwasableto
determinewhichareasoflawinterestedmeandwhichareasof
lawdidnotinterestmebygettinginvolvedinprobonoopportu-
nitiesandajudicialinternship.Ialsolearnedstronganalyticaland
problem-solvingskillsthatarethefoundationofbeingasuccessful
attorneynomatterwhatareaoflawyoupractice.
Lawschoolmightbetheonlytimewhenyoucanworkwitha
federaljudge,alawfirm,andavolunteerlegalclinicinthesame
year.Takeadvantageoftheseopportunitieswhiletheyarereadily
availabletoyou.
Ashley Sinclair, ’15Home State: WisconsinAcademic Prep: Marquette University (Criminology and Law Studies)
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Get to know your professors.
Approachable. expert. Friendly. Knowledgeable. Supportive.
ThesearesomeoftheadjectiveswecontinuallyheartodescribeMarquetteLaw
Schoolfaculty.
Butdon’ttakeourwordforit.Considerwhatourstudentsandalumnihavetosay.
Visitcampusandfindoutforyourself.
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 Professor of Law
The Jesuit concept of cura personalis, or care for the whole person,
is an important tradition at Marquette Law School. In addition to
providing students with exceptional classroom instruction, the
faculty provide them with individualized guidance during their legal
education at the Law School and throughout their legal careers.
The Law School also enhances classroom instruction by providing
students with practical and valuable internship opportunities.
— Vada Waters LindseyAssociate Dean for enrollment
and Associate Professor of Law
As an undergraduate, I never went to a
professor’s office for help, but I had 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 developed
great relationships with my professors.
— Katie Lonze, ’13Associate, Nyhan, Bambrick, Kinzie & Lowry, P.C.
(Chicago)Home 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, ’12Director of Compliance, Department of Intercollegiate
Athletics, University of Wyoming (Laramie)Home State: Wisconsin
Academic Prep: Marquette University (Political Science)
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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(thelongest-runningsemiannualscholarlylawreviewdevotedentirely
tolegalissuesinsports)
• 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 and taking part in activities together
help break up the constant study and make life more balanced.
— Kavin tedamrongwanish, ’14 Associate, Goldstein & McClintock LLLP (Milwaukee)
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.
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 was 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, Godfrey & Kahn S.C. (Milwaukee)
Home State: Wisconsin Academic Prep: Marquette University (Spanish)
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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.
And,atMarquette,weencourage(andevenorganize)fun.
At Marquette Law School, students have many occasions to interact with each another,
academically and socially. From the numerous clubs, outstanding pro bono program,
student bar association gatherings, and interactions occurring daily in the building to
the guest lectures and office hour conversations with professors, the opportunities are
almost endless. I’m never at a loss to find fun, interesting ways to spend time away from
studying. Marquette truly embodies the spirit of cura personalis in the recreation and social
offerings for students, whether the activity is with or without an academic component.
— Charles Sharman, ’15Home State: texas
Academic Prep: trinity University, texas (Art History)
Marquette is truly a home away from home, especially for those who come from
out of state. The deans, faculty, staff, and students are friendly and eager to make
your experience at the Law School and in Milwaukee enjoyable. There is no need
to worry about law school horror stories — it’s like a family here. Everyone is more
concerned with helping you succeed and building lifelong friendships.
— raphael Johnson, ’15Home State: Florida
Academic Prep: University of Florida (Sports Management)
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.
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 enhance the law
school experience.
— tristan Dollinger, ’15Home State: Illinois
Academic Prep: Augustana College, Illinois (History, Philosophy)
The Law School does an exceptional job of making the building
a home for students. You can do everything in Eckstein Hall.
From the gym on the fourth floor to the classrooms, everything
is tailored to help take a little stress out of law school life. I love
the fact that I am not fighting to find an outlet to charge a laptop
when I go to class.
— Jamie Yu, ’15Home State: Wisconsin
Academic Prep: Case Western reserve University, Ohio (International Studies)
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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.
BecauseMarquetteistheonlylawschoolinsoutheasternWisconsin,ourstudentsaretypicallyfirstin
lineforopportunitiesinthissignificantlegalcommunity.Here,youcandeveloppracticalcompetencies
throughsupervisedfieldplacementswithgovernmentalandnonprofitlegalserviceagencies.And,just
blocksaway,judicialinternshipsareavailableinthecircuitandfederalcourts.
Oncampus,weofferarobustmootcourtprogram,clientskillscompetitions,andextracurricularopportunities.
At Marquette, I found a place where everyone seems to have
a fit. Though I was drawn by sports law, I 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 Associate, Stoll Keenon Ogden PLLC (Louisville, Kentucky)
Home State: Kentucky Academic Prep: Mercer University, Georgia
(economics, Business Administration)
We believe that academic excellence includes
not only book learning but firsthand experience,
too. Many classes offer opportunities to participate
in role plays or drafting, but what sets Marquette
apart is its commitment to helping students find
opportunities to learn lawyering skills in the real
world. The opportunities are many and varied,
including numerous internships, the Small Claims
Mediation Clinic, and volunteering at the Family
Court Self Help Desk. These programs provide
experience and insight into how the law works in
real life.
— Judith McMullenProfessor of Law
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Go to court.
Judicial internships offer a wide variety of placements in 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.
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 and client skills at Marquette
Law School. And here’s a sample of recent opportunities in which
our students have participated:
•AmericanBarAssociationRegionalNegotiationCompetition
•EvanA.EvansConstitutionalLawCompetition
•GreatLakesMediationCompetition
•JeffryS.AbramsNationalMediatorCompetition
•MardiGrasNationalSportsLawCompetition
•NationalAppellateAdvocacyCompetition
•NationalCriminalProcedureTournament
•NationalEntertainmentLawMootCourtCompetition
•PhilipC.JessupInternationalLawMootCourtCompetition
•RobertF.WagnerNationalLaborandEmploymentLawCompetition
Moot court helps you develop written and oral
advocacy skills, which are essential for every
attorney. In that sense, it’s a very practical
experience that is transferable regardless
of the type of law you plan to practice. It’s
optional, but invaluable, because it provides
an opportunity to simulate the practice of law
as a student.
— Sarah erdmann, ’15Home State: Wisconsin
Academic Prep: University of Wisconsin–Madison (Legal Studies and Criminal Justice)
All of my moot court experience —
including the National Criminal
Procedure Moot Court Competition
in San Diego — fostered my growth
as a writer and an oral advocate.
Further, the networking that I was
able to do with the legal community
was invaluable.
— Kyle Mayo, ’12Assistant District Attorney, Marathon County
District Attorney’s Office (Wausau, Wisconsin)Home 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 Law School has many opportunities for first-
year involvement and provides a much-appreciated
escape from life in the classroom. I was able to
learn a concept in class and see it in action while
volunteering. To be able to assist attorneys who
are passionate about helping those in need is
a truly inspiring experience that reminds me
why I am here. For those hoping to make a
contribution to the community and help those in
need, while receiving a fulfilling legal education,
this is the place to be.
— teresita torres, ’16Home State: Wisconsin
Academic Prep: Marquette University (Drama/theatre Arts)
From housing discrimination to veterans’ affairs,
marquette public service opportunities abound.
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, ’12Attorney at Law, Durrani 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.
As a part-time student, I have enjoyed learning from
fellow students’ unique and diverse professional back-
grounds. I have gained resume-building experiences
while successfully managing personal obligations. As
a wife and parent of two small children, my priorities
ebb and flow differently than the traditional student. The
administration and faculty are very supportive of part-
time students and are always willing to lend a hand in
our success. Eckstein Hall is a tangible example of the
excellence you’ll find inside. The professors are experts in
their fields and bring practical experience and knowledge
into their instruction. There are plenty of courses that fit
into a working professional’s schedule, and opportunities
for internships and clerk positions are available.
— Lindsey Anderson, ’16Home State: Wisconsin
Academic Prep: University of Wisconsin–Milwaukee (Dance)
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
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Media LawProfessionalSportsLawRepresentingProfessionalAthletesandCoachesSportsIndustryGovernanceSportsIndustryTaxationIssuesSportsSponsorship—LegalandBusinessIssuesSportsVenues:FromElectionDaytoGameDayWorkshopinContractDrafting
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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—thatpreparesthem
wellforthecareerstheypursueatgraduationandbeyond.
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.”
When choosing classes at Marquette, you have the
ability to truly choose your own path. Whether your
interest is in getting the broadest legal skill set possible
or honing in on a specific niche of the law that you are
passionate about, the opportunity is there to engage in
an education of your own design. The classes offered at
Marquette teach different practical skills that are
important in differentiating oneself as a young pro-
fessional. Classes range from smaller seminars and
workshops taught in a group discussion style to larger
classroom settings where professors use the Socratic
method. All classes provide a new and invaluable
perspective — the critical thinking that only derives
from a legal education. I found the Appellate Writing
and Advocacy course particularly valuable. The course
required me to apply the legal principles I had learned in
my foundational classes to formulate an argument for a
fictional client and present an appellate case in front of
a panel of judges. To put my education into practice in
that way not only allowed me to understand the law and
its application on a deeper level, but it also significantly
enhanced my confidence in my ability to be a zealous
advocate for clients in the future.
— Kara Vosburgh, ’15Home State: California
Academic Prep: University of Colorado–Boulder (Political Science)
It is a privilege to direct our nationally recognized dispute resolution program.
Our students have the opportunity to learn about how the majority of
disputes are settled, practice the skills that they will use as lawyers upon
graduation, participate in regional and national competitions that hone their
abilities, and connect with our large contingent of alumni working in the field
of dispute resolution.
— Andrea SchneiderDirector of the Dispute resolution Program
and 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 United States
equal employment Opportunity Commission.
Ormaybeyou’reinterestedinenvironmentallaw.Youcanapplywhatyoulearnintheclassroomat
thegeneralcounselsectionoftheWisconsinDepartmentofNaturalResources.
Excitedaboutlitigation?SupervisedfieldworkopportunitiesareavailablewiththeU.S.Attorney’sOfficeand
theWisconsinStatePublicDefender.Couplefieldworkwithmootcourt,andyouareonyourwaytoearning
ourlitigationcertificate.
HometotheNationalSportsLawInstitute,Marquette’sSportsLawprogramprovidesthenation’smost
comprehensiveofferingofsportslawcoursesandstudentinternshipswithlocalandnationalorganizations,as
wellasopportunitiestobecomeamemberoftheMarquette Sports Law ReviewandtheSportsLawMootCourt
team.Eachstudentiseligibletocompleteasportslawcertificate(orsimplytotakeafewsportslawcourses)
aspartofhisorherJ.D.degree.
One of Marquette Law School’s greatest strengths is its commitment to
preparing students academically and practically. By participating in the
internship program, pro bono programs, paid clerkships, and fellowship
opportunities, I was able to apply my academic preparation to real-world
experiences in many areas of law. Through these experiences, I not only
learned about the practice of law, but I also found my passion. I will enter
the workforce confidently because I’ve learned outside the classroom as
much as I have in it.
— Gabriela Leija, December ’14Home State: Wisconsin
Academic Prep: Alverno College, Wisconsin (Psychology)
If you are interested in sports law, Marquette University Law School is the law
school to attend. I have been blessed with internships in the Baylor University and
Marquette University compliance offices, as well as in the NCAA’s Office of Legal
Affairs. I am confident that having Marquette Law School’s esteemed National
Sports Law Institute on my resume was a major factor in being offered these
opportunities. The network of Marquette sports law graduates is phenomenal,
and I truly believe that, at some point in the near future, our alumni will be
dominating the sports industry.
— Kristin Hoffman, ’15Home State: Illinois
Academic Prep: Northern Illinois University (History)
Because of the substantial size of the
Milwaukee market and its proximity to
Chicago and Madison, there are ample
real-world legal opportunities for students.
I was able to take advantage of this, which
helped me determine the type of law
that interested me and gain valuable job
experience in it.
— erika Olson, ’15Home State: Iowa
Academic Prep: Marquette University (Political Science)
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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?
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.S.inHumanResources
J.D./M.A.inPoliticalScience
J.D./M.A.inInternationalAffairs
J.D./M.A.inSocialandAppliedPhilosophy
J.D./M.A.intheHistoryofPhilosophy
Candidatesapplytoeachprogramseparately.StudentsmustmeetallrequirementsoftheLawSchool
andtheotherdegree-grantingprogram.
Alternatively,allstudentsarepermittedtotakeuptosixcreditsinarelatedgraduateprogramat
MarquetteandcountthosecreditstowardtheJ.D.degree.
Marquette law professors and career services staff took a hands-on approach
with my legal education, which allowed me to accomplish everything I
wanted during law school. Their help and my hard work enabled me to finish
my J.D./M.B.A. in three years — faster than the typical pace — while working
for law firms during my 1L and 2L summers. I’m not sure you can find that
type of guidance anywhere else.
— Sean Brown, ’14Associate, Norton rose Fulbright (Dallas)
Home State: texas Academic Prep: University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
(economics)
Ultimately, I chose Marquette Law School
because of the people. The faculty and staff
are truly invested in helping students succeed.
Having members of the Law School community
behind me is a great feeling and has played an
integral part in my success thus far.
— Alexa Callahan, ’16 Home State: Illinois
Academic Prep: Southern Illinois University–Carbondale (Sport Administration)
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1LFaLL Courses
Contracts
Criminal Law
Legal analysis, writing, and research 1
Torts
sprinG Courses
Civil procedure
Constitutional Law
Legal analysis, writing, and research 2
property
The entire legal writing faculty is fantastic — every
professor wants you to succeed and takes the
time to help you become a great writer. So far, my
favorite legal writing class was Appellate Writing and
Advocacy because it gave me an opportunity to focus
on challenging legal issues and persuasive writing.
I enhanced my writing style, became a more efficient
researcher, and was prepared for my internship with
the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Seventh Circuit. My
time with the Seventh Circuit drew upon the many
skills I learned: concise language, clear organization,
persuasive structure, and proper editing.
— Jennifer McNamee, ’15Home State: Missouri
Academic Prep: Marquette University (Political Science)
Hit the ground running.
As a first-year student, you’ll take courses that develop your communication
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.
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.Thelibrarianswho
teachtheadvancedlegalresearchcoursesallhavelawdegrees,aswellaslibrarydegrees.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,dozensofindividualshavecombinedcreditsandcareerswithfamilylifeandfinalexamstopursuethe
studyoflawatMarquettethroughitspart-timeoption.Andthosealumninowinfluencethelegalprofessionin
thecourtroomandtheboardroom,ingovernmentagenciesandprivatepractice.
Oneofthekeystoourpart-timestudents’successisahighlystructuredstart—withtwofirst-yearcoursesin
eachofthefirsttwosemesters.
Asyoumovethroughtheprogram,thecourseofstudybecomesmoreflexible.Atleasttwoclassesmustbe
takeneachsemester.Duringyearoneandyeartwo,onlydaytimeclassesareoffered.Oncethatcurriculumis
complete,substantialeveningschedulingofupper-levelcoursesisavailable,bothintheacademicyearand
duringthesummer.Part-timestudentscompletetheirlawdegreerequirementsinasmanyassixyearsor,with
summerattendance,asfewasfour.
Beyondflexiblescheduling,ourpart-timestudentsfind:
•Thesamehigh-qualitycurriculumavailabletofull-timestudents.
•Classestaughtbythesamegiftedfull-timefacultyandadjunctfacultywhohaveestablishedtheLaw
School’sstrongreputation.
•Thesameclinicalopportunities,studentorganizations,andotherrewardingextracurricularactivities.
Anotherkeytoourstudents’successissupport.Administrators,faculty,libraryresources,academicsuccess
programs,careerservices,andstudentservicesareallaccessibletopart-timestudents.Andwehelpwith
detailssuchasparking,textbooks,andmore.
Bottomline:Werecognizeyou’rejugglingalot,andwehelpsupportyou.
Starting law school was a huge undertaking for me and
my family. After working for seven years, I was hesitant to
pursue my law degree. Being able to attend classes twice
a week was the only way I could attend law school and
succeed. My family’s tremendous support played a major
role in my success as a law student. The Law School’s
part-time option made my new legal career possible. In
my second year, I elected to pursue my education on a full-
time basis. It was indispensable to have the flexibility and
support of fellow students and faculty, which contributed
so much to my success. Graduating from Marquette Law
School did not just provide me with a legal degree. It also
gave me lifelong friendships.
— Albina Korotkiy, ’12Associate, Foley & Lardner LLP (Milwaukee)
Home Country: UkraineAcademic Prep: Chernovitsy State University, Ukraine (B.S. Accounting,
M.B.A.); University of Wisconsin–Milwaukee (M.S. Accounting)
Sample schedule
FirsT Two years oF The parT-Time 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)
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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.The
cityoffersavibrantandcosmopolitan—yetaccessibleandfriendly—atmosphere,culturalactivities,
restaurants,sports,music,performanceandvisualarts,ethnicfestivals,historicandtrendyneighbor-
hoods,awell-knownzoo,LakeMichiganbeachfront,parks,recreationaltrails…andsomuchmore.
Milwaukee is a hidden gem. My wife and I
are from out of state and are both excited
to stay in the Milwaukee area because of its
big-city attractions and small-town community
feel. Every week, we try a new restaurant or
craft beer, see a world-class show, or take in
a top-notch sporting event. These amenities,
plus its friendly environment, make Milwaukee
a treasure.
— Jared Widseth, ’14 Attorney, Groth Law Firm, S.C. (Brookfield, Wisconsin)
Home State: NebraskaAcademic Prep: University of Nebraska–Lincoln
(History)
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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 Spott, ’16Home State: Wisconsin
Academic Prep: University of Wisconsin–Madison (Psychology)
When I began working as a summer associate
at a large Milwaukee law firm, I was pleasantly
surprised by how comfortable and capable I
felt. My course work at Marquette had exposed
me to conducting thorough legal research and
writing detailed memoranda. 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.
— rachel taylor, ’13
Associate, quarles & Brady LLP (Milwaukee)Home State: Wisconsin
Academic Prep: emory University, Georgia (Business)
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.
— Spenser Sotolongo, ’15Home State: Illinois
Academic Prep: University of Florida (Building Construction)
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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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.
The2014–15academicyearbudgetforanincomingfull-timelawstudent(12–18credithourseachsemester)
includes$41,040tuition.Theannualacademicyearbudgetforapart-timestudent(11creditsorfewerper
semester)includes$1,630percredithour(part-timefirst-yearstudentsmaytakenomorethaneightcredits
persemester).
ThebestwaytopreviewyourexperienceasaMarquettelawstudentistovisit,meetwithanadmissions
officer,andtakeatour.Admissionsinformationsessionsareofferedonselectafternoonsthroughouttheyear.
Onmostotherweekdays,theOfficeofAdmissionsisopenforindividualvisitsfrom9a.m.to4p.m.Evening
andweekendsessionsarealsooffered.Onceyouareadmitted,weencourageyoutocheckoutaclassand
meetwithafacultymember.
*Findthemostcurrentclassprofileinformationatgo.mu.edu/ODo2Nm.
MarquetteUniversitydoesnotdiscriminateinanymannercontrarytolaworjusticeonthebasisofrace,color,gender,age,sexualorientation,religion,disability,veteran’sstatusornationalorigininitseducationalprogramsoractivities,includingemploymentandadmissions.Atthesametime,Marquettecherishesitsrightanddutytoseekandretainpersonnelwhowillmakeapositivecontributiontoitsreligiouscharacter,goals,andmissioninordertoenhancetheCatholic,Jesuittradition.
Applicantsareadvisedthattherearecharacter,fitness,andotherqualificationsforadmissiontothebarineachstate.Priortoenrollinginlawschool,aprospectivelawstudentshoulddeterminewhatthoserequirementsareinthestate(s)inwhichhe/sheintendstopracticelaw.Additionally,acopyofacandidate’sapplicationforadmissiontotheLawSchoolmaybeprovidedtothebarauthoritiesinanystateforcomparisontohis/herapplicationforadmissiontothebar.Anydiscrepanciesbetweenone’slawschoolapplicationandone’sbarapplicationwillinitiateaninvestigationthatcoulddelayorimpedeone’sadmissiontothebar.
milwaukee County Courthouse Complex
Federal Courthouse
Law school eckstein hall
did we menTion we are The onLy Law sChooL in miLwaukee?
Thecityisourvenue.
Beyondbeingagreatplacetolive,
Milwaukeehasasubstantialbusiness
community,muchofitwithinwalking
distanceofcampus.
Nearbyfederal,state,andlocalcourts
andrelatedagenciesmakeclinical
programs,judicialinternships,andother
supervisedfieldworkconvenientforour
students.Andthearea’ssizeablelegal
communityhasshownitselfreadily
availabletohelpjudgemootcourt,
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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