Juris Doctor Program Objectives Prepares students to pass the bar examination, in California first and other states as allowed under reciprocity rules, and practice law as a licensed attorney. Develops skills, including logical thinking, fact analysis, and effective communication. Provides the curriculum and training required for a thorough understanding of the profession of law. Individuals seeking to practice law and develop the greatest amount of career opportunities should enroll in the Juris Doctor Program.
Graduates are eligible to apply to sit for the California bar examination.
Upon passing the bar examination and fulfilling other statutory requirements, graduates become eligible to practice law in the State of California as well as in many of the Federal courts. In addition, graduates may be eligible to practice before the United States Supreme Court after three years of practice. Graduates desiring to practice in other states may be eligible under reciprocity rules. These rules are unique to every state. Beyond the traditional practice of law, a licensed attorney has the knowledge, skills and credentials for employment in a broad spectrum of career opportunities.