Students may choose from course offerings that include Sports Law, Entertainment Law, and Public Sector Labor Law. Candidates must also satisfy the requirements of a major research paper, work experience, and pro bono work, and participate in organizations that address criminal justice issues. Future areas of concentration are planned in Health Law and Creative Problem Solving. Trial and Appellate Advocacy California Western School of Law offers a variety of opportunities for students to acquire and develop effective trial and appellate advocacy techniques. Classroom opportunities include the Basic Trial Practice course, Advanced Trial Practice, Evidence Advocacy, and Advanced Criminal Litigation.
Students can also enhance their skills by participating in the trial and appellate competitions.
California Western has a long history of success in mock trial competitions, including the San Diego Defense Lawyers, Trial Competition, the National Trial Competition, and the American Association of Trial Lawyers, Student Trial Competition. All Rights Reserved.