New Degrees
Environmental Law
Online Master of Studies (MSL) Degree in Environmental Law, for Nonlawyers
Designed for nonlawyers with a bachelor’s degree who want a better understanding of environmental law, the master of studies in environmental, natural resources, and energy law (MSL) is now offered in an online format. Students frequently include federal agency employees, teachers, journalists, and those pursuing careers in lobbying or nonprofit organizations, as well as businesspeople.
Animal Law
Online Animal Law LLM Degree, First in the World
The animal law LLM degree online offers access to many of the same courses taught in residence by faculty, as well as by other prominent scholars and practitioners. Designed to be completed in as few as four semesters, the curriculum features:
- Animals in the Law
- Industrial Animal Agriculture Law
- Introduction to U.S. Legal Studies (for international candidates)
- Emerging Topics in Animal Law
- Companion Animal Law
- Crimes Against Animals
- International Animal Law
- Aquatic Animal Law
- The Law & Ethics of Animal Testing
- Wildlife Law
Master of Studies in Animal Law Degree, First in the Nation
The master of studies (MSL) in animal law degree for nonlawyers is the first of its kind in the U.S. Designed for both U.S. and international students with a bachelor’s degree, the animal law MSL is offered both in person on the campus and via a fully asynchronous online format.
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From the Dean
Speaking with students is one of my favorite parts of being dean. At Lewis & Clark Law School, I’ve discovered a rare and powerful combination: students who pair fierce dedication to their mission with deep collaboration and a genuine commitment to each other’s success.
A Decade of Dedication:
Professor Lydia Pallas Loren’s Work on the Landmark Restatement of Copyright.
Legal Expertise Supports Migratory Species
Professors Chris Wold and Erica Lyman facilitated a workshop with CMS Parties to discuss the legal contours of some of the treaty’s most important provisions.
Beyond the Bar
Most graduates of law school go on to practice law, working in law firms or providing legal counsel to organizations and businesses. Yet, for some, the lessons of law apply more broadly, and the outcome of their law school education has been a surprising and successful career outside of law. Here are just a few of our alums who followed an alternative route.