Champan Introduces New LLM Programs
Chapman has introduced three new LL.M. programs. Learn more…
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Chapman Launches First West Coast Military Law Clinic
Chapman launched the first West Coast military law clinic. Learn more…
Chapman Honored for Pro Bono Work
Chapman was honored by the Ninth Circuit at a reception in the Pasadena Courthouse that the court held to honor firms/lawyers who have participated and contributed to the Ninth Circuit’s Pro Bono Program.
Chapman Law to Host National Moot Court Tournament
Chapman University School of Law has been selected to host the 2009 American Collegiate Moot Court Association’s national tournament on January 16-17, 2009. The tournament brings the top 64 teams from six regional competitions to Chapman for a two day event that will determine the national champions and other top teams. Learn more…
Chapman Alumni Have 77% Bar Pass Rate
Chapman first-time takers of the July 2008 California Bar Exam achieved the highest pass rate in the law school’s history, continuing a strong upward trend. The 77% overall pass rate was complemented by strong gains in other areas, including a 91% pass rate for the top 75% of the graduating class and a 100% pass rate
Chapman Law Ranks Top 10 in Several Categories
Chapman University School of Law continues to rank among the nation’s best in Princeton Review’s Best 174 Law Schools, 2009 Edition. Chapman retained its Top 10 status in the “Quality of Life (#3)” “Professors Rock (Legally Speaking) (#7),” and “Best Classroom Experience (#3)” categories. More importantly, Chapman added a fourth Top 10 category to its roster—“Most Diverse
Chapman Law to Create Law Clinic for Military Families
The School of Law is exploring a first-of-its-kind law clinic on the West Coast aimed at serving military personnel and their families, providing them with free legal advice and representation in civil matters. The program would be a “safety net” for members of the military, supporting the Judge Advocate General, or JAG, corps and tackling
Chapman Law Admission Gets More Selective
Chapman School of Law’s admission statistics continue to get more selective. In 2007, the school offered admission to 875, and enrolled 192. In 2008, Chapman offered admission to only 721 candidates, and seated 200.
Chapman Journal of Criminal Justice Hosted First Symposium
Chapman’s new Journal of Criminal Justice hosted its first annual symposium, “Evidence-Based Sentencing: The New Frontier in Sentencing Policy and Practice” on August 6, 2008. Learn more…
Chapman Dialogues to Include Falk, Crass and Galbraith
Associate Dean Timothy Canova has released the preliminary schedule of Chapman Dialogues for 2008-09. The list for 2008-09 features distinguished guest speakers that include Richard Falk, Ronald Cass and James Galbraith, with topics such as international law, privacy rights and gay marriage. View schedule…