Florida’s First Law School
Tampa Bay
Where law meets practice: Ranked #1 in trial advocacy Ranked #2 in legal writing A clinic or externship available for every student
Establishing the standard for practical legal education since 1900. Now more than ever, the legal profession demands that law school graduates be prepared to think like lawyers and be ready to practice law. At Stetson, you learn both. Our professors teach interactive courses that carefully balance legal theory, policy and world-class skills training. Through experiences inside and outside the traditional classroom, you will learn to connect facts with doctrine, develop creative solutions, and understand an evolving array of legal issues. And from the very first semester, you will learn to advocate persuasively for clients and causes. You will complete a rigorous required curriculum that emphasizes both learning and doing. You will apply your knowledge by researching issues, negotiating and drafting legal documents, presenting oral arguments, participating in mock trials, and working closely with practicing attorneys. With a solid foundation, you also will have an opportunity to customize the balance of your legal education. You may choose to focus your elective courses on a particular field, pursue dual degrees, study abroad, serve on a journal, or intern for a judge or government agency. Regardless of your chosen path, the hallmarks of a Stetson legal education remain the same: •
A nationally ranked program of skills training.
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Incredible opportunities for professional experience through clinics, externships and advocacy competitions.
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A commitment to professionalism and public service — which also integrates students into the legal system at an early stage in their career.
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Comprehensive career development and bar preparation resources.
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A talented, accessible faculty who care about your success and are available outside the classroom.
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A rich and diversified intellectual life that includes regular opportunities to interact with distinguished scholars, practitioners, government officials and judges. 1
“I urge every student to consider our clinic and externship programs. We know that employers value practical legal experience, and clinical programs provide important opportunities to expand your skills and distinguish yourself in the marketplace.”
Christopher M. Pietruszkiewicz
Dean and Professor of Law; Chair of the Bar Data Policy and Collection Committee, ABA Section of Legal Education and Admissions; Florida Supreme Court Commission on Professionalism, Florida Bar Vision 2016 Commission, and member of the Law School Admission Council Board of Trustees, B.A., University of Scranton; J.D., Loyola University (New Orleans); LL.M., Georgetown University
American/Caribbean Law Externship Appellate Advocacy Externship Bankruptcy Judicial Externship Child Advocacy Clinic Civil Elder Law Clinic Civil Legal Services Clinic Elder and Disability Law Externship Environmental Law Externship Equal Employment Opportunity Law Externship Family Law Externship Federal Judicial Externship Federal Litigation Externship Federal Public Defender Clinic* Florida Circuit Court (Appellate) Externship Florida Circuit Court (Trial) Externship Florida District Court of Appeal Externship Homeless Advocacy Externship Immigration Law Clinic 2
Individual Externship In-House Counsel Externship Intellectual Property Externship Labor Law Externship Local Government Clinic Military Justice Externship* Municipal and Administrative Law Externship Prosecution Clinic Public Defender Clinic State Litigation Externship State Supreme Court Externship Summer Law and Policy Externship in Washington, D.C. Tampa Prosecution Clinic U.S. Court of Appeals for Veterans Claims Externship* Veterans Advocacy Clinic (in-house)
* inactive 2015-2016
With more than 400 opportunities available each year, every student can do a clinic or externship. There is no better way to learn the practice of law than by actually practicing it. Clinics and externships do just that, allowing you the critical opportunity to do real work in a living legal environment. Stetson’s robust clinical program can provide you with this necessary experience of working with state and federal courts, government agencies, corporations, law firms or legal aid organizations.
By the numbers:
Clinical Program • 30 clinical programs • 60 hosting organizations • 181 clinical course positions* • 260 field placement positions filled* *source: 2014 ABA 509 report
Stetson’s clinical courses are unique. Full-time law professors are closely involved as they supervise and mentor the students enrolled in each program. Courses are designed to enhance classroom-based learning and give students opportunities to gain valuable, real-world experience. These experiences allow students to observe and participate in the application of substantive law, and find solutions to problems that confront attorneys on a daily basis.
Stetson provided me with such a strong foundation to begin my legal career as a prosecutor. As a certified legal intern, I had four jury trials while still in law school. I never wanted to do anything else.
Pam Bondi ’90 Florida’s Attorney General B.A., University of Florida; J.D., Stetson University
Externship courses place students in off-campus, legal environments where they
observe and participate in the activities of host organizations. Externship placements vary widely and include state and federal courts, governmental agencies and local corporations. Consequently, students enjoy the unique opportunity to observe how these entities operate from behind the scenes. Students routinely perform functions such as reviewing documents, conducting research, and writing memoranda of law.
Most clinic courses also place students in off-campus, legal environments where they are authorized to practice law under the supervision of a licensed attorney. Placements include legal aid organizations, local governments, public defender offices and state attorney offices. Students routinely conduct research, interview clients and witnesses, write motions or memoranda of law, and advocate during hearings and trials. Most clinic participants are approved by the Florida Supreme Court as Certified Legal Interns (CLIs) authorized to practice law under the supervision of a licensed attorney. Consequently, CLIs may speak in open court and often includes arguing motions and advocating during criminal proceedings, including jury trials. Stetson also has one in-house clinic, the Veterans Advocacy Clinic. Students in the clinic help veterans navigate the disability benefits application and appeals process of the Department of Veterans Affairs through the federal courts. In Fall 2014, Stetson Law and USF Health formed a first-of-its-kind partnership by joining forces to help Florida veterans through supportive clinical services, collaborative student training, and joint research. 3
A national powerhouse recognized for preparing lawyers for every stage of the legal process. During my skills classes and three externships, I learned how to be a lawyer through hands-on experience. My time on the Moot Court Board also has prepared me so well for my future career, giving me the opportunity to write briefs and argue in front of judicial panels.
Jeremy Bailie ’15 Member, National Veterans Moot Court Competition Champion Team B.A., Northland International University J.D., Stetson University
As the nation’s top-ranked law school for advocacy education, Stetson offers you unparalleled opportunities to develop and test your legal abilities from the first client contact through the final appeal. Beyond the typical courses in trial procedure found at most law schools, at Stetson you’ll discover a comprehensive range of advocacy electives, clinical programs, intramural tournaments and interscholastic competition teams, as well as certificates of concentration. Effective advocacy is one of a successful lawyer’s most important skills — regardless of practice area — and Stetson’s commitment to teaching advocacy is unmatched. Our lawyers and student-advocates excel in the classroom, in the courtroom, and in champion performances on our nationally and internationally lauded advocacy teams. Our professors have authored several leading books on advocacy, and our campuses feature seven courtrooms for experiential learning. Stetson annually hosts two interscholastic competitions: the International Environmental Moot Court Competition and the National Pretrial Competition.
JD/LLM in Advocacy Stetson students may pursue both the J.D. and LL.M. in Advocacy degrees in as little as three years, sharing 12 credit hours, through Stetson’s joint-degree program. Students in the jointdegree program will further advance their skill sets and create a portfolio that includes writing and performance samples for prospective employers. More information is listed on page 16.
Stetson University College of Law won the American Association for Justice National Student Trial Advocacy Competition. L-R team members: Kyle Ross, Phylicia Pearson, Brooke Batton Charlan and Stanton Fears. 4
Legacy of Excellence Stetson’s winning record in mock trial, moot court and alternative dispute resolution competitions over the past 34 years is unmatched: • 17 national #1 rankings for trial advocacy by U.S. News since 1995 • 5 world titles • 68 national championships • 64 regional championships • 43 state titles • 43 best brief awards • 111 best oralist/advocate awards
Recent championships MOOT COURT BOARD • Andrews Kurth Moot Court National Championship: 2015 champions • JMLS International Moot Court Competition in Information Technology and Privacy Law: 2013 champions • National Veterans Law Moot Court Competition: 2013 champions and best petitioner’s brief • National Professional Responsibility Moot Court Competition: 2012 and 2013 champions • E. Earle Zehmer Workers’ Compensation Moot Court Competition: 2013 champions • New York City Bar’s 63nd National Moot Court Competition: 2013 national champions TRIAL TEAM • AAJ National Student Trial Advocacy Competition: 2015 champions and first school to win both first and second place in one year • Golden Gate University Criminal Mock Trial Competition: 2015 champions and best advocate
“ At Stetson, we are committed to the concept of the complete advocate — one who commands a superior understanding of the law, the ability to persuasively present evidence, and the humanity to know when and how to do the right thing. We empower students to find within themselves their unique voice — becoming the best possible advocate they can be.”
Professor Charles H. Rose III
Professor of Excellence in Trial Advocacy; Director, Center for Excellence in Advocacy; author of Fundamental Trial Advocacy and co-author of Fundamental Pretrial Advocacy B.A., Indiana University at South Bend; J.D., University of Notre Dame; LL.M., The Judge Advocate General’s Legal Center and School, U.S. Army
• “Show Me Challenge” National Voir Dire Competition: 2014 champions, best advocate, best chair and professionalism award • Chester Bedell Memorial Mock Trial Competition: 21-time champion in 32 years ALTERNATIVE DISPUTE RESOLUTION BOARD • ABA Law Student Division National Arbitration Competition: 2015 co-champions • National Environmental Negotiation Competition: Three-time and 2014 Champion • Liberty University National Negotiation Competition: 2011 champions
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A collegial atmosphere where professional relationships can last a lifetime. The ability to learn the law was honed at Stetson and served me well in my LL.M. program. When I arrived at Georgetown, I thought I would be outgunned by my counterparts. But as it turned out, the skills I developed at Stetson were just what I needed, not only to learn the law, but to graduate with distinction from Georgetown’s tax program.
Frank Lago ’14
Tax attorney, U.S. Iraqi Freedom Veteran, Bronze Star recipient, and former IRS Revenue Officer B.A., SUNY Empire State College; J.D., Stetson University; LL.M., Georgetown University
From the moment you arrive, you’ll notice a difference at Stetson. A student ambassador serves as your personal mentor, guiding you through orientation and beyond. Classmates support each other, working together to achieve the shared goal of becoming lawyers. Involved and committed professors offer a level of access rarely found at larger institutions. A friendly administrative staff also provides personalized attention. By the numbers: Faculty are involved in almost every aspect of campus life and are passionate about working with students both inside and outside the classroom. Professors from throughout the law school spend time serving as mentors, advising student organizations, and coaching advocacy teams. Student organizations provide opportunities for building leadership skills and relationships with peers, practicing attorneys and judges. An involved alumni community of more than 10,000 lawyers provides an international network of connections as you launch your legal career.
Students
• 673 full-time JDs • 159 part-time JDs • 75 LLMs 2015 entering JDs: • 55% female • 28% minority • 83 colleges/universities • 25 states • 2 foreign countries as of October 5, 2015
First-year students take seven credits in Stetson’s #2-ranked legal research and writing program. Stetson’s Institute for the Advancement of Legal Communication offers training and resources for the legal community. 6
Professor Judith A.M. Scully teaches criminal law and directs the Innocence Initiative Clinic at Stetson. She previously served as an administrative law judge and arbitrator, and her work has been presented at international conferences in India, Brazil and China. As a member of the National Conference of Black Lawyers, she worked with the African National Congress to help draft the constitution for a Free and Democratic South Africa in 1990.
Judith A.M. Scully
Wm. Reece Smith Jr. Distinguished Professor of Law B.A., University of Chicago; J.D., George Washington University
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Distinguished Lecturers and Guests (Top) U.S. Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas, U.S. Supreme Court Justice Antonin Scalia, (Bottom) Rt. Hon. Beverley McLachlin (Chief Justice of Canada), Jamaican Senator A.J. Nicholson and Kenneth Feinberg have served as distinguished lecturers at Stetson.
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The highest standards of professionalism, ethics and integrity are expected from all. At Stetson, the practice of becoming a great lawyer takes on a deeper meaning. Professors and students alike appreciate the responsibility to serve the profession and improve society. The Stetson Law
Mission
Stetson University College of Law provides a dynamic and supportive scholarly community in which students learn, in and outside the classroom and by example, to become outstanding lawyers and leaders who serve the profession and society.
You will be regarded as a member of the legal profession beginning on your first day of law school. Stetson provides an environment that encourages and rewards the highest standards of professionalism. Every student has the opportunity to participate in a series of dynamic programs and presentations that foster discussion on current issues facing members of the legal profession.
During the 2014–15 academic year, Stetson law students donated 31,671 hours of pro bono service to more than 400 organizations. Stetson’s commitment to community service includes a 60-hour pro bono requirement for all students to enhance their law school experience.
My years at Stetson prepared me well for the practice of law. Stetson offers a rigorous curriculum in an environment that fosters excellence. The high academic standards and emphasis on clinical practice provide students with an outstanding legal education. I give my alma mater substantial credit for my success in the legal and judicial system.
Chief Justice Carol Hunstein ’76
Supreme Court of Georgia B.S., Florida Atlantic University; J.D., Stetson University
Last year, Stetson law students provided more than 9,000 hours of non-legal community service and more than 22,000 hours of legal pro bono service to local organizations. 9
The academic culture and its unique location make Stetson an ideal place to pursue the study of law. The professors take a strong interest in the development and success of each individual student, and there is a great camaraderie within the student body. The law school experience at Stetson is a very positive one.
Andrew Bennett ’13
Attorney, Abrahamson & Uiterwyk Member of New York and Florida state bars B.A., Hofstra University; J.D., Stetson University
A dedicated, accessible faculty is committed to the academic and professional success of every student. Stetson’s greatest resource is its faculty, who share their experiences and passion for the law with generations of lawyers. Stetson professors genuinely enjoy teaching and guiding students into the profession and practice. They will challenge you to reach your full potential. They will create opportunities for you to consider not only what the law is, but what it should be. Our professors are among the finest legal educators in the country: Fulbright scholars, Supreme Court advocates, acclaimed authors and public servants. Stetson educators inspire students through their dedication to teaching, demonstrated commitment to community service, and record of high-quality scholarship. The full-time faculty is supplemented by outstanding judeges and practicing attorneys who serve as adjunct professors in specialized areas.
By the numbers:
Faculty
• 49 full-time regular faculty • 5 visiting full-time faculty • 7 professional librarians Fall 2015 data
Each year, speakers and visitors from around the world make presentations on campus, providing new perspectives for a balanced, comprehensive educational experience. Recent academic speakers have included law professors from Yale University, UCLA, King’s College London and Duke University.
Associate Professor of Law Ciara Torres-Spelliscy, left, is a leader in the area of election law, and her commentary has appeared on CNN, NPR, Huffington Post, SCOTUSblog, Voice of America, and other national news outlets. 10
“ The Stetson community comprises a diverse student body from all over the country, working together in academic collegiality. Exceptional access to an outstanding faculty makes Stetson a wonderful academic environment for the rigorous study of law.�
Professor Luz Estella Nagle
Professor of Law; Council Member, International Bar Association Legal Practice Division; and Former Colombian Judge LL.D., Universidad Pontificia Bolivariana; M.A., LL.M., University of California at Los Angeles; J.D., College of William and Mary 11
Full-Time J.D. Required Curriculum as of October 2015 Most full-time students complete the required curriculum in the sequence listed below.
FIRST SEMESTER (Fall) Civil Procedure Contracts Criminal Law Research and Writing I
SECOND SEMESTER (Spring) Constitutional Law I Real Property Torts Research and Writing II
THIRD SEMESTER (Fall) Professional Responsibility Total credit hours required: 88 Estimated time for completion: Three years (may be completed
in 2.5 years by attending summer sessions)
See page 15 for area requirements. The curriculum is subject to change.
“Stetson is a very special place. The relationship between students and faculty is truly unique. Students learn about how to actually be lawyers both inside and outside the classroom. One of the joys of my job has been getting to know students and watching them succeed in their careers.�
Associate Dean Michael P. Allen
Associate Dean for Academic Affairs, Professor of Law and Director, Veterans Law Institute; Co-Author, Federal Courts: Context, Cases and Problems and An Illustrated Guide to Civil Procedure B.A., University of Rochester; J.D., Columbia University 12
A wide-ranging and innovative curriculum that includes practical training and diverse electives. The J.D. curriculum combines foundational courses in contracts, torts, property, constitutional law, civil procedure, criminal law, professional responsibility, evidence, and legal research and writing, with area requirements and electives for a comprehensive educational experience. J.D. students complete 88 credit hours and perform 60 hours of pro bono service to graduate. Full-time students spend the first year of their legal education completing most of the required curriculum. As second- and third-year students, you can tailor your legal education with a wide range of electives. Credits also may be earned through international programs, co-curricular activities and externships. Stetson Law’s Academic Success Program is committed to assisting students in developing their academic skills. Our director is also a full-time faculty member dedicated to helping you adapt quickly to the academic demands of law school. Workshops and specialized guidance help advance your critical thinking skills. Stetson’s Office of Bar Preparation By the numbers: Services is designed to assist students with every aspect of bar admission. Full-time staff attorneys • 79.8% Stetson’s pass provide individual counseling and rate in 2014 group guidance on bar preparation. • 72.1% statewide average Students benefit from a personalized in 2014 study plan and a full simulated exam, For first-time Florida bar exam takers, with review of their sample answers by combined for February and July tests. bar preparation staff. Stetson alumni also provide coaching support to graduates taking the bar exam.
Bar Exam
Stetson’s bar-passage rate among first-time takers has historically ranked well above the state average in Florida, and those who follow the Stetson bar study plan pass at significantly higher rates than those who don’t participate. Stetson Law graduates also have been successful in passing the bar examination in other states.
Part-Time J.D. Required Curriculum effective Fall 2016 All part-time students are required to take classes at both the Gulfport campus and the Tampa Law Center.
FIRST FALL SEMESTER Contracts Torts
FIRST SPRING SEMESTER Real Property or Civil Procedure Research and Writing I
FIRST SUMMER SESSION Real Property or Civil Procedure
SECOND FALL SEMESTER Criminal Law Professional Responsibility Research and Writing II
SECOND SPRING SEMESTER Constitutional Law I Total credit hours required: 88 Estimated part-time course load: 8-10 credit hours in fall and spring 4-5 credit hours in summer Estimated time for completion: Four years, including summers
(Students who meet certain academic and other criteria may apply to transfer to the full-time program in any semester after completing 28 credit hours.) See page 15 for area requirements. The curriculum is subject to change.
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Explore one of the nation’s largest offerings of law school electives. Advocacy and Skills For anyone who wishes to spend part of their professional career in court, Stetson is the undeniable choice. I chose Stetson because its advocacy program is unparalleled. From the moment you set foot at Stetson, you begin to learn what it means to be an effective, persuasive and professional trial attorney.
Diego Novaes ’13
Assistant State Attorney, Sixth Judicial Circuit Past Member of Trial Team; Prosecution Clinic; and U.S. Attorney’s Office Legal Clerk B.A., Florida International University; J.D., Stetson University
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Advanced Civil Trial Skills: Damages Advanced Civil Trial Skills: Voir Dire Advanced Criminal Evidence Seminar Advanced Criminal Trial Advocacy Advanced Legal Research Advanced Legal Research, International Law Advanced Legal Writing: Contract Drafting Advanced Legal Writing: Successful Writing for Law Practice Advanced Legal Writing: Transactional Document Drafting Advanced Legal Writing: Writing for the Judiciary Alternate Dispute Resolution Board Appellate Practice and Advocacy Arbitration Child Advocacy Clinic Circuit Civil Mediation Skills Training Civil Elder Law Clinic Civil Legal Services Clinic Communication and Leadership Skills Complex Litigation Conflict of Laws Criminal Procedure and Adjudication Criminal Procedure and Investigation Depositions: Deposing Medical Experts Elder Law Practice Management Electronic Discovery Environmental Advocacy Expert Witnesses Family Law Litigation Federal Civil Pre-Trial Practice and Strategy Federal Courts and the Federal System Federal Litigation Externship Federal Public Defender Clinic Financial Advocacy Florida Civil Procedure Florida Criminal Procedure Immigration Litigation and Advocacy Innocence Initiative Clinic International Litigation and Arbitration Interviewing and Counseling Interviewing, Counseling and Negotiation Interviewing and Counseling in Spanish Introduction to the Physical Examination Judicial Externships Labor Law Externship Law Practice Management Local Government Law Clinic Local Government Law Mediation Skills Training Military Justice Internship Moot Court Board Multistate Strategies Negotiation and Mediation Polishing for Professionals Workshop Pre-Trial Practice Private Practice Externship Prosecution Clinic Public Defender Clinic Scientific Evidence Workshop State Litigation Externship Stetson Journal for Advocacy and the Law Stetson Law Review Technology Issues for Law Practice Management Technology in Litigation
Trial Advocacy Trial Team Veterans Advocacy Clinic White Collar Advocacy
Business/Corporate Law
Accounting for Lawyers Advanced Contracts: Commercial Agreements Advanced Corporate Law Seminar Agency and Unincorporated Organizations Antitrust Law Bankruptcy Bankruptcy Clinic Bankruptcy Seminar Bankruptcy Judicial Externship Business Entities Business Ethics Commercial Transactions Commercial Transactions Seminar Comparative Corporate Law Construction Law Consumer Protection Law Copyright Law Corporate Governance in a Global Market Corporations Delaware Influence on Corporate Law Entertainment Law Federal Income Taxation I Federal Income Taxation II Federal Tax Practice and Procedure Financial Advocacy In-House Counsel Externship Insurance International Banking and Finance Law International Business Transactions International Intellectual Property International Sales Law and Arbitration Law Practice Management Nonprofits Seminar Patent Law Products Liability Real Property Finance Sales, Leases and Licenses Secured Transactions Securities Regulation Sports Law Trademarks and Unfair Competition White Collar Advocacy White Collar Crime
Civil Law (General)
Administrative Law Advanced Contracts: Commercial Agreements Advanced Contracts: Issues, Concepts and Methods Advanced Legal Writing: Contract Drafting Advanced Legal Writing: Successful Writing for Law Practice Advanced Legal Writing: Transactional Document Drafting Children and the Law Circuit Civil Mediation Skills Training Conflict of Laws Consumer Protection Law Cyberlaw Seminar Elder Law Seminar Electronic Discovery Family Law
Family Law Litigation Federal Civil Pre-Trial Practice and Strategy Federal Courts and the Federal System Federal Income Taxation I Federal Income Taxation II Florida Administrative Law Florida Civil Procedure Florida Real Estate Law Insurance Labor Law Law and Higher Education Policy Media Law Seminar Pre-Trial Practice Products Liability Real Property Finance Remedies Sales, Leases and Licenses Survey of Florida Law Tort Law Practice and Skills Trial Advocacy Trusts and Estates
Criminal Law
Advanced Criminal Evidence Seminar Advanced Criminal Trial Advocacy Comparative Criminal Justice Systems Comparative Transnational Criminal Law Correctional Law Seminar Criminal Procedure and Adjudication Criminal Procedure and Investigation Criminal Responsibility Seminar Death Penalty Seminar Ethics and the Practice of Criminal Law Federal Public Defender Clinic Florida Criminal Procedure Innocence Initiative Clinic International Criminal Law Juvenile Criminal Law and Practice Prosecution Clinic Public Defender Clinic Scientific Evidence Workshop White Collar Advocacy White Collar Crime
Elder Law
Administrative Law Arbitration Civil Elder Law Clinic Disability Law Elder Consumer Protection Externship Elder and Disability Law Externship Elder Law Drafting and Practice Elder Law Litigation Elder Law Practice Management Elder Law Seminar Estate Planning Federal Taxation of Estates, Trusts and Gifts Health Insurance Insurance Law Introduction to Aging and the Law Journal of International Aging Law and Policy Survey of Florida Probate Trusts and Estates
Environmental Law
Administrative Law Animal Law Seminar Climate Change and Energy Policy Environmental Advocacy
Area requirements
(One course required from each category as of Fall 2015, subject to change.) Environmental Hazards Associated with Real Property Environmental Law Environmental Law Externship Environmental Practice Florida Administrative Law Food Law and Policy Seminar International Environmental Law Journal of International Wildlife Law and Policy Land Use Law Natural Resources Law Seminar Ocean and Coastal Law and Policy Topics in Biodiversity Wetlands Seminar
International Banking and Finance Law International Business Transactions International Environmental Law International Law of Human Rights International Intellectual Property International Law International Litigation and Arbitration International Sales Law and Arbitration Journal of International Aging Law and Policy Journal of International Wildlife Law and Policy
Family Law
Jurisprudence and Legal History
Adoption Law Seminar Child Advocacy Clinic Children and the Law Domestic Violence and the Law Family Law Family Law Externship Family Law Litigation Family Law Mediation Judicial Externship Juvenile Law Seminar
Health Law
Administrative Law Administrative Law for Health Care Arbitration Depositions: Deposing Medical Experts Disability Law Elder Law Seminar Health Insurance Health Law Insurance Law Introduction to the Physical Exam Medical Jurisprudence
Higher Education Law
Administrative Law Copyright Law Disability Law Employment Law In-House Counsel Externship Law and Higher Education Policy Nonprofits Seminar
Intellectual Property Law
Copyright Law Cyberlaw Seminar Entertainment Law Intellectual Property Intellectual Property Externship International Intellectual Property Patent Law Trademarks and Unfair Competition
International and Comparative Law
Admiralty Advanced International Law Caribbean Law Externship Comparative and International Sexual Orientation Law Comparative Corporate Law Comparative Criminal Justice Systems Comparative Transnational Criminal Law European Union Law Human Trafficking: National, International and Immigration Issues Immigration Law Immigration Litigation and Advocacy International Animal Law Seminar
American Legal History Feminist Jurisprudence Seminar Freedom of Expression Seminar History of Western Law and Legal Thought Honors Colloquium Jurisprudence Jurisprudence Honors Seminar Jurisprudence Seminar Law and Religion Law and the Civil Rights Movement Law, History and Philosophy Seminar Law, Literature and Film Seminar Legal Discourse and Rhetorical Theory Seminar Race and the Law Seminar Separation of Powers: Our Constitutional Systems
Labor and Employment Law
Civil Rights & the Constitution: DOMA & Marriage Cases Employment Discrimination Equal Employment Opportunity Externship Employment Law Labor Law Labor Law Externship Law and the Civil Rights Movement Worker Safety Law and Policy Seminar Workers’ Compensation
Property Law and Probate
Construction Law Consumer Protection Law Copyright Law Elder Law Drafting and Practice Estate Planning Federal Income Taxation I Federal Income Taxation II Federal Taxation of Estates, Trusts and Gifts Florida Real Estate Law Land Use Law Patent Law Real Property Finance Real Property Litigation Survey of Florida Probate Trademarks and Unfair Competition Trusts and Estates
Public Interest Law Animal Law Seminar Children and the Law Civil Elder Law Clinic Civil Legal Services Clinic Consumer Protection Law Disability Law
Elder Consumer Protection Externship Elder and Disability Law Externship Elder Law Seminar Election Law Seminar Family Law Family Law Externship Federal Courts and the Federal System Federal Public Defender Clinic Food Law and Policy Seminar Homeless Advocacy Externship Human Trafficking: National, International and Immigration Issues Individual Externship Program International Law of Human Rights Seminar Labor Law Externship Land Use Law Law and the Civil Rights Movement Local Government Clinic Local Government Law Low Income Taxpayers Clinic Poverty Law Prosecution Clinic Public Defender Clinic Remedies Veterans Advocacy Clinic
Public Law
Administrative Law Administrative Law for Health Care Antitrust Law Conflict of Laws Constitutional Litigation Environmental Law The First Amendment Florida Administrative Law Florida Constitutional Law Immigration Clinic Immigration Law Immigration Litigation and Advocacy International Intellectual Property International Law Legislation Military Justice Externship Military Law Municipal and Administrative Law Externship Natural Resources Seminar
Tax Law
Accounting for Lawyers Business Entities Estate Planning Federal Income Taxation I Federal Income Taxation II Federal Taxation of Estates, Trusts and Gifts Federal Tax Practice and Procedure Low Income Taxpayers Clinic State and Local Taxation Tax Policy Seminar These courses have been (or will be) offered within the 2013-2016 academic years. Not all of these courses may be offered in the future.
Administrative Law
Administrative Law Administrative Law for Health Care Consumer Protection Law Employment Discrimination Environmental Law Environmental Regulation of Water Federal Tax Practice and Procedure Florida Administrative Law International Trade and the Environment Labor Law Land Use Law Poverty Law Securities Regulation Water Law: Public and Private Rights
Code
Bankruptcy Commercial Transactions Federal Income Taxation I Federal Taxation of Estates, Trusts and Gifts International Sales Law and Arbitration Payment Systems Sales, Leases and Licenses Secured Transactions
Skills
Advanced Civil Trial Skills (including Damages and Voir Dire sections) Advanced Criminal Trial Advocacy Appellate Practice and Advocacy Arbitration Child Advocacy Clinic Circuit Civil Mediation Skills Training Civil Elder Law Clinic Civil Legal Services Clinic Environmental Advocacy Family Law Mediation Federal Civil Pre-Trial Practice and Strategy Federal Public Defender Clinic Human Trafficking: National, International and Immigration Issues Immigration Law Clinic Immigration Litigation and Advocacy Innocence Initiative Clinic International Sales Law and Arbitration in Spanish Interviewing and Counseling (including Negotiation and in-Spanish sections) Local Government Law Clinic Low Income Taxpayers Clinic Mediation Skills Training Negotiation and Mediation Post-Trial and Appellate Practice Pre-Trial Practice Prosecution Clinic Public Defender Clinic Supreme Court Advocacy and Process Tampa Prosecution Clinic Tort Law Practice and Skills Trial Advocacy Veterans Advocacy Clinic White Collar Advocacy
Writing
Stetson Law Review service, writing a paper of publishable quality Seminar course with research paper A faculty-supervised individual research project with research paper
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The knowledge and tools I gained while pursuing my J.D./ M.B.A. prepared me for a successful and rewarding career in nonprofit management and business law. The dedicated faculty provided quality instruction and many hands-on experiences.
Jodie R. Snow ’06 Chief Operating Officer, Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College Foundation B.B.A., University of Georgia; M.B.A., J.D., Stetson University
Specialize your coursework to earn a certificate of concentration, or go the extra mile and pursue a second graduate degree. Certificates of Concentration
If you’re interested in practicing in a specialized area of law, you may choose to pursue a certificate of concentration in advocacy, elder law, environmental law, international law or social justice advocacy. You may apply for a concentration program after completing 30 hours of study. Candidates who are admitted to a concentration program must complete at least 21 credit hours of courses in the specialty and other requirements. J.D./LL.M. in Advocacy
Stetson J.D. students may now pursue a joint degree through Stetson’s LL.M. in Advocacy program. This program allows you to apply up to 12 hours of prescribed J.D. courses toward the 24-credit LL.M. degree, so you’ll only need to take 12 more hours (or one full-time semester) to finish the LL.M. after earning your J.D. Since the LL.M. courses are also offered online, you may finish the program wherever you choose to practice after your J.D. graduation. J.D./M.B.A.
The College of Law and Stetson’s AACSBaccredited School of Business Administration offer an accelerated course of study leading to J.D. and M.B.A. degrees to broaden career opportunities in law and business. Students must be admitted to both programs. Full-time students typically complete both degrees within three years, including at least one summer session. International Dual Degrees
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foreign exchange programs in England, France, Spain or Ireland may earn a second degree from our partner institutions upon successful completion of a year of academic work. Students may earn an LL.M. in one of seven concentrations from the University of East Anglia in Norwich, England; a Master of International Economic Law from Université Toulouse 1–Capitole in Toulouse, France; a Master of European Business Law from the Comillas Pontifical University in Madrid, Spain; or an LL.M. in one of five concentrations from the University College Dublin, Ireland. Students pursuing the Ireland LL.M. also must complete a thesis. Intellectual Property Exchange
After the first year, a few select students interested in specializing in intellectual property law may participate in a semester exchange program with the University of New Hampshire School of Law’s Franklin Pierce Center for Intellectual Property. Honors Program
High-achieving students may be invited to join Stetson’s full-year Honors Program after their first year (or second year if enrolled part-time). Honors Program students participate in an Honors Colloquium with several faculty members and take a special Honors Jurisprudence Seminar. Members also may be invited to other special events on campus. Law and the Civil Rights Movement Travel Course
Each summer, Stetson offers an experience-based course on Law and The
“ Our priority is to provide students with outstanding educational experiences to better prepare them for the challenges of the practice of law.”
Professor Rebecca C. Morgan
Boston Asset Management Chair in Elder Law; Co-author, Tax, Estate & Financial Planning for the Elderly, Planning for Disability, and Fundamentals of Special Needs Trusts B.S.B.A., Central Missouri State University; J.D., Stetson University
Civil Rights Movement. This course takes students to six cities to visit museums, institutes, universities and historic sites identified with the legal history of the 1964 Civil Rights Act and the 1965 Voting Rights Act. The academic itinerary includes personal interaction with Civil Rights Movement veterans and modern civil rights practitioners. Academic Centers and Institutes
Stetson’s Centers for Excellence in advocacy, elder law, higher education law and policy, and international law sponsor conferences, workshops, scholarship and research projects within their areas. Students may serve as fellows who assist with research and major projects, and conferences are open to students on a space-available basis (usually with a tuition waiver). Stetson is also the home for institutes in biodiversity law and policy, Caribbean law and policy, legal communication and veterans law. Legal Research and Writing
Stetson was ranked second in legal writing for 2016 by U.S. News & World Report. Taught by full-time professors, Stetson’s research and writing courses prepare you for career-long success in legal
communication and advocacy. Stetson students have won writing awards at state and national levels. LL.M. in International Law
The LL.M. in International Law is an intensive two-semester, 24-credit program located at the Gulfport campus. The program prepares graduates to enter the legal marketplace with thorough preparation in the skills and knowledge necessary to practice international law. Online LL.M. in Advocacy
The 24-credit LL.M. in Advocacy builds upon Stetson’s national reputation as the leader in advocacy education. Students master methods of persuasion from theoretical and practical perspectives, and they may focus on advanced criminal litigation skills, civil litigation skills and advocacy teaching techniques.
Applicants for Stetson’s LL.M. programs must have received their first law degree at a law school accredited by the ABA or approved by the appropriate authority in its country. Florida and most other states require a J.D. degree from an accredited U.S. law school before an individual may sit for the bar examination.
Online LL.M. in Elder Law
Stetson’s LL.M. in Elder Law is a threesemester, 24-credit program that covers issues ranging from estate and long-term care planning for the elderly to disability law and guardianships. 17
St. Hugh’s College, Oxford
Granada, Spain
International Opportunities
Stetson Law enables you to discover new lands and foreign legal systems through international coursework. The Hague, Netherlands
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Explore new horizons while earning class credit in one of Stetson’s many international programs. In an increasingly global society, Stetson enables you to discover new lands and foreign legal systems through several international study opportunities. Semester in London: Spend a full semester taking classes and working in externships
in the heart of London. Stetson offers a full 13-week semester program taught by American and British faculty in the historic Bloomsbury district, located just blocks away from major legal and cultural landmarks. Summer Abroad Programs: Learn about international law, meet high-level officials,
and tour legal and government institutions in one of Stetson’s summer abroad programs in Oxford, England; Seoul, South Korea; The Hague, Netherlands; or Granada, Spain. Time is built into the schedule to allow students the freedom to experience local culture and explore the region.
Cayman Islands Fall Intersession Program: Travel to George Town in the Cayman
Islands between the fall and spring semesters for a two-week program housed at Truman Bodden Law School.
Spring Break in Cuba: Stetson’s Cuban Legal System and Society course culminates in
a five-day spring break program in Cuba.
I participated in the study abroad program at The Hague. Visiting the international courts was a huge learning experience, and the professors who taught these classes were absolutely top-notch.
Becky Farrar ’09 Co-Chair, International Human Rights Committee, ABA Section of International Law, and Legislative Coordinator, Amnesty International USA B.A., Queen’s University; J.D., Stetson University
Foreign Exchange Programs: Stetson has formal agreements with the University of
East Anglia in Norwich, England; University of Granada in Spain; University of Leicester in England; Victoria University in Melbourne, Australia; University College Dublin, Ireland; Université Toulouse 1 – Capitole in France; and Comillas Pontifical University in Madrid, Spain, for students to attend law school for up to one year at one of these institutions.
International Dual-Degrees: Stetson exchange students also may pursue dual degrees
from the Université Toulouse 1 – Capitole in Toulouse, France (J.D./MINTEC – master’s in international economic law); Comillas Pontifical University in Madrid, Spain (J.D./ M.E.B.L. in European Business Law); University of East Anglia in Norwich, England (J.D./LL.M.); or University College Dublin, Ireland (J.D./LL.M.).
Netherlands
England
Cuba
Spain
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Stetson has done a great job of preparing me for life after law school. Stetson gives us the chance to take on all kinds of responsibilities and provides the support necessary to get things done.
Stanton Fears ’15 Trial Team and Black Law Students Association member B.A., Morehouse College J.D., Stetson University
Don’t let the historic buildings fool you — technology is integrated everywhere. And our campus looks even better in person. From high-tech courtrooms and classrooms to a Google-mapped floor plan of the law library, few places in the world can compete with Stetson’s main law campus as an idyllic environment for the study of law. Inside the walls of this former 1920s resort in Gulfport/ St. Petersburg, you’ll find classrooms and courtrooms equipped with sophisticated audiovisual technology. Stetson’s highly acclaimed law library attracts legal scholars from around the world with its comprehensive digital and print collections, not to mention its comfortable study areas. Stetson’s Tampa Law Center, located at the entrance to downtown Tampa along the Hillsborough River, shares its Wm. Reece Smith Jr. Courtroom and satellite law library with Florida’s 2nd District Court of Appeal. Stetson’s courtrooms feature high-end technology, including electronic evidence displays, cameras, plasma screens, microphones and speakers for observing court participants and jury deliberations. Wireless internet access is available throughout both campuses, and power/network connections are available at most classroom seats.
By the numbers:
Facilities • • • • • • • • •
2 law campuses 7 courtrooms 50 library group study rooms 21-acre Gulfport campus 6.8-acre Tampa Law Center 70 wireless access points 3,920 network connections 419,501 library volumes 24/7 card access to the Dolly and Homer Hand Law Library
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Stetson’s three-story Dolly and Homer Hand Law Library is a popular spot for law students looking for a quiet space to focus or private group-study rooms to collaborate with classmates. Five of Stetson’s seven professional law librarians have both J.D. and Master of Library Science degrees, and three are members of the Florida Bar. 21
Student organizations ABA Law Student Division American Association for Justice* American Constitution Society Amnesty International – Stetson Chapter Arts Society at Stetson Law* Asian-American Law Student Association Black Law Students Association Business Law Society Christian Legal Society Dream Defenders Education Law Association Elder Law Society Entertainment and Sports Law Society Environmental Law Society Equal Justice Works Family Law Society Federalist Society Florida Association of Women Lawyers at Stetson Florida Bar Young Lawyers Division — Law Student Division Food Law Society Health Care Law Association Hispanic Bar Association Immigration Law Student Association Innocence Initiative at Stetson Intellectual Property Law Society International Law Society Investment and Finance Law Association Jewish Law Student Association Labor and Employment Law Association Lambda Legal Society Leadership Development Committee Maritime Law Society National Organization for Women Part-Time Student Society Phi Alpha Delta Phi Delta Phi Public Service Fellows Real Property, Probate and Trust Law Association Stetson Ambassadors Stetson Law Democrats Stetson Law Parents Stetson Law Republicans Stetson Solo and Small Firm Society* Student Animal Legal Defense Fund Student Bar Association Student Veterans Organization Student Wellness Society Tax Law Society *inactive for 2015-16
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Share your interests in a vibrant campus culture and develop your leadership potential. One hallmark of a great law school is an involved, active student body. More than 450 law student events are planned each year, so on any given day, you’ll find interesting speakers, community service projects, wellness programs, competitions and other activities coordinated by student organizations. Stetson’s Student Bar Association has been recognized as one of the most effective student government organizations in the nation by the American Bar Association Law Student Division, and Stetson has produced many national and regional ABA/LSD officers in the past five years — including a past national chair. During spring break, Stetson students may participate in alternative spring break travel experiences to meet national leaders or provide pro bono service to an area in need. You can earn a leadership certificate upon graduation by attending 10 hours of workshops through a program that won the ABA’s prestigious E. Smythe Gambrell Professionalism Award.
At Stetson, I had the privilege of being taught by professors who genuinely care about my growth as a student and as an individual. I have also had the opportunity to serve the Gulfport community through pro bono legal work.
Kayla Cash ’14
Assistant State Attorney, 1st Judicial Circuit of Florida B.A., Franklin College; J.D., Stetson University
Our active intramural program includes team sports, competitions and exercise classes. A spacious fitness center and temperature-controlled pool are located on the Gulfport campus, which is also a short distance from several public beaches and bike trails.
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Master the tools to build, grow and sustain a successful career. When finishing my initial JAG Corps training, I was selected to compete against three other classmates in a trial competition. Many classmates came from top law schools and had appreciable litigation experience. I won the competition, and it was nice to find out that my advocacy training at Stetson was the real deal.
Brendan Burke ’05
Commander, U.S. Navy B.A., University of Missouri, Columbia; J.D., Stetson University; LL.M., George Washington University
At Stetson, we know that your first job after law school is just that — the first step in a long, successful and rewarding career. Accordingly, we will provide the tools and toolkit to help you launch the career that is right for you. An accessible career development staff supports your career choices through individual coaching sessions, group meetings and programs. Also, many of the successful attorneys in Stetson’s 10,000-member alumni community stand ready to help new graduates get started. Stetson’s Career ToolKit workshop series provides a framework and essential information for career planning and job searching. The workshops focus on a wide range of subjects, including: • Planning and Organizing Your Job Search • Job Search Documents and Publications • • • • • • •
(including resumes and cover letters) Professional Etiquette Career Preparation During School Breaks Social Media Strategies Building Your Network Talking Points and Conversation Judicial Clerkship Preparation What to Do and When to Do It
By the numbers:
Employment Class of 2014, as of March 15, 2015 • 307 total graduates* • 307 graduates whose employment status is known** • 7 pursuing graduate degree full-time • 278 employed • 191 employed/bar passage required • 76 employed/J.D. advantage • 8 employed/professional Employment Type*** • 137 law firms • 44 business and industry • 61 government • 11 public interest (including public defender) • 17 judicial clerkship (federal, state, other) • 6 academia * Stetson’s Class of 2014 consists of those who graduated in December 2013, May 2014 and July 2014. ** All graduate employment status listed as of March 15, 2015, as reported to the American Bar Association, available at employmentsummary.abaquestionnaire. org. For more information regarding Stetson’s postgraduation employment rates, visit stetson.edu/law/ career. ***Of the 278 employed.
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Successful Stetson lawyers work in every sector of the legal profession, including government agencies, the judiciary, the military and nongovernmental organizations, as well as large, medium and small law firms. Beyond the legal arena, our graduates have achieved success in business, public and private education, health care, sports management, broadcasting and other fields. You will have abundant access to Stetson’s career development tools, instruction, advice and hands-on opportunities to practice critical career and job acquisition skills.
The rest is up to you. Employment following law school depends on a number of important factors, including academic performance, bar exam passage, class rank, grades, clinic and externship participation, and your personal efforts to learn, master and apply career development skills. The job market at the time of graduation, as well as the location and sector where you wish to practice, will affect the length of time it may take to achieve employment in your first position after law school.
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Tampa Bay
An exciting array of attractions, beaches and activities are waiting just around the corner. The active yet relaxing Florida lifestyle is an ideal counterpoint to the rigors of academic study. As part of the Tampa Bay metropolitan region, Stetson offers you access to one of Florida’s most vibrant business and legal communities, and positions you in a thriving cultural center with numerous environmental and international opportunities. The St. Petersburg/Gulfport region boasts magnificent beaches, palm-lined boulevards and sunshine throughout the year. Relax to live music at one of the many restaurants and clubs on the beach or downtown. Refine your tennis stroke or golf swing. Attend a spring training game. Or spend a day on cultural pursuits at the Museum of Fine Arts or the Salvador Dalí Museum. Tampa offers Busch Gardens theme park and animal preserve, the Florida Aquarium, and the nightlife of historic Ybor City. The Tampa Bay region also is rich in parks, biking paths, playing fields, fishing piers, boating, shopping, marinas and golf courses. The temperate climate allows you to enjoy these activities year round. Tampa Bay is home to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and the Tampa Bay Lightning. The Tampa Bay Rays and the Tampa Bay Rowdies play just five miles away from Stetson’s Gulfport campus.
Starting from the first year, Stetson provided a great opportunity to learn what it means to be a professional in the legal field.
Vincent D’Agostino ’12
Attorney, Guardian Ad Litem Program, Miami Past Intern, Office of National AIDS Policy, The White House, and Lambda Legal B.A., Flagler College; J.D., Stetson University
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Admission and Financial Planning
The faculty, administration and student organizations do a great job of creating a wonderful learning environment. Also, many people don’t realize how important research and writing skills are in the legal field. I love that Stetson has one of the top legal research and writing programs in the nation.
Elizabeth Ufot ’13 Ethics & Compliance, BP B.M., Baylor University; J.D., Stetson University
Applying to Stetson
Federal Financial Aid
If you haven’t already applied to Stetson, you can find more information by visiting stetson.edu/lawadmissions or calling 727562-7802 to set up a visit with a counselor.
Students seeking any type of federal financial aid must annually submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). The FAFSA is available on January 1 of each year and can be completed online at www.fafsa.ed.gov. The information on the FAFSA is transmitted electronically to the schools you list on the application. Stetson Law’s school code is E00342.
Entering Student Scholarships Stetson Law awards multi-year scholarships to selected entering students. All admitted students are considered for scholarships; no special application is required. Scholarships are awarded based on academic excellence, a range of other personal accomplishments and experiences, and the ability to further the mission of the College of Law. Applicants who wish for their unique circumstances and backgrounds to be considered may include an addendum with their application. Scholarships are awarded on a rolling basis. For Fall 2015, approximately 55 percent of incoming students received a scholarship ranging from partial tuition to full tuition plus a stipend. Detailed information about the selection process, scholarship retention data, and scholarships from Stetson and outside sources can be found at stetson.edu/ lawfinaid.
Assistance for Continuing Students Several programs provide financial assistance to students after they enroll, including a number of partial-tuition scholarships based on firstyear academic performance, leadership, public service and need. Scholarships to recognize public service are also available through endowed and university funds. Stetson offers a full-tuition scholarship for a student entering his or her final year with a record of public service who plans to continue that path for three years after graduation. Stetson participates in the Veterans Affairs Yellow Ribbon Program, offering tuition assistance to student veterans or eligible dependents. Teaching assistantships and faculty research assistantships are available on a competitive basis to upper-level students who have a strong academic record and an interest in scholarly research and writing. Teaching assistants support faculty teaching (but do not teach courses themselves), and research assistants support professors with their scholarly publications and other projects.
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Student loans are processed through the federal Direct Loan Program. The lender is the U.S. Department of Education, though the entity you interact with (your loan servicer) can be a private business. Student borrowers are not required to begin making payments until after they graduate or leave school. The Direct Loan Program offers Stafford Unsubsidized Loans (fixed rate, currently 5.84%) and Graduate Plus Loans (fixed rate, currently 6.84%) to graduate or professional students. Interest rates are subject to change. The Graduate Plus Loan will require a credit check. To be considered creditworthy, students must have non-delinquent credit or obtain a co-endorser. Students are encouraged to check their credit report on an annual basis. For more information about federal student loans, visit www.studentloans.gov and studentaid.ed.gov. All students who borrow must complete entrance and exit counseling, sign master promissory notes and accept conditions of receiving financial aid. Students may schedule one-on-one sessions with our friendly financial planning counselors or attend workshops on any of the following topics: • Public Service Loan Forgiveness • Understanding, Managing and Repairing Credit • Financial Advocacy (one-credit course) • Finances During the Bar Exam Study Period
Living Expenses Living expense budget projections based on double-occupancy living arrangements are available at stetson.edu/lawfinaid. Students who complete the FAFSA will be offered a financial aid package to cover the full cost of attendance (including living expenses), although many students choose not to accept the full amount of loan aid offered. Students will be given a sample monthly budget showing local living expense averages, and should reduce expenses wherever possible. Stetson financial planning counselors are ready to offer support via Skype, by phone or in person, including evening hours.
Tuition and Fees FULL-TIME
$39,936
Fall 2015–Spring 2016
FALL 2015 Tuition per semester Student activity fee Student Bar Association fee
$19,968 $110 $50
SPRING 2016 Tuition per semester Student activity fee Student Bar Association fee
$19,968 $110 $50
SUMMER 2015 Tuition per session Student activity fee Student Bar Association fee
PART-TIME Fall 2015–Summer 2016
$10,336 $30 $50
$34,745
FALL 2015 Tuition per semester Student activity fee Student Bar Association fee
$13,796 $100 $50
SPRING 2016 Tuition per semester Student activity fee Student Bar Association fee
$13,796 $100 $50
SUMMER 2016 (first summer required) Tuition per session Student activity fee Student Bar Association fee
$7,153 $30 $50
MISCELLANEOUS FEES
“ The heart of Stetson Law is relationships that foster learning and professional growth. We are a community of scholars who share an abiding belief in the power of law to change our world in positive and profound ways. We are proud of our chosen profession and committed to bringing out the best in one another.”
Professor Kristen David Adams
Professor of Law Author, Commercial Transactions: A Survey of United States Law with International Perspective, and co-author, The Practice of Law School: Getting In and Making the Most of Your Legal Education B.A., Rice University; J.D., Emory University; LL.M., Yale University
(non-refundable) Application fee Confirmation fee/seat deposit Transfer student application fee Visiting student application fee Late fee
$55 $500 $55 $50 $200
HOUSING (Fall 2015–Spring 2016)
ON-CAMPUS Standard w/shared bath $2,467/sem. Premium w/shared bath* $2,761/sem. Special Needs w/private bath $2,761/sem. *Includes living area, sleeping area and small dinette OFF-CAMPUS Rosa Apartments Stetson Houses
$890/month $675–$1,300/month
Stetson housing is available on a firstcome, first-served basis. For more information, visit stetson.edu/lawhousing.
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673/159
28% minority/55% female
216/33 full-time/part-time students in the Fall 2015 JD
25 states represented in Fall 2015 JD entering class,
total full-time JD/part-time JD students
entering class Entrant credentials LSAT 75th percentile 156 Median 154 25th percentile 152
GPA 3.58 3.27 3.00
in the Fall 2015 JD entering class
plus two foreign countries
55%
new JD students receiving scholarships
$39,936 full-time 2015-16 fall/spring tuition 83 undergraduate colleges/universities represented in the Fall 2015 JD entering class: $34,745 part-time 2015-16 fall/spring/summer tuition (Summer session is required for part-time students) Data as of October 5, 2015
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Stetson hosts two special open house events exclusively for admitted J.D. students. Join us on April 9 or May 20, 2016, to meet current law students, talk with faculty, and explore our beautiful law school campus.
Fax U.S. mail
(877) 529-7838 or (727) 562-7802 (727) 343-0136 1401 61st St. S. Gulfport FL 33707
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A day in the life of a law student More than a campus tour, you’ll visit a real class, talk to professors and students, and discover life at Stetson firsthand. Contact the Office of Admissions and Student Financial Planning at (877) 529-7838 to schedule your appointment.
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Talented professors and deans serve as dedicated teachers, scholars and mentors. Welcome to the Stetson University College of Law, where you will receive an exemplary valuesbased legal education worthy of the best and brightest students intent upon making a difference in the world. Your education and experiences at Stetson will equip you for more than success — they will prepare you to lead a significant life.
Wendy B. Libby President, Stetson University B.S., M.B.A., Cornell University; Ph.D., University of Connecticut
Kristen David Adams Professor of Law B.A., Rice University J.D., Emory University LL.M., Yale University Michael P. Allen Associate Dean for Academic Affairs, Professor of Law, and Director, Veterans Law Institute B.A., University of Rochester J.D., Columbia University Linda Anderson Professor of Legal Skills A.B., College of the Holy Cross J.D., Franklin Pierce Law Center Cynthia Batt Associate Professor of Law, Director of Clinical Education, and Associate Director, Veterans Law Institute B. Ed., M. Ed., J.D., Temple University Mark D. Bauer Professor of Law B.A., University of Chicago J.D., Emory University Dorothea A. Beane Professor of Law and Co-Director, Institute for Caribbean Law and Policy B.A., Drew University J.D., Rutgers, State University of New Jersey Jason R. Bent Associate Professor of Law B.A., Grinnell College J.D., University of Michigan Robert D. Bickel Professor of Law B.A., University of South Florida J.D., Florida State University Paul Boudreaux Professor of Law B.A., J.D., University of Virginia LL.M., Georgetown University Brooke J. Bowman Professor of Legal Skills and Associate Director, Center for Excellence in Advocacy, and Moot Court Advisor B.S., Indiana University at Bloomington M.S., University of Illinois at UrbanaChampaign J.D., Stetson University Catherine J. Cameron Professor of Legal Skills B.A., M.A., J.D., University of Florida Kirsten K. Davis Professor of Law, Director of Legal Research and Writing, and Director, Institute for the Advancement of Legal Communication B.A., J.D., The Ohio State University Ph.D., Arizona State University
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Cynthia H. DeBose Professor of Law B.A., Wellesley College J.D., Harvard University
Timothy S. Kaye Professor of Law LL.B., University of Sheffield (U.K.) Ph.D., University of Warwick (U.K.)
Kelly M. Feeley Professor of Legal Skills B.S., Florida State University J.D., Stetson University
Peter F. Lake Charles A. Dana Chair and Director, Center for Excellence in Higher Education Law and Policy B.A., J.D., Harvard University
Michael S. Finch Professor of Law and Interim Director of Academic Success B.A., Oberlin College J.D., Boston University S.J.D., Harvard University Peter L. Fitzgerald Professor of Law B.A., College of William and Mary J.D., University of California, Hastings LL.M., University of Exeter (U.K.) Roberta K. Flowers Professor of Law and Co-Director, Center for Excellence in Elder Law and Trial Advocacy Co-Coordinator B.A., Baylor University J.D., University of Colorado James W. Fox Jr. LeRoy Highbaugh Sr. Research Chair and Professor of Law B.A., University of North Carolina J.D., University of Michigan Royal C. Gardner Professor of Law and Director, Institute for Biodiversity Law and Policy A.B., Georgetown University J.D., Boston College Rafael Guzman Distinguished Professorial Lecturer B.A., University of Dayton LL.B., George Washington University Carol Henderson Professor of Law B.A., University of Florida J.D., George Washington University Bruce R. Jacob Dean Emeritus and Professor of Law B.A., Florida State University J.D., Stetson University LL.M., Northwestern University LL.M., University of Florida S.J.D., Harvard University Marco J. Jimenez Professor of Law B.A., B.S., University of Southern California J.D., Yale University Amelia Michele Joiner Associate Professor of Legal Skills and Trial Advocacy B.A., University of Pittsburgh J.D., Duquesne University
Lance N. Long Professor of Legal Skills B.A., J.D., Brigham Young University Janice K. McClendon Professor of Law B.A., University of Texas J.D., University of Utah LL.M., New York University Lizabeth A. Moody Distinguished University Professor and Dean Emeritus A.B., Columbia University J.D., Yale University Hon. Andrew G.T. Moore II Fmr. Chief Justice, Delaware Supreme Court Distinguished Professorial Lecturer B.B.A., J.D., Tulane University Rebecca C. Morgan Boston Asset Management Chair in Elder Law and Co-Director, Center for Excellence in Elder Law B.S.B.A., Central Missouri State University J.D., Stetson University Joseph F. Morrissey Professor of Law B.A., Princeton University J.D., Columbia University Luz Estella Nagle Professor of Law LL.D., Universidad Pontificia Bolivariana M.A., LL.M., University of California at Los Angeles J.D., College of William and Mary Jason Palmer Professor of Legal Skills and Coordinator of Legal Research and Writing B.A., University of Virginia J.D., George Washington University Ann M. Piccard Professor of Legal Skills B.A., Florida State University J.D., Stetson University LL.M., University of London (U.K.)
“Beyond academics, the faculty enjoys mentoring small student groups as advisors. As the faculty advisor for student property law organizations and BLSA, I help students gain exposure to matters the classroom does not offer time to explore.”
Darryl C. Wilson
Attorneys’ Title Insurance Fund Professor of Law and Co-Director, Institute for Carribean Law and Policy B.F.A. and B.B.A., Southern Methodist University; J.D., University of Florida; LL.M., John Marshall Law School
Christopher M. Pietruszkiewicz Dean and Professor of Law B.A., University of Scranton J.D., Loyola University (New Orleans) LL.M., Georgetown University
Stacey-Rae Simcox Associate Professor of Legal Skills and Director, Veterans Advocacy Clinic B.S.C., B.A., Ohio University J.D., College of William and Mary
Ellen S. Podgor Gary R. Trombley Family White Collar Crime Research Professor B.S., Syracuse University M.B.A., University of Chicago J.D., Indiana University at Indianapolis LL.M., Temple University
Ciara Torres-Spelliscy Associate Professor of Law B.A., Harvard University J.D., Columbia University
Theresa J. Pulley Radwan Professor of Law B.A., University of Dayton J.D., College of William and Mary Charles H. Rose III Professor of Excellence in Trial Advocacy, Director, Center for Excellence in Advocacy and Trial Advocacy Co-Coordinator B.A., Indiana University at South Bend J.D., University of Notre Dame LL.M., The Judge Advocate General’s School, United States Army Susan D. Rozelle Associate Dean for Faculty and Professor of Law B.A., University of Central Florida J.D., Duke University Judith A.M. Scully Wm. Reece Smith Jr. Distinguished Professor of Law B.A., University of Chicago J.D., George Washington University James A. Sheehan Distinguished Practitioner in Residence and Director, Tampa Law Center B.A., State University of New York J.D., Stetson University
Rebecca S. Trammell Dolly and Homer Hand Library Director, Director of Electronic Education, and Professor of Law B.A., Lindenwood University M.L.S., Dominican University J.D., University of Denver Ph.D., Nova Southeastern University Stephanie A. Vaughan Associate Dean for Student Engagement and Professor of Legal Skills B.A., University of Alabama J.D., Stetson University
Visiting Faculty Carliss Chatman Visiting Assistant Professor of Law B.A., Duke University J.D., University of Texas at Austin Lee Coppock Visiting Professor of Law B.A., University of South Florida J.D., Stetson University Michael Oeser Visiting Professor of Legal Skills B.A., University of Houston J.D., LL.M., University of Wisconsin Gail Richmond Visiting Professor of Law A.B., M.B.A., University of Michigan J.D., Duke University
Other Deans
Louis J. Virelli III Professor of Law B.S.E., Duke University M.S.E., J.D., University of Pennsylvania
Kevin Hughes Assistant Dean for Development and Alumni Engagement B.S., Allegheny College
Darryl C. Wilson Attorneys’ Title Insurance Fund Professor of Law and Co-Director, Institute for Caribbean Law and Policy B.F.A., B.B.A., Southern Methodist University J.D., University of Florida LL.M., John Marshall Law School
John Keyser Assistant Dean for Administration and Decision Support B.S., M.S., Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University
Candace Zierdt Professor of Law B.A., J.D., University of Kansas LL.M., Temple University
Laura Zuppo Assistant Dean for Admissions and Student Financial Planning B.A., Cedar Crest College M.B.A., Keller Graduate School of Management M.S., Drexel University
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Stetson’s Tampa Law Center
• Full-time and part-time options • J.D./LL.M. (advocacy), J.D./M.B.A., J.D./M.P.H., and three international exchange dual-degrees Stetson University, DeLand Stetson Center at Celebration College of Law, Tampa Bay
• LL.M. degrees in advocacy, elder law and international law • Ranked No. 1 for trial advocacy and No. 2 in legal writing by U.S. News for 2016 • Concentrations in advocacy, elder law, environmental law, international law and social justice advocacy • International programs in seven countries • Championship advocacy competition teams • Four academic law journals • Florida’s first private university and first law school The College of Law is part of Stetson University, with a College of Arts and Sciences, School of Business Administration, and School of Music in DeLand, Florida. A university satellite center in Celebration offers advanced degrees.
College of Law Admissions and Student Financial Planning 1401 61st Street South • Gulfport, Florida 33707 1700 North Tampa Street • Tampa, Florida 33602 (877) LAW-STET • (727) 562-7802 • Fax: (727) 343-0136 lawadmit@law.stetson.edu • stetson.edu/lawadmissions ©2015, Stetson University College of Law. All rights reserved. Stetson University is an equal opportunity educational institution.