Course Catalog College of Law Professional Studies Summer/Autumn 2011-2012 Table of Contents Table of Contents 2 General Information 4 About the College of Law 4 Faculty 4 Catalog Version 6 Admission 6 Academic Calendar 8 Summer 2010 9 Autumn 2010 9 Spring 2011 10 Student Handbook 11 Disclaimer 11 Degree Programs 11 Juris Doctor Degree 11 Master of Laws (LLM) Degree 12 Joint Degree and Certificate Programs 13 Study Abroad Programs 14 Procedures and Graduation Requirements 15 JD Graduation with Honors and Order of the Coif 15 Eligibility for Law Review, Law Journals and Moot Court 16 Academic and Administrative Regulations for JD and LLM Students 18 Visiting at and Transferring Credits from Other Law Schools 21 Grading System, Awards and Academic Records 22 Examinations 26 Students with Disabilities 28 Withdrawl from and Re-entry to the Law School 29 GPA Requirements, Academic Dismissal and Readmission after Academic Dismissal 30 Honor Code 31 Student Organizations 36 Faculty Meetings and Committees 38 Law Career Services 38 Anti-Discrimination Policies 39 Admission to the Bar 40 Vincent G. Rinn Law Library 42 General Information 46 Juris Doctor 52 JD Requirements 52 Certificates 53 Business Law Certificate 53 Criminal Law Certificate 54 Family Law Certificate 55 Health Law Certificate 56 IP/IT Certificate Programs 58 International & Comparative Law Certificate 62 Public Interest Law Certificate 62 Tax Law Certificate 64 Joint Degree Programs 65 JD/MBA 65 General Information 65 Requirements 66 JD/MS in Public Service Management 68 General Information 68 Requirements 68 JD/MA in International Studies 71 General Information 71 Requirements 71 JD/MS in Computer Science Technology 73 General Information 73 Requirements 73 LL. in Health Law 76 LL. in International Law 77 LL.
in Intellectual Property Law 80 LL. in Taxation 81 Course Descriptions 83 General Information About the College of Law LAW General Information About the College of Law Welcome to DePaul University College of Law! DePaul University takes its name from St. Vincent de Paul. The religious community founded by St.
Vincent, commonly known as the Vincentians, established the University and endowed it with a distinctive spirit premised upon a deep respect for the dignity of all persons and a dedication to the service of others. In each succeeding generation, the graduates of DePaul have pursued learning in the spirit of St. Vincent de Paul. DePaul University College of Law has educated and trained leaders in the legal profession for nearly a century.
Our nationally acclaimed programs and institutes prepare students to practice law at a sophisticated level in an increasingly complex profession. But studying law at DePaul involves more than mastering technical legal doctrine. You have now become, and for the rest of your life will remain, part of the College of Law family. Do not hesitate to call upon any of us, faculty, administrators or staff, to assist you in whatever way that we are able.
Faculty LAW General Information Faculty Please refer to the College of Law web site for more information regarding current full-time and adjunct faculty. ALBA SIOBAN ALBIOL PHILIP ASHLEY SUSAN A. CHERIF BASSIOUNI MARY BECKER MARY ANN BECKER RODNEY BLACKMAN CRAIG M. CAVISE SUMI CHO ALBERTO R.
COLL MICHELLE CUE JOHN F. DUTENHAVER CHRISTOPHER EVERS FREEMAN L. FRANKLIN JEROLD FRIEDLAND PATTY GERSTENBLITH ANDREW GOLD STEVEN GREENBERGER RAYMOND GRZEBIELSKI BRIAN F. JACOBS BARRY KELLMAN TERRENCE F.
KIELY SARAH KLAPER SANDRA KUPELIAN ROBERTA R. KWALL STEPHAN LANDSMAN WAYNE K. LEWIS MARGIT LIVINGSTON ANDREA D. LYON JODY MARCUCCI PAUL S.
MILLER MARK MOLLER ALLEN MOYE ALLISON I. SONG RICHARDSON JOHN C. ROBERTS ZOË ROBINSON HOWARD M. RUBIN JANE RUTHERFORD MATTHEW SAG JOSHUA D.
SHAMAN STEPHEN SIEGEL TERRY SMITH WILLIAM STUART SUSAN THROWER ALLISON BROWNELL TIRRES DEBORAH TUERKHEIMER ANTHONY G. WEBER GLEN WEISSENBERGER Catalog Version LAW General Information Catalog Version UPDATE: MAY 15, 2010 Please use the menu items to the left for current catalog navigation. Access archived catalogs by choosing the link to the right. Admission LAW General Information Admission Admission to DePaul University College of Law is very competitive.
We consider numerous factors in evaluating each applicant, including undergraduate academic performance, Law School Admission Test (LSAT) scores, advanced degrees, professional work experience, writing ability, potential for leadership, professional and academic recommendations and the student's special talents, qualities, interests, and socioeconomic and cultural background. No single factor is dispositive. Personal qualities that demonstrate intellectual depth, high ideals and diligence also are considered, as are economic, societal or educational obstacles that have been successfully overcome. Diversity in background and experience among the members of each entering class is a continuing objective.
Having a diverse student body allows us to encourage and foster the exchange of different ideas. In addition, the candidate's prior relations with the DePaul University community and her or his potential for furthering DePaul's institutional goals are considered. Last year, more than 5,000 candidates applied for 240 seats in the full-time day program and 90 seats in the Last year, more than 5,000 candidates applied for 240 seats in the full-time day program and 90 seats in the part-time program. Because applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, early application is highly recommended, especially for those who desire merit scholarship and financial aid consideration.
For first-year applicants with no previous law school credit, admission is granted only for the fall semester. First-year applicants should ensure that their application and all necessary documents are on file in the Office of Law Admission prior to the suggested application deadline of March 1, 2010. Prospective applicants who have received their baccalaureate degrees from accredited institutions or who have received degrees prior to July of the year for which admission is sought are eligible to apply. In no event will anyone who has yet to receive a baccalaureate degree be permitted to enroll in the College of Law.
No specific fields of study are prescribed at the baccalaureate level. DePaul University has a nondiscriminatory admission policy; it does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age or disability. Application for Admission Instructions Letter of Recommendation One letter of recommendation is required for all applicants, but additional letters are helpful. Letters from your college professors are particularly useful.
Letters also may be written by employers or colleagues who are in positions to make critical and informed appraisals of your qualifications. Letters of recommendation can be submitted through either the Credential Assembly Service (LSDAS) or mailed directly to the Office of Law Admission. Personal Statement A personal statement is required and must be enclosed with or electronically attached to your application for admission. It should not exceed two pages, and may provide the Admission Committee with information regarding such matters as intellectual interests and pursuits; personal, family or educational background; experiences and talents of special interest; reasons for applying to law school as they may relate to personal goals and professional expectations; or any other factors that will assist the committee's evaluation of your candidacy for admission.
You also may describe, either within the personal statement or as an addendum, how your admission would contribute to the diversity of the College of Law. Resume A current resume is strongly recommended and it should not exceed two pages. It should include a complete employment record and identify honors, scholarships and commendations received; membership in any scholastic, honorary and professional associations; as well as community, volunteer and extracurricular activities. If applying electronically, use an electronic attachment for your resume.
Law School Admission Test / Credential Assembly Service All applicants must take the LSAT. LSAT scores earned prior to June 2004 are not acceptable. In addition, all first-year and transfer applicants must register with Credential Assembly Service. Please refer to the LSAC Information Book for additional information or visit the Law School Admission Council Web site ( www.
Application Fee A $60 nonrefundable application processing fee is required and must be submitted with the application for admission. You may pay your application fee online or print the Certification Letter and send your payment to the Office of Law Admission with your Certification Letter. Special Information for Transfer Applicants DePaul University College of Law welcomes applications from students who will have completed, within the preceding two years, at least one year of study at another ABA-accredited law school. Transfer applicants may apply for admission to the day and evening programs for the fall and spring semesters, as well as the summer session.
Transfer applicants admitted to the College of Law may receive up to 30 hours credit toward the Juris Doctor degree. The determination of applicable credit is made upon admission. Transfer applicants should have their application and all necessary application documents on file with the Office of Law Admission at least one month prior to the semester in which they intend to enroll. Transfer applicants are required to submit all materials required of all first-time applicants: application, application fee, letter of recommendation (from a law school faculty member), resume, personal statement and current Credential Assembly Service report.
In addition, transfer applicants must submit directly to the Office of Law Admission: (1) a letter of good standing from all previously attended law schools; and (2) official transcripts from all previously attended law schools. Law school transcripts must provide grades for all courses attempted. Special Information for International Applicants Applicants who have earned degrees or received diplomas from foreign institutions must submit all materials required of first-time Juris Doctor applicants. In addition, applicants who have completed coursework or earned degrees from foreign institutions should submit their foreign transcripts through the Credential Assembly Service.
This service is included in the standard Credential Assembly Service fee. Foreign transcripts received will be sent to the American Association of Collegiate Registrars and Admissions Officers (AACRAO) where the transcript will be authenticated and analyzed. The data will be assembled into a foreign credential evaluation document that contains AACRAO's summary, copies of the transcripts (and translations, as necessary) and a TOEFL score, if applicable. Applicants who were educated in foreign countries, at institutions where English is not the primary language, must also register for the TOEFL.
You must advise Educational Testing Service (ETS) to send your TOEFL score to LSAC (institution code number 00580). LSAC will incorporate your foreign credential evaluation, TOEFL score and associated documents into the regular Credential Assembly Service report. While the College of Law strongly encourages international applicants to submit their foreign transcripts to the Credential Assembly Service, we will also accept detailed evaluation reports from Educational Credential Evaluators ( www.org ), World Educational Services ( www.org ) or from any other member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services. International applicants who have graduated from foreign law schools may receive up to 30 credit hours toward the Juris Doctor degree.
The determination of applicable credit is made upon admission. For additional information, including a copy of the Financial Affidavit of Support Form for International Students, please visit http://international.edu/Admission/Admission/ImmigrationMatters/index.asp Optional Sections of Legal Analysis for First-Year, Full-Time Students For first-year, full-time day students only, the College of Law offers special sections of Legal Analysis, Research & Communication with a focus on Child & Family Law, Health Law, Intellectual Property Law (including traditional Intellectual Property, Information Technology, and Cultural Property/Art Law), and Public Interest Law. Admission to these special sections is competitive. Students must apply for a seat in the Child & Family Law, Health Law, Intellectual Property Law or Public Interest Law section of Legal Analysis, Research & Communication at the same time they apply for JD admission.
Interested students must indicate their interest by checking the appropriate box on the application for admission. You may only apply to one section. You also must enclose with or electronically attach to this application a statement of no more than one page indicating your reason(s) for your interest in either Child & Family Law, Health Law, Intellectual Property Law, or Public Interest Law. Students will be informed of their acceptance into the desired section after they receive a letter of admission from the College of Law.