Law 101 Day Inspires, Engages Future Legal Professionals

Law 101 Day Inspires, Engages Future Legal Professionals

The University of La Verne College of Law and Public Service helped host the fourth annual Law 101 Day in partnership with Best Best & Krieger (BBK) and Assemblymember Eloise Reyes, who served as an attorney prior to her election to public office. This annual all day event provides insight into the legal profession and aims to foster interest in attending law school among students of all ages.

This year's September program attracted 40 high school students eager to explore potential legal careers, including a special emphasis on municipal law. Since its inception in 2021 by BBK 's Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) Committee, Law 101 Day has become a signature DEI initiative that the University of La Verne is proud to support. The program aligns with the university's mission of expanding educational opportunities, particularly for underserved communities.

In an exciting addition to this year's event, five current University of La Verne law students took center stage, sharing their personal experiences of navigating the application process and preparing for the bar exam. Their firsthand insights provided the high school participants with a realistic glimpse into the challenges and rewards of pursuing a law degree.

The students were then immersed in a practical, hands-on experience that involved tackling legal scenarios and working in teams to develop legal strategies addressing real-world issues, culminating in presentations of solutions. This exercise sharpened their legal reasoning and public speaking skills, giving them a taste of what it's like to engage in the practice of law. Participants also had the opportunity to network with BBK attorneys, who shared their own professional journeys and offered guidance and inspiration for students considering a career in law.

The State Bar of California accredited program at the Univeristy of La Verne is the only one of its kind in the region, offering a variety of affordable and flexible pathways to pursuing a legal education, along with dual juris doctorate degree programs in public administration, business administration and educational leadership. The college is planning to launch a new bachelor of science in law and public service soon. Learn more about offerings at law.laverne.edu.