.: Frequently Asked Questions

Who is eligible to take this program?

Anyone from grades 4-7, particularly students who love to learn, and are dedicated and motivated. This includes everyone from chess, drama, and debate club members to history, math, and science lovers, and of course athletes of all kinds. Additionally, aspiring lawyers will find this to be both a great way to introduce themselves to the law school process and to earn a lead on their future competition.

Do students need any prior legal education or computer experience?

Absolutely Not. Everything needed is provided from the start.

Is there an application process, or do I just sign-up?

Simply sign-up.

How many years should this course be taken?

1-4 years depending on the student's goals (students will answer questions based on their year-level in the program). The more times they take the course, the deeper their knowledge of the subjects and cases covered will be. Note: starting in 8th grade, students take the High School Law School program.

What is the difference between the school-year program and the summer program?

The summer program covers the same material as the school-year program, but in a more intensive format geared toward students who lack the time during the school year. The summer program is generally an alternative to the school-year program, however, for students who have never taken our school-year program, it is a great introduction for the school-year program.

Is this program a substitute for law school?

There is no substitute for law school given the rigor and length of Juris Doctor programs, however this program is as close as it gets. This program gives those who are interested in going to law school down the road a great primer and gives everyone else everything they would ever need to know. Most people can understand the basics of what law school teaches if the format, content, and delivery is geared toward their needs. PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS IS NOT A COLLEGE OR A LAW SCHOOL AND THOSE WHO COMPLETE THIS PROGRAM WILL NOT BE ATTORNEYS OR ELIGIBLE TO SIT FOR ANY BAR EXAMINATION, AND WILL NOT BE QUALIFIED FOR LAW SCHOOL ABSENT A COLLEGE EDUCATION AND AN LSAT SCORE.

Is any of the material in this program objectionable or will students be led to certain conclusions?

Many law school cases deal with adult content, however we keep non-essential facts and cases with this material to an absolute minimum. Additionally, students are provided with facts based on actual cases and both sides' arguments. Most people develop beliefs and opinions based on this information, but there is never any effort whatsoever to make anyone come to any particular conclusion. We will challenge their answers no matter what they say, just as is usually done in law school, to make them understand that the analysis, not the answer, is what counts. Our only goal is to teach the law school language and process of looking at facts, thoughtfully considering the arguments of each side, and coming to a conclusion. Finally, we are not some academic eggheads peddling worthless information. We greatly respect your child's time and your investment.