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Learn More Besan Farra San Joaquin has offered me the opportunity to pursue a law degree while still being able to maintain a full time job to support my family. Working with several SJCL alum and witnessing their success in the community has inspired me to continue my work locally after graduation.” Besan Farra Biochemistry University of California, Davis Career Panel Alumni Career Panel Learn from a panel of SJCL alumni in this free forum and discover the multitude of applications a law degree can provide. Learn More Gurjot Brar Having completed my law degree in India, I am glad I chose this law school over other schools because professors are so helpful in preparing me for the bar exam." Gurjot Brar Bachelor of Law Panjab University, India Jesica Gonzalez I chose SJCL because the students and faculty here are very supportive and are always willing to provide help if needed, which makes the success rate much more achievable." Jesica Gonzalez Criminology California State University, Fresno Landon Sciacca I chose SJCL because of the Alumni networks that open the doors to opportunities for externships and for the numerous jobs available once I graduate.” Landon Sciacca Psychology University of Southern California Jaymie Eaton SJCL is home to an invaluable team of faculty and staff fully committed to ensuring our academic success as we enter into the community as advocates of justice. I feel supported, heard, and connected. I wouldn’t have wanted a law school experience anywhere else.” Jaymie Eaton Art California State University, Fresno Jocelyn Stevens Injustice is both systemic and a choice, and I choose not to perpetuate the problem. I see the unification of our differences as a necessity. The powerful influence of a law degree at will equip me to be the voice others need.” Jocelyn Stevens Political Science Azusa Pacific University Online Program Online Program In addition to its successful, traditional in-person program, is now offering a remote J.D. option. Learn More Diana Malcolm As a mother of two young children, it is very important to balance my law school schedule with my personal life. I chose SJCL for the flexible class schedule.” Diana Malcolm Bachelor of Law EW HA Woman’s University, Seoul, Korea Career Panel Alumni Career Panel Learn from a panel of SJCL alumni in this free forum and discover the multitude of applications a law degree can provide. Learn More James Proctor SJCL is very welcoming to Veterans and the admissions staff is very helpful with the application process.” James Proctor Business Administration Fresno City College Gabrielle Grieser SJCL offers an environment of excellence that provides ample opportunity to gain experience in a multitude of areas of law.” Gabrielle Grieser Criminology California State University, Fresno Dusty Nunes I am a first generation college student who grew up in a small town. Choosing a law school in a region where the job market for attorneys is promising is the primary reason I chose SJCL for my legal education.” Dusty Nunes Political Science University of California, Merced Ashley Simpson As a student advocate for the New American Legal Clinic, SJCL’s on campus clinic, I have gained invaluable experience both in learning immigration law and interacting with actual clients and their families.” Ashley Simpson Criminal Justice Fresno Pacific University Rosie Palomino Higher education has set me free from the cycle of poverty, crime, and family violence. I am no longer imprisoned by the stereotypes and stigmas. I have chosen a different life and created opportunity here at SJCL.” Rosie Palomino Criminology Fresno Pacific University Apply Accepting applications for in-person or online programs. Bar Pass Success The ABA requires that at least 75% of a law school’s graduates pass a bar examination within two years of graduation. While SJCL is not ABA accredited, its graduates have exceeded that ABA standard for the classes of 2020 (80%), 2021 (84%), and 2022 (83%). More Info 64% Percentage of first-generation students in the incoming class of 2023. Events Mock Law Class May 22, 2024 | 12:00pm Our mock law classes are a series of classes designed to bring the law school experience to life to give prospective students a taste of what law school is like. Learn More...