Legal Studies
Introduction & Overview
The Legal Studies Program is designed to give students an overview of the American legal system, help them understand the fundamentals of public and private law, and acquaint them with the historical and philosophical roots of American law.
Students in this program learn to read challenging legal material, including cases and statutes, as well as works of legal history and philosophy. They also learn how to write briefs, analyze complex legal arguments, and write effective essays in legal studies. The courses have in-class oral arguments and mock trials in which students simulate the roles of judges, witnesses, and attorneys in the daily practice of law.
Degree
Bachelor of Arts in Legal Studies
Minor
Legal Studies
Career Ideas
Attorney, Criminologist, , Government Analyst, Judge, Law Enforcement Officer, Lobbyist, Professor of History, Political Science, or Law, Social & Community Service Manager, Teacher.
Program Director
Matthew Pauley, J.D., Ph.D., 914.323.5195, Matthew.Pauley@mville.edu
Faculty and Staff
Full-Time Faculty
Matthew Pauley, J.D., Ph.D, Professor, Matthew.Pauley@mville.edu
Christopher Sarver, Ph.D, Assistant Professor, Christopher.Sarver@mville.edu
Adjunct Faculty
Robert Ashkinaze
Albert Degatano, Esq.
Scott M. Grant
James C. Hasenfus, Esq.
Daniel Nanjira
Gabrielle Sachse-Skidd