Legal Studies (minor only)

Introduction & Overview

The Legal Studies minor at Manhattanville provides students with an understanding of the philosophical and historical roots of the contemporary American legal system.  Students build career-based skills, including reading and interpreting statutes, regulations, judicial decisions, and case law. Student also learn to craft legal briefs, and to make persuasive and effective written arguments. In-class oral arguments and mock trial exercises give students the chance to practice their skills as advocates and judges.  

Minor

Legal Studies 

Career Ideas

Attorney, Criminologist, Government Official,  Judge, Law Enforcement Officer, Law Enforcement Officer, Lobbyist, Public Policy Analyst, Professor, Social & Community Service Manager.

Division Chair  

Gregory Swedberg, 914.323.5216, Gregory.Swedberg@mville.edu

Faculty

Matthew Pauley, J.D., Ph.D