Success as a civil litigator requires an education combining relevant courses and practical skills training. This concentration offers students wide latitude in charting their preparation for litigation work. The civil litigation concentration is versatile, as students develop key skills that can be applied to any area of law. The University of San Diego School of Law's faculty includes leading experts in civil litigation and our curriculum offers cutting-edge courses for students who want to specialize in this area.
Opportunities in Civil Litigation
- Hands-On Experience
- Student Organizations
Outstanding classroom offerings are paired with simulation and skills courses, including USD's nationally recognized clinical program. Participation in a clinic offers real world experience, often including first-hand contact with clients, while simultaneously providing a valuable public service to the community.
Requirements for JD Concentration in Civil Litigation
- Total required credits: 18
- To attain this concentration, students must successfully complete all core courses and a sufficient number of credits from the approved electives to reach a minimum of 18 credits.
- Minimum cumulative grade point average (GPA): 2.2
- The minimum cumulative GPA required to obtain the concentration will be based on an average of grades received in courses eligible for concentration credit.
- Recognition: Certificate and transcript notation
- Application Process: JD concentration applications must be submitted no later than the applicable deadline stated below. Concentration applications are evaluated after all grades for the graduation term are finalized and JD degrees are officially conferred. Applicants will be notified of the status of their concentration application via email once evaluations are complete.
| Graduation Month | Concentration Application Deadline |
|---|---|
| May | May 1 of graduation year |
| August | August 1 of graduation year |
| December | December 1 of graduation year |