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Legal Theory and Jurisprudence

Explore the breadth and depth of the USC Gould School of Law’s faculty expertise, research impact, thought leadership, and academic program offerings in legal theory and jurisprudence.

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Dean Franita Tolson joins panel on democracy and the judiciary

Dean Franita Tolson joins panel on democracy and the judiciary

Event cohosted by USC Gould touched on judicial history and current events.

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New professor finds passion in legal evidence field
Tomer Kenneth

New professor finds passion in legal evidence field

As a visiting assistant professor, Tomer Kenneth explores the intersections of legal and political theory.

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Beyond Academia
Gregory Keating wins book award

Beyond Academia

Professor Gregory Keating’s latest book wins 2024 Civil Justice Scholarship Award, recognizing its impact in U.S. justice system.

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Academics

Degrees

Bachelor of Science in Legal Studies
Juris Doctor (JD) Degree & Program
Master of Laws (LLM) - Online
Master of Laws (LLM) Degree - 1 Year Course
Master of Studies in Law (MSL) - On-Campus
Master of Studies in Law (MSL) Degree - Online
Two-Year Extended Master of Laws (2-Year LLM)

Certificates

Certificate in Law and Advocacy

Faculty

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Faculty in the News

  • Gregory Keating
    Orange County braces for potential flood of litigation from Airport fire victims
    Los Angeles Times
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  • Adam Zimmerman
    SCOTUS' Purdue Pharma decision with Professors Bob Rasmussen and Adam Zimmerman
    Debtwire's Legal Lens Podcast
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  • Daniel Klerman
    USC Gould faculty launches new journal focused on empirical legal studies
    India Education Diary
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Clinics, Centers and Institutes

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Recent Research & Scholarship

  • Scott Altman

    "Are Parents Fiduciaries," 42 Law and Philosophy 431 (2023).

    September 11, 2023
  • Felipe Jiménez

    "On Legal Expertise," Michigan Law School, Experimental Jurisprudence Workshop, Ann Arbor, MI, October 2022.

    November 4, 2022
  • Felipe Jiménez

    "Legal Positivism for Legal Officials," Canadian Journal of Law and Jurisprudence.

    September 7, 2022
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