Southern University Law Center, Law school in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, U.S.
The Southern University Law Center is a public law school in Baton Rouge where students prepare for careers in the legal field. It offers daytime and evening classes, practical clinics in various areas of law, and opportunities to study abroad.
The school was founded in 1947 after Charles Hatfield, an African-American veteran, was rejected from Louisiana State University because he was Black. The state then decided to open a law school specifically for Black students at Southern University.
The school carries the history of its founding as a response to discrimination in its name and daily work. Students and faculty visibly work on projects aimed at justice and equality in the legal system.
Visitors can tour the campus in person or participate in virtual tours to see the facilities. Admissions teams are available to answer questions and guide prospective students through the application process.
The school teaches two different legal systems because Louisiana is based on French civil law while most other US states use common law. This allows students to understand both systems and work in different legal contexts.
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