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School of Law

LAW

Practice Ready.






Purpose Driven.












CHRISTIAN LEADERSHIP TO CHANGE THE WORLD


FACULTY- POC'S




MICHAEL JD NATT GANT JD
DEAN ASSOCIATE DEAN OF INSTRUCTIONAL &
CURRICULAR AFFAIRS
EMAIL: EMAIL:
[email protected] [email protected]
EXTENSION: LOCATION: EXTENSION: LOCATION:
4040 RH 225 4734 RH 225L



LY NNE JD PATRICIA L. WEST, JD
ASSOCIATE DEAN FACULTY ASSOCIATE DEAN OF CAREER & ALUMNI
DEVELOPMENT & EXTERNAL AFFAIRS
EMAIL: EMAIL:
[email protected] [email protected]
EXTENSION: LOCATION: EXTENSION: LOCATION:
4335 RH 352 4310 RH 225




VAN ESSENDELFT, JD E. MURPHY, JD
ASSISTANT DEAN STUDENT AFFAIRS M.A. IN LAW PROGRAM DIRECTOR

EMAIL: EMAIL:
[email protected] [email protected]
EXTENSION: LOCATION: EXTENSION: LOCATION:
4689 RH 352 RH 225L



CRAIG A. STERN, JD JANIS L. KIRKLAND, JD
PROGRAM DIRECTOR M.A. WEALTH MANAGEMENT & FINANCIAL
PLANNING CONCENTRATION
EMAIL: EMAIL:
[email protected] [email protected]
EXTENSION: LOCATION: EXTENSION: LOCATION:
4080 RH 353 4334 RH 352



JD KATHLEEN A. LL.M
ACADEMIC & ADMINISTRATIVE DIRECTOR LL.M IN AMERICAN LEGAL STUDIES, LLM IN
HUMAN RIGHTS DIRECTOR
EMAIL: EMAIL:
stevwa [email protected] [email protected]
EXTENSION: LOCATION: EXTENSION: LOCATION:
4315 RH 225L 4639 RH 352





TO VIEW FULL LIST OF SCHOOL OF LAW FACULTY
http://www.regent.edu/law/faculty/


MAJOR- SPECIFIC NUANCES

PROGRAM LIMITS GPA REQUIREMENTS
Master of Arts in Law 5 years Master of (Prior to Fall 2016) 2.0
Latin Legum Magister 5 years Master of Arts (Beginning of Fall 2016) 3.0
Doctor 5 years

REQUIRED CONSISTENT ENROLLMENT
MLAW course prequisites
> Wealth Management & Financial Planning Concentration MLAW 545 Capstone Elective
» MLAW MLAW 543, MLAW 544, MLAW 670, FNCE 652, FNCE FNCE 654

COURSES THAT TEND TO FILL FREQUENTLY
> MLAW 619 Constitutional Law & Policy

COURSES THAT TEND TO BE MORE DIFFICULT BASED ON STUDENT FEEDBACK
> MLAW 605 Legislation and Regulation - intensive assignments

IDEAL COURSE SEQUENCES/ ROTATIONS
No course rotation available except for WMFP (course map)
Course map for WMFP beginning in Fall Semester
> Fall 1
» UNIV 500
» MLAW 552
» MLAW 521
> Spring 1
» MLAW 513
» MLAW 670*
> Summer 1
» MLAW 542*
» MLAW 543*
» FNCE 652*
> Fall Term 2
» MLAW 544*
» FNCE 653*
> Spring Term 2
» FNCE 654*
» MLAW 545*
*Semester course is only offered
If a WMFP student misses a semester when course is only offered it may delay their graduation possibly by a year.
UNIV 500 is required for all students beginning Spring 2017 catalog year
> exemptions/waiver is allowed

Recommended course per semester is 3 (9 credits).
Recommend students to take all core courses first for (WMFP)
Core courses all the same for WMFP (no core courses)
Non MLAW courses such MBA/GOV/LMOL generally have sections specifically for MLAW students indicated by
section letter "L".
Recommended course per semester is 3 (9 credits).
Second concentration 12 unique credits (no double dipping)
> Must complete concentration course requirements


NEW ADMIT, FACULTY MENTORS & THEIR ROLES, ETC.
> Transfer Credit if any
» Transfer up to 14 credits (49%)
» Acceptable minimum courses grade: C
> Faculty Mentor
» Gather insight & experience and build relationship

LICENSURE FOR ANY PROGRAMS?
No

GRADUATION SPECIFIC INFORMATION

TBD

DEGREE WORKS NUANCES, TRENDS ADVISORS HAVE NOTICED WITH SEP'S
Review courses in excess of degree as student may need to petition for it to counr since new catalog may allow
course to count, but not count in students catalog year.

OLD SCHOOL-BASED ADP'S
> Rarely used

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
WHAT INFORMATION DO ADVISORS EXPRESS INTEREST IN SEEING BUILT FOR
OTHER INDIVIDUALS SPEAK WITH THEIR STUDENTS?
> Course rotation.
> Summarized catalog version of program.
> LSAT Information and Prep Workshop signup
> Contact for the LSAT or other Law programs is the Law School Admissions office at [email protected] or
(757) 352-4584


M DRIVE FOLDERS THAT ARE PERTINENT
> M :\Departments\Advising\Advisor-Staff Folders\ Tutyer Xiong\ Student Files
> M:\Departments\Advising\Advisor-Staff Folders\Brett Gazard\Student Files
> M:\Schools\schgov\Student Services\ADP's\Specific Students (protected)



STUDENT FAQ'S
TBD

FORMS & SIGNATURE PROCESS
View pages 8 & 9.


PROGRAM DIFFERENCES

> Juris Doctor (J.D.)
» Advised within the School Law
» First year courses are registered automatically by the school
» Prepares students to practice law
> Master of Laws Degree (LL.M.)
» Advised within the School of Law
» Most students have J.D. equivalent in another country and utilize this program to be trained in
American Law
> Master of Arts in Law (M.A. in Law/MLAW)
» Advised within University Advising
» Similar to Master of Arts programs in other schools
» Interested in the Law and believe that it will be beneficial to have that background in their work
but do not need to practice Law
» Plan to pursue a J.D. but need to show their capabilities prior to being accepted
» Already received a J.D. but would like to get a deeper focus in a specific discipline of Law
> Most "Advising" type questions for J.D. and LL.M students can be referred to Law Admissions (4584
or lawschool@ regent.edu)

MLAW Program Facts 2014-2015 Concentrations

> 32 Credit Hour Program (Fall 2016+) • Business & Commercial Law
» UNIV 500 (2 credits) • Business Management
» Core Courses (12 credits) • Criminal Justice
• Human Resources Management
» Concentration (18 credits) • Non-Profit Management
> Program Time Limit: 5 Years • National Security
> GPA Requirement
» Prior Fall 2015 - 2.0
» Fall 2015+ - 3.0 2015-2016 Concentrations
» "D" or above grades may apply • Business & Commercial Law
> UNIV 500 Required (Spring 2017+) • Business Management
» Not waived during admission • Criminal Justice
> Prior to Spring 2017, UNIV LIB and ENGL 500 may be required • Human Resources Management
» Refer to DegreeWorks • Non-Profit Management
> Second Concentration • National Security
» Only requires 12 additional credits • General Legal Studies
» Must complete all required concentration courses • Human Rights
> Transfer/Advanced Standing up to 14 credits (49%) • *Wealth Management & Financial Planning



WMFP Registration Plan (WFMP on Degree Works) 2016-2017 Concentrations
> Fall Term 1 > Fall Term 2 • Business
» UNIV 500 » MLAW 544 • Criminal Justice
» MLAW 552 » MLAW 653 • Human Resources Management
» MLAW 521 > Spring Term 2 • Non-Profit Management
> Spring Term 1 » FNCE 654 • National Security
» MLAW 513 » MLAW 545 • General Legal Studies
» MLAW 670 • Human Rights
> Summer Term 1 • *Wealth Management & Financial Planning
» MLAW 542 (2 credits) • Administrative and Regulatory Law
• Mediation
» MLAW 543 (1 credit)
» FNCE 652


MLAW Registration Information

> Core Courses
» Prior to Fall 2016 - MLAW 513 & MLAW 552
» Fall 2016+ - MLAW 513, MLAW 552, MLAW 605, MLAW 619
> MLAW 619 tends to fill quickly
> Advising does not have two-year course rotation for the program
» Recommend looking at past years to determine when typically offered
» Concentration course may only be offered once per year
> Recommend in 1st Semester
» UNIV 500
» MLAW 513
» MLAW 552 2017-2018 Concentrations
> Recommend mixture of core and concentration courses throughout • Business
enrollment • Criminal Justice
> Many courses used in RSG and SBL • Human Resources Management
» Look for "L" section • Non-Profit Management
» Should not register in regular section • National Security
» ghjk • General Legal Studies
> On-campus courses are not guaranteed except for core courses • Human Rights
» A Session - MLAW 552 • *Wealth Management & Financial Planning
» B Session - MLAW 619 • Administrative and Regulatory Law
» C Session - MLAW 605 • Mediation
» D Session - MLAW 513 • Litigation
> Petitions are common if course applies in newer catalog year • Rule of Law Development
> Follow Graduate calendars for ADD/DROP, sessions, etc.
> Some courses are cross-listed with J.D. program
» Course meetings follow J.D. schedule
» Grade may not be entered until J.D. due date
» Most often found with on-campus, concentration courses




WEALTH MANAGEMENT & FINANCIAL PLANNING


WMFP Facts
> Strict concentration within M.A. in Law program that allows for CFP certification
> Many of the normal policies or registration practices do not apply to WMFP
> Most courses offered once per year and if not taken can delay completion by a year
> Cannot be completed as second concentration, becomes primary
> Recommended as part-time and difficult to complete full-time unless starting in Spring
> Capstone course - MLAW 545
» Requires ALL other requirements completed except:
• MLAW 513
• MLAW 552
• MLAW 521
» After Fall 2017, planned to only be offered in Spring Semesters
> Students with secondary concentration must complete 18 additional credits
» 6 missing core credits: MLAW 605 and MLAW 619
» 12 concentration credits


LAW CENTERS


AMERICAN CENTER FOR LAW AND JUSTICE
The American Center for Law and Justice (ACLJ) is a premier national public interest law firm specializing in
constitutional law and the defense of religious and civil liberties.
aclj.org

CENTER FOR ADVOCACY
Regent Law's Center for Advocacy comprises a number of academic programs, advocacy skills training and
opportunities for hands-on legal experience.
regent.edu/lawcenters


CENTER FOR ETHICAL FORMATION & LEGAL
EDUCATION REFORM
The Center for Ethical Formation & Legal Education Reform helps develop students' professional identities.
regent.edu/lawcenters


CENTER FOR GLOBAL JUSTICE, HUMAN RIGHTS,
AND THE RULE OF LAW
The Center for Global Justice equips students to use the law to seek justice for the oppressed and supports
those already engaged in such advocacy.

regent.edu/globaljustice





ON-CAMPUS LAW STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS


Alternative Dispute Resolution & International Law Society (ILS)
Client Counseling Board (Negotiations)
Law Chapel
Asian Pacific American Law
Students Association Law Wives Association

Black Law Students Association (BLSA) Moot Court Board

Business Law Society (BLS) Phi Alpha Delta (PAD)

Christian Legal Society (CLS) Public Interest Law Advocates of Regent (PILAR)

Council of Graduate Students (COGS) Student Bar Association
Trial Advocacy Board
Federalist Society
Virginia Bar Association
Hispanic Law Students Association (HLSA)
Law School Council (VBS LSC)
Intellectual Property &
Entertainment Legal Society See regent.edu/laworgs for a complete listing.


SCHOOL AUTHORIZED SIGNATURES
Effective September 26, 2016


SCHOOL NAME: School of Law; Master of Arts in Law

In addition to the school dean, the following are authorized to sign forms as listed.

Form Authorized to Sign
James Murphy, Ian Lawrence, University Advising
1. Academic Petition
Directors & Assistant Directors
2. Add/drop Form University Advising Staff
3. Advanced Standing Form University Advising Directors & Assistant Directors
4. Authorization to Register for a Course in University Advising Directors & Assistant Directors,
Another School University Advising Managers

5. Change of Field of Study Form University Advising Directors & Assistant Directors,
University Advising Managers
6. Grade Appeal School Dean or Academic Dean
7. Grade Change Form (must be School Dean or School Dean or Academic Dean
Academic Dean only)
8. Graduation Application/Certificate University Advising Directors & Assistant Directors
Application/Degree Clearance
9. Incomplete/Extension Request/Extension of James Murphy, Ian Lawrence, University Advising
IP Grade Directors & Assistant Directors
James Murphy, Ian Lawrence, University Advising
10. Individual Study Form
Directors & Assistant Directors
11. Joint Degrees Application University Advising Directors & Assistant Directors

12. Joint Degrees Withdrawal Form University Advising Directors, University Advising
Assistant Directors
University Advising Directors & Assistant Directors,
13. Reactivation Application
University Advising Managers
University Advising Directors & Assistant Directors,
14. Readmission Application
University Advising Managers
15. SAP Appeal University Advising Directors & Assistant Directors
16. Transfer Credit Evaluation University Advising Directors & Assistant Directors

17. Transfer of Program Application University Advising Directors & Assistant Directors,
University Advising Managers
18. Withdrawal from University Form University Advising Directors, University Advising
Assistant Directors
19. JD Petitions Phyllis Richardson, Lori Hurley



Approved by Dean/Designee ______________________________ Date ___________________














Updated 9.26.2016 University Advising


Master of Arts in Law Concentrations


2014-2015 2015-2016 2016-2017 2017-2018
Concentrations Concentrations Concentrations Concentrations
Business & Commercial Business & Commercial
Law Law Business Business
Business Management Business Management

Criminal Justice Criminal Justice Criminal Justice Criminal Justice
Human Resources Human Resources Human Resources Human Resources
Management Management Management Management
Non-Profit Management Non-Profit Management Non-Profit Management Non-Profit Management
National Security National Security National Security National Security

General Legal Studies General Legal Studies General Legal Studies
Human Rights Human Rights Human Rights
*Wealth Management & *Wealth Management & *Wealth Management &
Financial Planning Financial Planning Financial Planning

Administrative and Regulatory Compliance
Regulatory Law

Mediation Mediation
Litigation
Rule of Law
Development



*Certified Financial Planner (CFP ) program is designed to help students attain
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eligibility to take the CFP Certification Examination and attain an academic credential


WEALTH MANAGEMENT & FINANCIAL PLANNING ON DEGREEWORKS


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