North Carolina Law Schools Key Terms

Learn key terms associated with North Carolina law schools

By Sherry Grant

When looking for a law school in North Carolina there are many reputable universities to consider. Duke University Law School, UNC Law School and The Charlotte School of Law are just a few of the varied choices in law education. When researching a career in law school that will help to achieve the professional and business goals desired, look for admission requirements, law school rankings and whether or not the school is ABA accredited.

Elon University

Elon University School of Law is situatued in the Piedmont area of North Carolina.
Try: For more information go to the Elon University website.

Dual degree programs

Dual degrees are offered at UNC in conjunction with various other schools and departments at UNC and Duke. Students must be admitted to both law schools and must be aware of the requirements for each degree on a current and individual basis. Credits can only be given toward the J.D. for courses taken after a student has enrolled in law school.
Try: UNC School of Law describes the dual degree programs offered to law students and the requirements for each program.

Queen City Scholars Program

The Queen City Scholars Program is a merit scholarship program for prospective law students with four levels of recognition. The four levels of scholarship achievement are: The Bryant Park Scholar, The Dilworth Scholar, The Fourth Ward Scholar and the Charlotte Scholar.
Try: The Charlotte School of Law in North Carolina gives detailed information about its Queen City Scholars program as well as additional available scholarships to upcoming law students.

Pro Bono Pledge

At Duke University in North Carolina, students are given the option of signing the Pro Bono Pledge. Under the pledge, students commit to a minimum of 50 hours of law-related community service, including pro bono or clinic field work, during law school. Pro Bono field work connects students with attorneys working in non-profit, private pro bono practices and governmental organizations. Duke law students contribute to public service, network with law contacts and organizations while sharpening their legal and professional skills.
Try: Duke Law describes the Pro Bono Pledge and the stipulations concerning the pledge.

Criminal Litigation Clinic

The Criminal Litigation Clinic at NC Central is one of the program's most favored clinics. It provides students with an opportunity to represent individuals charged with crimes, and to protect victims' rights. Law students gain valuable skills while assisting public defenders and district attorneys with their heavy caseloads.
Try: North Carolina Central University School of Law gives an overview of the structure, defense and requirements of the Criminal Litigation Clinic program.

Community Law and Business Clinic

The Wake Forest Community Law and Business Clinic in North Carolina is a new program that focuses on assisting students in developing the skills they will need to practice in complex regulatory and legal environments they will eventually confront as law professionals.
Try: Wake Forest University School of Law offers its first year of clinical practice in Community Law and Business to its law students.