Juris Doctor

Our three-year law degree (JD) focuses on three mandates: Aboriginal and Indigenous Law, Natural Resources and Environmental Law and SoleSmall Town Practice with the Integrated Practice Curriculum (IPC). We blend the study of legal doctrine with the hands-on learning of practical skills. Unlike other law schools, our law graduates are exempted from the articling requirement as a result of the integrated practical skills in all three years of our legal program. Law graduates may immediately sit for the bar exams and enter the legal profession practice-ready. The Bora Laskin Faculty of Law was a collaborative effort in Thunder Bay to serve the northern Ontario region and providing access to justice in our region.

1. Academic Record. You must successfully complete a minimum of 3 years of full-time undergraduate studies at a recognized university to be considered for admission (unless applying under the Mature Category). Preference is given to those with a 4-year undergraduate degree. You may apply in the third or final year of your undergraduate degree program. You must submit official transcripts for all postsecondary institutions attended.2. LSAT Score. You are required to take the Law School Admissions Test (LSAT), which is administered several times throughout the through the Law School Admissions Council (LSAC). If you write the LSAT more than once, the highest test result reported by the Law School Admission Council in the year you apply will be used for admission3. Personal Statement The Personal Statement provides you with the opportunity to discuss your strengths, capabilities and achievements that distinguish you as a desirable applicant. If applying to the 1L Online Intensive, there is a required extra submission.4. References. You must provide at least 2 letters of reference. Two academic references are preferred, but applicants may provide one academic and one non-academic (unless applying under Mature category).5. Autobiographical Sketch. A snapshot of your work and volunteer experience, research, extra-curricular involvement and any awards or accomplishments. 6. Supporting documentation where necessary (Indigenous, Equity, Diversity, Inclusion & Accessibility (EDIA), and Mature applicant categories)