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Legal and Economic Theory Concentration

The Legal and Economic Theory Concentration is designed for law students who want a focused study of law and economic theory that reaches beyond the first year course and general economic discussions incorporated in the rest of the curriculum.

In order to complete the Legal and Economic Theory Concentration, students must complete the following courses:

Courses Credit Hours
Public Choice and Public Law 3
Litigation and Dispute Resolution Theory
or
Proof
3 or 2
Legal and Economic Theory of
Intellectual Property
2
Jurisprudence Seminar or
Readings in Legal Thought Seminar
2 or 1
Comparative Law 3
Perspectives on Regulatory Law or
Legislation
2
Perspectives on the Individual, Family, and Social Institutions or
Family Law (formerly Domestic Relations)
2 or 3