Jacksonville University College of Law

Ready to shape the future of law? The Jacksonville University College of Law is officially accepting applications for the 2026 academic year! This fall, we welcomed our largest incoming class yet – 70 passionate and driven students are now part of our thriving legal community. We're proud of the momentum and excited about what is ahead.

Our building feels a little fuller this year, and it is buzzing with more activity than ever. We love having all our students back on campus! Read more about our latest class here.

Jacksonville University College of Law doubles student body The Jacksonville University College of Law welcomed its fourth class of first-year law students on August 8, adding 72 new students to the school and more than doubling the size of its student body to 135 total students. “We’ve got a full house now. We’ve got more space to grow, but it’s rea...

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The Class of 2028 has already impressed us so much, and we can't wait to see all they accomplish in law school!

The most wonderful time of the year – 1L Orientation! Our new students are getting settled into their new law school home, and we can't wait for what the rest of the week has in store. 🙌🐬

If you've ever wondered what it is like to be among the first at your law school to study for and take the Bar exam, Dean Nick Allard's column in The Florida Bar Journal shares insight into the process.

JU College of Law’s first grads prepare for and take the bar exam “Well, how was I supposed to know he’d turn out to be Leonard Bernstein?” That was Sam Bernstein’s witty defense when a journalist asked whether the rumor was true that he refused to pay for his son’s music lessons because he wanted Leonard, the legendary pianist, mae...

Best of luck to the Class of 2025, who are all sitting for the Bar Exam tomorrow and Wednesday. We know you have studied hard and prepared well – you've got this! Share any words of wisdom or encouragement to our inaugural exam takers in the comments below!

Professor Nathan Richardson joins Politics & Power on WJXT News4JAX to explore how the conservative shift in the Supreme Court is affecting key legal decisions across the nation. Watch him, alongside Public Policy Institute Executive Director Rick Mullaney, at the link below.

Politics & Power: How far can President Trump stretch legal boundaries? The real test is yet to come It is hardly arguable that President Donald Trump is very willing to test legal boundaries. The conservative majority on the Supreme Court seems to be giving...

Congratulations to rising 2Ls Emily Frick, Taylor Deckard and MacKenzie Anderson, who were selected to participate in the Business Law Section of the Florida Bar Scholars Program for 2025! The program selects from law students across the state and beyond, and we're proud to have these three exceptional students represent JU Law.

Read more: https://flabizlaw.org/about-us/scholars/

While it was an incredible challenge for Alex Wicks '25 to face during law school, he says that his son's journey gave him a new perspective that he may not have had otherwise.

Alex Wicks ’25 Reflects On Unconventional, Challenging Path Through Law School The latest news from Jacksonville University.

We're honored to be the first in the nation to host the ABA's exhibit, “250 Years of Independence: Fortifying America’s Commitment to Democracy for All.” Now in our first floor windows in downtown Jacksonville, the exhibit features original texts and rare images exploring the evolution of American democracy and the vital role of law in shaping our nation. Come take a look the next time you're downtown!

This past week, rising 3Ls Marisa van der Zee and Morgan Miner traveled to Boca Raton to represent JU Law at the Robert Orseck Moot Court Competition, held annually at the Florida Bar Convention. This is JU Law's second appearance in the competition. Marisa and Morgan spent countless hours preparing, and received high praise from judges for their preparedness and professionalism. Thank you to Lead Coach Curtis Campbell, an attorney with Jimerson Birr, for his time and effort in preparing our Moot Court team for competition! ⚖🎉

Mackenzie Anderson is a rising 2L who attended the University of North Florida, where she majored in criminal justice and minored in psychology. Now at the College of Law, Mackenzie is actively involved in campus life—serving as Internal Vice President of JU’s Student Bar Association and Vice President of the Jacksonville Women Lawyers Association student chapter. She’s also a member of Law Review and the Moot Court Practice Team.

Mackenzie chose JU Law for the opportunity to be part of a new program in a vibrant city she wanted to explore more deeply. “I like law school because I meet a lot of different people with individualized walks of life that all want to learn and strive to succeed in life. Being at JU, I feel the teachers genuinely want you to succeed and learn and do better, and that is such a positive environment to be in that even when everything isn’t amazing, I am eager to do my best.”