Student/Alumnus Reviews of Schools for This Career and State
Lewis & Clark • Portland, OR
Studying Environmental Law (completion in 2004)
• 9/27/2011
"Lewis & Clark provided an excellent legal education. It also is made up of caring and engaged community members."
Ratings are on a 1-10 scale
| Characteristic | Rating | Comment |
|---|---|---|
| Would Recommend? | yes | If you are looking for a top-ranked environmental law program in a beautiful setting with excellent access to clinical programs and engaged faculty, then Lewis & Clark is a great choice. Portland is a great city for law school, as well! |
| Program Reputation | 10 | As previously mentioned, Lewis & Clark's environmental law program is ranked quite highly. I have found that the foundation I received there has served me very well in my practice. |
| Program Quality | 10 | Lewis & Clark is known to have a strong environmental law program. My practical experience has proven this to be true. |
| Instruction | 10 | The professors at Lewis & Clark were excellent instructors, and the clinical programs provided excellent experience. |
| How Difficult | 6 | Law school is different for each person. Some people find it tougher than others do. |
| Hands-On vs. Bookish | As with most law schools, Lewis & Clark provides clinical opportunities to buttress classroom learning. Environmental, international and animal law all are supported by clinical experiences overseen by seasoned staff. | |
| Schedule Flexibility | 10 | Evening and night classes are provided. Often these classes have excellent professors or instructors, some of whom practice during the day. Summer offerings at Lewis & Clark are also impressive. |
| Academic Facilities | 10 | Lewis & Clark has excellent facilities for studying and supporting law students. Professors were always very accessible. |
| Social Life | 8 | Social experiences at the law school were frequent and fun. There are many interesting people who choose to attend Lewis & Clark and getting to know each other is part of what makes the school so great. |
| Placement Services | 6 | The economy has been tough on newly fledged lawyers. The Career Services Office seems to work hard to help students and alumni out. |
| Alumni Network | 6 | Lewis & Clark keeps in good contact with alumni. We have enjoyed a number of alumni functions in various cities throughout the country. |
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