Dean's Message

A MESSAGE FROM THE DEAN
J. Michael Johnson, Esq.

Louisiana College Law School Dean J. Michael Johnson, Esq.

 

“Statesmen, my dear Sir, may plan and speculate for liberty,
but it is religion and morality alone, which can establish
the principles upon which freedom can securely stand.
The only foundation of a free Constitution is pure virtue.”

- John Adams, June 21, 1776
 

There may never have been a greater need for good men and women to enter the legal profession.  The law is a high and noble calling, and attorneys are provided a unique platform to pursue truth, serve society, and influence the culture.  America needs its next generation of conscientious lawyers and leaders to embrace this responsibility, and enter the practice not just to make a living—but to make a difference.         

The mission of the Louisiana College School of Law will be to train, equip and empower that next generation. A roster of enthusiastic and highly respected faculty and administrators, combined with the latest forms of technology and innovation, will enable us to offer a superior program of legal education that is centered upon time-honored tradition.  

Our law students will benefit from a low student to faculty ratio, and the dedication and accessibility of full-time and adjunct professors, including judges and attorneys who are well-known leaders in their respective fields.  Clinical and internship programs will enhance a well-rounded education, and our rigorous curriculum will be specifically designed to train every student in the practical skills of lawyering.  Graduates will be prepared not only to provide exceptional service to their clients, but solid leadership to their communities.

The Louisiana College School of Law motto, “Unchanging Foundations,” acknowledges the importance of transcendent truth, the deeply embedded moral and religious heritage of our nation, and the rule of law.  If liberty is to be preserved, those foundations must once again be understood and embraced.   

Our board and administration are thankful for the enthusiastic support we have received in this endeavor, and we look forward with great anticipation as we continue the exciting preparations for our Fall 2013 inaugural class and the accreditation process.  

Thank you for your interest, and welcome to the Louisiana College School of Law.    

J. Michael Johnson, Esq.
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