Jeanin Alvarado chose GGU’s Hybrid JD Flex program over every competitive program in the state – because it had precisely what she needed in a JD program.  Jeanin earned her BA in Finance from California State University, Long Beach, but knew she wanted to pursue careers other than typical investment banking. After graduation, however, she

The U.S government reported that nearly 30 percent of all U.S. jobs are directly or indirectly attributable to the IP-intensive industries. Intellectual property and its protection is a key driver in our economy.  Intellectual property encompasses privacy, innovation, artistic expression, and brands. When this field reaches so many industries such as patent, trademark, copyright, trade

The intersection of law and justice has existed since the beginning of the practice of law. The symbol of law is the scales of justice. The scales represent fairness in court cases. The symbol also serves as a reminder that there are two sides to every story, and Lady Justice carefully “weighs” the claims of

Anna Benvenue is an Associate Professor at GGU Law where she teaches Civil Procedure. She is also the Director of JD Flex, an innovative hybrid online J.D. program that allows students to earn their J.D. Online and in-person. Prior to joining the faculty at GGU Law, Professor Benvenue spent more than a decade as a

When you are deciding what law school to attend, there are many factors to consider, such as Location Tuition Faculty  Alumni network Specialties offered These are not the only factors, though. Another important factor you must consider is diversity amongst law students. Golden Gate University is one of the most diverse law schools in the

Every educational journey is different. Law school, regardless of when it happens, is a huge commitment. It takes a lot of time, energy, and resources. This occurs whether you are a full-time student without job commitments, or if you choose to attend part-time. In today’s world, technology paves a path that was never possible before.

Often, networking is an important aspect of one’s professional career. In the legal world, this is definitely the case. There are a variety of professional networks that exist, based on factors such as location and practice area. Networking allows you to make connections that can help you in your career – whether it is in