Message from Dean

Barry Palatnik, Ed.D

Assistant Professor

Short Names: SOL, Law School, Legal Studies

Year of Establishment

Established in 1997, the School of Law was founded to strengthen legal education, promote justice, and develop professionals capable of upholding the rule of law and human rights.

About the School

The School of Law provides comprehensive legal education aimed at developing competent professionals who contribute to justice and the rule of law. It equips students with strong analytical, research, and advocacy skills essential for legal practice. The School plays a critical role in strengthening legal institutions and promoting human rights in society. Students are exposed to both theoretical and practical aspects of law, including court procedures and legal writing. The curriculum addresses national and international legal frameworks, ensuring graduates are versatile and competitive. The School also promotes ethics, integrity, and professionalism. Graduates pursue careers as lawyers, judges, legal advisors, and policymakers. The School contributes significantly to justice, governance, and peacebuilding in South Sudan.

Specializations You Would Acquire

Criminal Law, Civil Law, Constitutional Law, International Law, Human Rights Law, Commercial Law, Environmental Law, Legal Research, Advocacy, Legal Drafting, Litigation, Alternative Dispute Resolution, and Legal Ethics.

Why Choose this School 

The School offers strong legal training with practical exposure to courts and legal systems. It prepares students to become ethical and competent legal professionals capable of promoting justice, protecting rights, and strengthening legal institutions.

Mission

To provide quality legal education and training that equips students with knowledge, skills, and ethical values necessary to uphold justice, promote rule of law, protect human rights, and contribute to the development of strong legal institutions.

Vision

To be a center of excellence in legal education and research, producing highly competent professionals committed to justice, human rights, and the rule of law while strengthening legal systems nationally and internationally.

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