Adopted by the Faculty, May 2018
Upon completing their education at the University of Missouri School of Law, graduates will be able to:
- Demonstrate foundational knowledge and understanding of substantive and procedural law.
Students demonstrate they have met this outcome by:- Identifying and applying foundational concepts in a variety of areas of legal practice;
- Grasping the organization, hierarchy, and relationships of legal systems;
- Identifying the sources of law, the ways they relate to one another, and how the law evolves.
- Demonstrate the ability to employ legal analysis, legal reasoning, factual development, problem-solving skills, and communication skills.
Students demonstrate they have met this outcome by:- Identifying relevant legal issues raised by clients’ legal matters;
- Drawing appropriate conclusions based on the facts, taking into account clients’ interests, goals, and objectives;
- Preparing a variety of legal documents;
- Writing in a clear, concise, effective, and persuasive manner;
- Making persuasive oral arguments and presentations.
- Fulfill professional and ethical responsibilities to clients and the legal system.
Students demonstrate they have met this outcome by:- Identifying the goals, structures, values, and responsibilities of the legal profession;
- Identifying and applying rules of professional conduct for attorneys;
- Explaining the basis for making good strategic and ethical judgments.
- Develop the ability to act as leaders in the profession, in our state, and in promoting justice.
Students may demonstrate they have met this outcome in multiple ways, including by:- Taking leadership and meaningful supportive roles in student organizations;
- Appreciating the importance of continued education on legal matters of public importance;
- Getting involved in public service activities and projects, both law- and non-law related;
- Participating in local, regional, national, and/or international legal institutions, such as bar organizations.
- Being able to discuss issues and legal matters of public importance with respect for colleagues and others.