MSL Grad Secures “Dream Job” in Legal Operations

Posted on December 16, 2024December 16, 2024 by MSL Program Leave a comment

When Staci Treolo moved into the legal operations department at a Fortune 500 company, she knew she had found the right fit: The combination of project management and intellectually stimulating topics made the most of her background and interests. Before long, she was seeking out ways to advance in this relatively new specialization. For her, the Master of Science in Law (MSL) at Northwestern Pritzker School of Law stood out for what it offered and how it was structured.

Student Perspectives on the MSL’s Novel Legal Education

Posted on November 11, 2024November 13, 2024 by MSL Program Leave a comment

Allie Walton MSL alumna and Ashley Lim MSL part time student

Each month, the MSL holds an information session for prospective applicants. We like to include current students and alumni; they provide the very valuable first-person perspective on what it is really like to be a student in the MSL degree program. At a recent Information Session, we were very fortunate to be joined by two great members of the MSL community: Allie Walton, an alum of the full-time format, and Ashley Lim, a current part-time student.

Beyond Chevron: Northwestern MSL Panel Explores New Era of Administrative Law

Posted on October 17, 2024 by MSL Program Leave a comment

Moderator and panelists at future of regulation event

On October 7, the Northwestern Master of Science in Law program convened an expert panel to discuss “The Future of Regulation and Administrative Law in the US.” The panel delved into the current state of the law by discussing the spate of recent Supreme Court decisions involving administrative agencies and regulatory policy – especially the […]

Dujon Smith (MSL ’22) Now a Triple Threat, Thanks to Northwestern’s MSL Degree

Posted on October 9, 2024October 9, 2024 by MSL Program Leave a comment

Entrepreneur and business consultant Dujon Smith (MSL ’22) had already worked in and traveled to dozens of countries, with stints at two international consultancies, when he decided to pursue a post-graduate degree to round out his experience. Though a traditional MBA might have seemed the right fit for Smith, who is Global Investment Lead for […]

6th MSL Symposium Evolves to Include Alumni

Posted on August 7, 2024August 8, 2024 by Kelly Zimmerman Leave a comment

Alumni Dr. Charles "Chuck" Frank introduces a presentation during the 6th Annual Symposium.

Alumni remain connected to the MSL program and return to share presentations at the annual Symposium.

MSL’s 10th Anniversary Trip to China

Posted on July 15, 2024July 15, 2024 by Leslie Oster, Director Leave a comment

An artistic illustration featuring a traditional East Asian pagoda in the foreground with a modern city skyline in the background. The image is predominantly purple and includes text celebrating '10 years Master of Science in Law Northwestern Pritzker School of Law' at the top center, over a large, glowing sun.

Shortly before Covid hit with full force in the Spring of 2020, Evan started saying that we needed to take a trip to China to visit our beloved MSL alums, to engage with our partner at Fudan University in Shanghai, and to explore opportunities for additional partnerships. Our last trip to China was in 2018, […]

Interdisciplinary Career Insights to Get Your Wheels Turning

Posted on June 24, 2024June 24, 2024 by MSL Program Leave a comment

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At its biannual Industry Associates Night, the Master of Science in Law (MSL) brought together a diverse group of panelists who are using their MSL knowledge in a variety of interesting positions.

MSL Class of 2024 Leaves Its Mark on Pritzker Law

Posted on May 17, 2024May 21, 2024 by Kelly Zimmerman Leave a comment

Three MSLs in their cap and gowns waiting to walk for graduation

This year’s graduating class has thoroughly involved themselves with the Pritzker Law and broader Northwestern and Chicago communities. Learn how the 88 graduates of the 10th graduating class have built their legacy.

New Marketing Analytics Class Showcases the Impact and Legal Implications of Data Usage

Posted on April 4, 2024April 5, 2024 by Kelly Zimmerman Leave a comment

Business people, data analysis with tablet and paperwork, hands with online review in meeting and team with market research. Statistics, analytics dashboard and digital infographic with collaboration.

Marketing, business, and the law. While these concepts may all seem far apart in terms of how they relate to one another, MSL Adjunct Professor Ejede Okogbo will tell you this is far from the truth, especially if you’re trying to take a product to market. Okogbo is currently the senior director of marketing analytics […]

MSLs Make Their Mark

Posted on February 26, 2024February 28, 2024 by MSL Program Leave a comment

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From energy to emergency services, entrepreneurship to AI, MSL graduates are making an impact in countless industries. This article highlights recent achievements of several MSL graduates, providing a glimpse into the various ways our alumni are using their degrees to innovate in their fields.