Virginia legal education
Law schools, bar exam resources, CLE, and legal education in Virginia.
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Law Schools
ABA-accredited JD programs in Virginia
University of Virginia School of Law
Charlottesville, Virginia — Founded by Thomas Jefferson in 1819 — consistently ranked in the top 10 nationally with a uniquely collegial culture.
William & Mary Law School
Williamsburg, Virginia — The oldest law school in America, founded in 1779 — small class sizes and a commitment to public service.
Washington and Lee University School of Law
Lexington, Virginia — Founded in 1849 — known for its honor system, third-year practicum program, and a strong sense of community.
George Mason University Antonin Scalia Law School
Arlington, Virginia — Located near Washington, D.C. — strengths in law and economics, IP, and cybersecurity law.
University of Richmond School of Law
Richmond, Virginia — Private law school in the state capital — known for IP law, clinical programs, and a strong alumni network in Virginia courts.
Regent University School of Law
Virginia Beach, Virginia — Christian law school offering JD and LLM programs — strengths in public interest law and trial advocacy.
Liberty University School of Law
Lynchburg, Virginia — Christian law school with a focus on constitutional law and religious liberty — lawyering skills program integrated throughout the curriculum.
Appalachian School of Law
Grundy, Virginia — ABA-accredited law school in rural Virginia — committed to serving underrepresented communities in the Appalachian region.
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Paralegal Programs
Accredited paralegal education and certificate programs
Northern Virginia Community College — Paralegal Studies
Annandale, Virginia — ABA-Approved — ABA-approved AAS degree in Paralegal Studies serving the Northern Virginia/D.C. metro area.
Virginia Commonwealth University — Paralegal Program
Richmond, Virginia — ABA-Approved — ABA-approved post-baccalaureate paralegal certificate taught by practicing attorneys.
James Madison University — Paralegal Studies
Harrisonburg, Virginia — ABA-Approved — ABA-approved paralegal certificate through Professional & Continuing Education — taught by practicing attorneys.
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Court Reporter & Captioning Programs
Stenography, digital reporting, and real-time captioning training
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Mediator & ADR Certification
Alternative dispute resolution training and qualified neutral roster
Virginia Department of Dispute Resolution Services
State office overseeing court-connected mediation and ADR services — maintains mediator certification under Virginia Supreme Court guidelines.
Virginia Mediation Network
Statewide organization supporting community mediation centers — training standards and professional development for Virginia mediators.
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Legal Nurse Consulting
Certification programs for RNs providing litigation support
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Notary Public Certification
How to become a notary public in Virginia
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Bar Admission & Exam
Pathways to becoming a licensed attorney in Virginia
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Continuing Legal Education (CLE)
Requirements for licensed Virginia attorneys
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Legal Secretary & Legal Assistant Programs
Certificate and degree programs for legal support professionals
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