The academic program at Cardozo School of Law is shaped by our namesake’s abiding belief that legal practice must not only evolve with the times, but also anticipate future needs. Cardozo Law’s combination of stellar academic courses, special programs, and clinics, field clinics and externships meld theory and practice to produce lawyers who are thoroughly trained for tomorrow’s demands. The school offers a rigorous and stimulating curriculum, with a wide range of electives to customize your J.D. degree. You can choose among 10 concentrations all taught by internationally recognized leaders in their fields.