ASU Law Talks

ASU Law Talks

ASU Law Talks is a resource from the Sandra Day O’Connor College of Law at Arizona State University where ASU Law faculty and staff share their expertise on law, legal education and the legal profession. 

Explore practical answers to common questions about law school admissions, the JD experience, legal master’s degrees, career paths, areas of legal practice and emerging issues shaping the profession. Whether you are considering law school, advancing your career or simply looking to better understand the law, ASU Law Talks connects you with knowledgeable perspectives and actionable guidance from experts across ASU Law.

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Learn how ASU Law’s Master of Legal Studies helps professionals apply legal education immediately at work while supporting long-term career goals through high-ROI, career-aligned emphases.

Federal policy affecting Tribal Nations is accelerating rapidly, with a surge in legislation, executive orders and AI-driven agency changes raising concerns about sovereignty, consultation and access to critical services – prompting Tribal leaders to prepare and strategize at the 2026 Wiring the Rez conference.