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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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Can I apply to law school without an LSAT?

ASU Law now offers a test-optional JD admissions pathway under ABA accreditation to continue to reduce barriers for students and expand access to justice.

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Can I earn a Juris Doctor part-time and online?

Relocating, leaving a career behind or managing long commutes can make law school feel out of reach. The good news is that yes, you can earn a JD part-time and online.

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What is the difference between a Juris Doctor and a legal master's degree?

Learn the key differences between a Juris Doctor and legal master’s degree at ASU Law, including career goals, admissions, tuition and flexible options like the online JD and MLS emphases.

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ASU Law Talks asks the burning questions regarding legal education and the industry so you don’t have to. Explore ASU Law’s Topic Hubs and start your legal journey today.

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September 21, 2026
What’s the difference between a Master of Legal Studies, Master of Jurisprudence, HR law degree and sports law degree?

Learn how degree names vary and how ASU Law’s legal master’s programs can help professionals build legal knowledge without earning a JD.

September 7, 2026
How can I tell if a law school has a strong legal writing program?

Learn how to evaluate a law school’s legal writing program and see how ASU Law’s No. 1-ranked program builds practical research and writing skills.

August 24, 2026
What is the best way to keep up with ASU Law news?

Subscribe to The LENS, ASU Law’s monthly newsletter for legal education news, scholarship, events, stories and community updates.

August 3, 2026
What should currently enrolled law students know about the impact of the federal financial aid changes?

Learn how federal financial aid changes affect current ASU Law students, including legacy protection, loan limits, part-time enrollment and repayment options.

July 27, 2026
Why did ASU Law create a legal master’s in health care now?

Learn why ASU Law created the MLS in Health Care Compliance and Administration to meet growing regulatory, workforce and leadership needs in health care.

July 24, 2026
One Big Beautiful Bill Act explained: What future law students need to know about financial aid

Graduate and professional student financing is changing for students beginning studies in fall 2026 or later. Here is what future law students need to know to plan for financing their legal education.

July 13, 2026
How is ASU the most innovative law school in the nation?

Discover why ASU Law is recognized as a leader in legal education innovation through its online JD program, AI and Legal Tech Studio, new health law master's degree and commitment to expanding access to justice.

June 29, 2026
What should I do the summer before starting law school?

Wondering how to prepare for law school? ASU Law Director of Academic Success Alyssa Dragnich shares practical advice on what to do the summer before your 1L year, from building reading and typing skills to developing healthy habits and arriving ready to succeed.

June 15, 2026
How can health care professionals build legal and leadership expertise without becoming lawyers?

Explore ASU Law’s new Master of Legal Studies in Health Care Compliance and Administration (MLS Health), an online graduate degree designed for health care professionals seeking expertise in compliance, administration, privacy and health care leadership without becoming lawyers.

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