University of Hawaii William S. Richardson School of Law

Degrees: Programs of Study

The William S. Richardson School of Law is committed to providing a rich curriculum, with traditional Socratic classroom settings as well as essential clinical experience. With a wide array of courses, workshops, and clinics, students at the Law School have opportunities for externships, supervised field and research projects, and real courtroom experience. 

We offer both a Full-Time and Part-Time Juris Doctor (JD) Program, an Advanced JD (AJD) Program for foreign lawyers, and a Master of Laws (LLM) Program for graduates of both U.S. and foreign law schools. Our dual degree programs provide the opportunity to earn a law degree with a Master of Business Administration (MBA) or Master of Social Work (MSW) degree. The Law School offers JD Certificates in Pacific-Asian Legal Studies, International & Comparative Law, Environmental Law, and Native Hawaiian Law and LLM Specializations in Business & Commercial Law, Conflict Resolution, Criminal Law, Environmental Law and Ocean Law & Policy, International & Comparative Law, and Human Rights. For more information, explore our programs below or download the Student Handbook.

Full-Time JD (Juris Doctor) Part-Time Online JD
Master of Laws (LLM) Advanced JD (AJD)

Centers & Programs: Hands-On Learning

The Law School’s programs have been developed to fit the needs and interests in the state of Hawai‘i as well as our unique position in the Asia-Pacific region. Our Clinical Programs develop students’ professional skills and provide opportunities for engagement with local communities as well as active involvement with international issues.

Begin your journey at Richardson.