La Trobe University Juris Doctor Overview

Harness the power of justice.  Our society needs expert legal professionals who are passionate about creating a fairer world.   This is your time to step up – and with La Trobe’s Juris Doctor, you’ll gain a truly global perspective on law. Learn from our expert academics when you enter our progressive and highly respected law school.

This course is designed for students with a Bachelor’s degree in any discipline – so it’s perfect for anyone looking to start a career in law with a qualification that opens doors in the industry.

Get a strong foundation in the core elements of law and explore the key principles of legal practice in Australia. Access valuable career opportunities, such as work placements and networking events. Pursue your interests and develop specialist knowledge through our wide range of law electives, including subjects exploring commercial, environmental, health, human rights, and international law.

You won’t just benefit from our state-of-the-art facilities and highly personalized study experience. With our 25-year history of educating legal practitioners, you’ll graduate as a member of our extensive alumni network – so your professional network could include barristers, solicitors, magistrates, judges and in-house legal counsel for major global organizations.

Our Juris Doctor provides the academic requirements you need to apply for admission to practice law in Victoria. The course also gives you the necessary foundations to practice law internationally.

What Attracts Canadians to La Trobe University Law School in Australia

La Trobe University’s Law School offers an innovative and high-quality legal education. There is a strong commitment to social justice, interdisciplinary enquiry, an international perspective and practical experience that links learning with legal practice. Students will be prepared for employment in a global legal economy. Study the law in its broad social, political and economic context at La Trobe’s Law School in Australia. Students will develop analytical, problem-solving and critical research skills.

Professional Recognition in Canada

La Trobe University’s Juris Doctor includes all the subjects required by the Victorian Council of Legal Education to qualify for admission to legal practice in the Australian Sate of Victoria.

Graduates of La Trobe University’s Juris Doctor are eligible to apply for licensing in Canada; however, it is critical students understand the requirements needed to complete this process before licensing will be granted.

KOM Consultants understand the process and requirements needed to enter the legal profession in Canada. Contact KOM Consultants for more information

All students applying directly through KOM Consultants will be supported with the latest information on the accreditation process.