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MSDR | Master of Science in Dispute Resolution

A rigorous and challenging program designed for individuals interested in the practice of law in the state of California

CALSOUTHERN ALUMNI - Watch interviews with our graduates

Stephanie Jimenez - Juris Doctor (JD), '17

Stephanie Jimenez discusses her learning experience at CalSouthern's School of Law.

Donovan McFarlane, MSL '14

Donavan McFarlane teaches a variety of business courses at the collegiate level. His Master of Science in Law is his third master’s degree.

Trung Do, JD '13

Trung Do discusses how the constant support of his faculty mentors helped him get through CalSouthern's rigorous Juris Doctor program.

David Widmaier, MSL '13

David is a two-time Arizona Judge of the Year and winner of the 2014 CalSouthern Difference Award for his work on and off the bench.

John McGinnis, MSL '13

John McGinnis, who became a professor after retiring from business, discusses the experience of pursuing an advanced degree later in life.

Marla Tauscher, JD '10

Practicing Attorney Marla Tauscher talks about earning her JD online while traveling, and what it was like passing the California Bar Exam.

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