So You Think You Want to Go to Law School?
August 8 @ 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Above, attorney David Conner (third from left) poses with his wife, Erskine alumna Mary Parkinson Conner ’82, Erskine students, and Erskine Professor of Biology and Health Science Dr. Noel Brownlee.
Learn about law school and legal careers with attorney David Conner!
Have you considered applying to law school? Wondered what it takes to succeed in the legal world? Get your questions answered by an experienced attorney!
The Details
When? Saturday, August 8, 2026 | 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Where? Erskine College, Due West, S.C. | Bowie Arts Center auditorium
Who? High schoolers, college students, and community members
How do I sign up? Click the button below. The event is $25 per person (plus service fees). Register by July 31.
What will you learn about? Here's a list of topics!
Session 1: Careers in Law
- Undergraduate Studies
- Law School
- Licensing
- Clerkships/Summer Associates
- Traditional Legal Careers
- Non-Traditional Legal Careers
Session 2: The U.S. Legal System
- Federal
- State
- South Carolina
Session 3: Eight Legal Topics You Study in Law School, Part 1
- Constitutional Law
- Property Law / Transactional Law
- Family Law
- Legal Writing / Legal Skills Development
Session 4: Eight Legal Topics You Study in Law School, Part 2
- Criminal Law
- Torts
- Civil Procedure
- Professionalism / Legal Ethics
Session 5: Career Tips
- How to Succeed in Law School
- How to Succeed with a Law Degree
- Can One Be an Attorney and a Christian?
