Boston,
MA,
United States
Type
Private
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
Juris Doctor - Bankruptcy in Boston United States | Suffolk University
Suffolk University
|
Boston United States
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Qualification
Juris Doctor
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
56,460
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
36 months
Exceptional attorneys require advanced practical abilities to thrive in today's fast-evolving legal landscape. Suffolk Law equips students with contemporary knowledge and competencies for the modern era. Recognized by PreLaw Magazine as one of the Top 20 Most Innovative Law Schools, Suffolk Law has also earned the National Jurist Magazine's top ranking for legal tech programs nationwide for two consecutive years.
As specialization becomes increasingly crucial, Suffolk Law provides diverse academic concentrations alongside hands-on learning experiences through clinical programs and internships, complemented by professional mentorship for a truly transformative education. The juris doctor program at Suffolk University fulfills the educational prerequisites for bar examination eligibility across all 50 states and Washington D.C.
Suffolk University Law School's educational objectives outline the essential knowledge, abilities, and principles students should acquire by graduation, reflecting the institution's dedication to delivering outstanding legal education while promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Bankruptcy law practice centers on managing debtor/creditor relationships and associated party rights under the Bankruptcy Code. Practitioners in this field must employ both transactional expertise and litigation capabilities. Bankruptcy serves as a federally regulated dispute resolution mechanism where debtors restructure or eliminate debts following legally established priorities. Attorneys specializing in bankruptcy advocate for either debtors or creditors throughout these proceedings.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
Applicants are required to take either the Law School Admission Test (LSAT), the Graduate Record Exam (GRE), or the JD-Next Exam.
Transcripts and Recommendations - You'll need to submit all college and graduate school transcripts and at least two letters of recommendation through LSAC's Credential Assembly Service (CAS). You must register for this service separately. Letters of recommendation must be sent through LSAC. Letters will not be accepted if sent directly to the Office of Law Admission.
Resume - Applicants are required to submit an updated resume with their application. Upload your resume as part of the LSAC.org application to Suffolk Law School. Any gaps in employment or education should be noted and explained in a separate addendum submitted with the personal statement.
Personal Statement - Upload your personal statement (essay) as part of the LSAC application to Suffolk Law School.
Letter of Recommendation - Submit at least two letters of recommendation (no more than three) through LSAC's Credential Assembly Service (CAS). A recommendation should come from a college professor if you have graduated from college within the past three years. If you have been out of school longer than three years, your recommendation may come from a professional source. Letters of recommendation should never come from family member or friends. Letters of recommendation must be sent through LSAC. Letters will not be accepted if sent directly to the Office of Law Admission.
Official Academic Transcript -Register for LSAC's Credential Assembly Service (CAS). You must register for this service separately. This service authenticates all transcripts and recommendations. This is also how we receive your LSAT score(s). You must submit transcripts for all collegiate, graduate and professional study. This is also how we receive your LSAT score(s). Official copies of transcripts for all collegiate, graduate and professional study by the applicant must be sent directly to LSAC from the college or graduate school. Applicants who are still attending an undergraduate institution should submit all transcripts up to the most recent semester completed. All new students must provide a final transcript evidencing a bachelor's degree conferred. This is an ABA requirement.
Although the Law School considers each application in its entirety, applicants with the highest likelihood of admission to the Law School will have attained a score of at least 80 (internet based) or a score of 6.5 on IELTS.
Transcripts and Recommendations - You'll need to submit all college and graduate school transcripts and at least two letters of recommendation through LSAC's Credential Assembly Service (CAS). You must register for this service separately. Letters of recommendation must be sent through LSAC. Letters will not be accepted if sent directly to the Office of Law Admission.
Resume - Applicants are required to submit an updated resume with their application. Upload your resume as part of the LSAC.org application to Suffolk Law School. Any gaps in employment or education should be noted and explained in a separate addendum submitted with the personal statement.
Personal Statement - Upload your personal statement (essay) as part of the LSAC application to Suffolk Law School.
Letter of Recommendation - Submit at least two letters of recommendation (no more than three) through LSAC's Credential Assembly Service (CAS). A recommendation should come from a college professor if you have graduated from college within the past three years. If you have been out of school longer than three years, your recommendation may come from a professional source. Letters of recommendation should never come from family member or friends. Letters of recommendation must be sent through LSAC. Letters will not be accepted if sent directly to the Office of Law Admission.
Official Academic Transcript -Register for LSAC's Credential Assembly Service (CAS). You must register for this service separately. This service authenticates all transcripts and recommendations. This is also how we receive your LSAT score(s). You must submit transcripts for all collegiate, graduate and professional study. This is also how we receive your LSAT score(s). Official copies of transcripts for all collegiate, graduate and professional study by the applicant must be sent directly to LSAC from the college or graduate school. Applicants who are still attending an undergraduate institution should submit all transcripts up to the most recent semester completed. All new students must provide a final transcript evidencing a bachelor's degree conferred. This is an ABA requirement.
Although the Law School considers each application in its entirety, applicants with the highest likelihood of admission to the Law School will have attained a score of at least 80 (internet based) or a score of 6.5 on IELTS.
Tuition
USD
56,460