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The Juris Doctor (J.D.) serves as a professional graduate degree and the foundational credential for legal practice in the U.S. Temple University offers this degree through a three-year full-time track or a four-year part-time evening program. The J.D. curriculum at Temple equips students with essential legal knowledge, practical abilities, hands-on training, and professional development for successful law careers. Through early hands-on courses like Litigation Fundamentals and Transactional Skills Primer, students gain practical experience shortly after beginning their studies. The renowned Legal Research and Writing curriculum fosters the exceptional practical abilities that distinguish Temple alumni. With comprehensive offerings in theory, practice, and blended learning - all taught by distinguished faculty - Temple guarantees every student receives top-tier legal training regardless of their specialization interests.