Health and well-being
The law school is here to help you thrive by strengthening your well-being and equipping you to navigate challenges. Through a range of resources and programs, we foster resilience and personal growth, and cultivate a strong sense of community, so you feel supported every step of the way.
As a Jackman Law student, you can access support from Accessibility Services to help navigate any disability-related barriers to your academic success. If you have a documented illness or disability, registering with them gives you access to a wide range of supports like learning assessments, adaptive technology, exam accommodations, note-taking services, and more. You can also connect with your On-Location Accessibility Advisor for personalized support related to physical or mental health concerns.
Advising and mentorship
As a law student, you have access to a variety of mentorship programs. Our Peer Mentorship Program (PMP) connects first-year students with upper-year mentors for both academic and non-academic guidance, and our Alumni-Student Mentorship Program connects you with Jackman Law alumni working in a variety of legal fields. These programs offer valuable opportunities for both you and your mentor to grow personally and professionally.
Student services
We strive to create a student-centered environment that supports transformative learning and fosters a strong sense of community. Our goal is for you to thrive in every aspect of your experience at Jackman Law. Beyond the classroom, we want you to find mentorship, leadership, and wellness supports that help you navigate the demands of law school and prepare you for impactful careers in the legal profession and beyond.
Explore the City of Toronto
Toronto is one of the most vibrant cities in the world, offering a remarkable multicultural atmosphere. With a population of over 3 million people, Toronto is the capital of the province of Ontario, the heart of Canada’s legal and business communities, and a thriving cultural and entertainment centre. No matter what you enjoy doing, there is something in Toronto for you.
Our student community
637 Juris Doctor (JD)
Years 1-3 30 Master's (LLM) 150 Global Professional Master of Laws (GPLLM) 27 Doctor of Juridical Science (SJD)
Flexible and customized learning
Whether pursuing undergraduate or graduate degrees, you can customize your experience in terms of courses and overall style of learning – including workshops, lecture series and roundtables with distinguished scholars.
You will also access a wide range of real-world learning opportunities such as:
- Providing legal services to low-income clients
- Working on appellate litigation
- Engaging in human rights advocacy
- Delivering public legal education
- Supporting legal tech startups
World-renowned JD program
Our Juris Doctor program is Canada’s most prestigious law program, offering a rigorous, globally respected curriculum, versatile joint-degree options, and strong career outcomes, while supporting a high-achieving, diverse student body. With a class size of approximately 220, our exceptional JD students experience a transformative world-class education in an intimate and supportive community.
Graduate programs
An international leader in graduate legal education, we offer an interdisciplinary environment for domestic and international students to pursue a rigorous, advanced education in law.
- Doctor of Juridical Science
- Master of Laws
- Master of Studies in Law
- Global Professional Master of Laws