John Dooley

If you're looking for an easy J-term class, this isn't it, but it was a great class. The final project is a brief and oral argument in front of Supreme Court Justices, which is hard, but very rewarding. There is a ton of reading to do (usually court decisions, so it's also pretty dense) and the expectation is you come to class able to fully discuss the material. All three instructors are fascinating, and I would recommend for anyone with an interest in law.

If you're looking for an easy J-term class, this isn't it, but it was a great class. The final project is a brief and oral argument in front of Supreme Court Justices, which is hard, but very rewarding. There is a ton of reading to do (usually court decisions, so it's also pretty dense) and the expectation is you come to class able t …Read more

The content within this class is the best of my time at Middlebury. The professors are top tier, knowledgeable, and passionate. The readings are lengthy but interesting. The final is the hardest part because it is arguing at the federal court for a mock trial. I had a lot of fun, got out of my comfort zone, and overall grew my love for the law.