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Legal Academy (New Visions)

Class is in session! Students will expand their knowledge of the law and begin their journey towards a career in the legal field. Students can get real-world in experience in a variety of settings to decide where they want to take their legal career.
 

1 Year Program
In Partnership with Canisius College and the University at Buffalo

About the Program

Legal Academy gives honors-level seniors the opportunity to experience criminal justice and law-related fields while on campus at Canisius College. Students will also develop a network of professional connections through extensive field experiences across Western New York.  Students will learn the foundations of law and the legal system, develop a network of professional connections through field experiences, and complete internships in political offices, courts, law offices, and more. Topics of study include criminal, family, and consumer law, lawmaking, torts, policing, freedoms and individual rights, and contemporary issues in law.

College Agreements
  • Universal Technical Institute
Additional Information

High School Credits

  • English 12 (1 Credit)
  • Participation in Government (.5 Credit)
  • Economics (.5 Credit)
  • Internship (1 Credit)
  • Legal Academy (1 Credit)

Application Process

Learn How to Apply Here!

More Information

Kimberly Biniasz, Assistant Principal

E1B Potter Career Center

705 Potters Road

West Seneca, New York 14224

Contact Information

Principal 

Lucas Vogel

Phone: (716) 821-7331

Email LUCAS VOGEL

Assistant Principal
Kimberly Biniasz

Phone: (716) 821-7259

Kimberly Biniasz

Instructor
Jennifer Steiner

Phone: (716) 821-7331

Email JENNIFER STEINER

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