Legal Academy (New Visions)
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
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
Assistant Principal
Kimberly Biniasz
Phone: (716) 821-7259
Instructor
Jennifer Steiner
Phone: (716) 821-7331
Frequently Asked Questions
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