Bloomberg Law Honors Law in Practice for Overall Excellence in Practical  Skills Training for the Second Year in a Row

Adjunct Professor Imani Jaafar wasn’t surprised to learn that the Law in Practice (LiP) course at Minnesota Law earned national recognition from Bloomberg Law for the second year running. In her four years as an adjunct professor for the class, Jaafar has witnessed its innovative approach to teaching 1Ls the day-to-day skills they will need to practice law.

“You really get to see students grow right in front of you,” says Jaafar, a lead compliance governance consultant at Target Corporation. “You see them find their own voice and learn how they will present themselves as a lawyer. It really builds confidence.”

Jaafar has been an adjunct professor for 15 years, teaching a variety of courses. She observes that LiP truly stands out for its approach to helping students master the art of being a lawyer. Students work on two simulated cases during the semester—one litigation and one transactional—that steer them through typical case development, from client interview to deposition to chambers conference or mediation.

Bloomberg Law started its Law School Innovation Program in 2023 and named Law in Practice to its first class of winners. It recognized LiP as one of ten honorees in its “Innovation & Experience” category. This year, Bloomberg highlighted innovative law schools that prioritize practical skills development, selecting LiP as one of 12 overall honorees who excel at innovation in legal education. Bloomberg specifically recognized LiP as a top leader in pedagogy for its unique methods to advance instruction for all students. 

Read the full article in the digital edition of Minnesota Law magazine