LEADERSHIP PROGRAM

Villanova is where lawyers lead.

And Villanova lawyers can be found everywhere. From international law firms to government agencies, from nonprofit organizations to major corporations, our graduates are not only practicing law, but leading. 

Whether acting as chief counsel, serving as executive director, or as an associate, law graduates are stepping up to the task by managing projects, leading teams and making strategic decisions.

These varied roles require skills that go beyond a traditional legal education. Employers increasingly seek lawyers who possess emotional intelligence, social awareness and cultural awareness—all characteristics needed to succeed in practice. While the common assumption had been that leaders are born, not made, current research shows that leadership competencies can be taught and learned through education, awareness and practice.

At Villanova Law, we are dedicated to identifying, fostering and developing these critical skills in our students through specific initiatives at the intersection of law and leadership.