Bringing Entrepreneurship and Law Together
At Villanova Law, we recognize the unique needs of businesses, law firms, individuals and organizations in today's fast-paced world.
Villanova Law is meeting these needs through strategic development and investment in programs that are dedicated to preparing future lawyers and leaders to tackle today’s challenges. Buoyed by a $15 million gift by John F. Scarpa, we have strengthened entrepreneurship programming at every level. Whether their clients are entrepreneurs or organizations that need innovative solutions, Villanova lawyers are equipped with the legal knowledge and skills to succeed, no matter the industry.
How We're Doing It
WHERE LAW MEETS BUSINESS
Central to bringing entrepreneurship and law together is our Where Law Meets Business philosophy. We pushed the boundaries of traditional legal education by infusing vital business principles, professional skills and practical experience into every student’s education. From law firms to Fortune 500 companies to small non profits, today’s lawyers are increasingly required to serve as consultants, strategists and problem solvers.
JOHN F. SCARPA CENTER FOR ENTREPRENEURSHIP AND LAW
The Scarpa Center is central to Villanova’s cutting-edge approach to legal education and serves as the hub for the intersection of entrepreneurship and law. Here, academics and practical application collide to prepare students for today’s business-centric legal environment.
LAWYERS AS LEADERS
Entrepreneurs are leaders, and we're training the next generation of lawyer-leaders who are ready to provide the leadership that clients, start-ups, government and businesses need.
CLINIC FOR LAW AND ENTREPRENEURSHIP
Vital hands-on experience is offered through the Clinic for Law and Entrepreneurship, which provides legal services to start-up ventures and budding entrepreneurs at the University and in the Philadelphia-area. Students act as primary counselors to emerging businesses, advising on a diverse array of challenges common to launching, operating and growing sustainable ventures.