NIU Law plans to have the first class start in the fall of 2027. NIU Law is the fifth law school in the state to offer a part-time J.D. program. Less than 40% of ABA-accredited law schools in the U.S.

Personal injury law firms may be more ripe for outside investment at the current moment than other legal practices, although experts say the dominos could fall industrywide at some point.

Attorneys and industry professionals recognize that advanced legal knowledge and education can expand leadership potential and professional expertise that opens doors to new opportunities. Returning ...