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Career Changers

Looking for a fresh start in a new career or aiming to pivot into the field of law? Hear the stories of a few of JDi students who have been in your shoes, learn about their backgrounds, and explore why the online J.D. was the best choice for them!

A woman, sitting at a desk in a bright office, looks toward the camera with a soft smile. She is wearing a green blouse and has a laptop in front of her. A Syracuse University pennant hangs on the wall behind her, with plants and office decor completing the background.
JDi Program Prepares 3L to Tackle Immigration Issues Half Way Across the World
George Boehme looks up from his laptop and smiles. Behind him is a bookshelf.
Retiree’s Next Chapter to Focus on Pro Bono Work to Help Those in Need
Brooke Hasegawa speaks with students at the Los Angeles Bankruptcy Residency
“Aloha Spirit” and Commitment to Community Helped Alumna Succeed In JDi Program
Jason sits at a table working on his macbook in front of open and bright windows.
Moving From Place to Place, Ex-Marine, Entrepreneur Shifts His Career to Law Thanks to Flexibilty of JDi Program
headshot of Ahimsa Hodari with a checkered shirt on in front of a dark gray wall
5 Questions with JDinteractive Alumni: Ahimsa Hodari L’22
headshot of meghan steenburgh, smiling at the camera in a gray suit jacket and pink blouse in front of a gray background
5 Questions with JDinteractive Alumni: Meghan Steenburgh G’97, L’23
Joseph Creager sitting at a table smiling down at his macbook
Full-Time U.S. Army Staff Sergeant Fits in Part-Time Study of Law Through JDi Program
Dougall sits in a white chair in front of a brightly lit window, wearing a orange shirt and crossing his legs
“Law School Dad” Sets His Sights on Law Degree, Seat in Congress
headshot of Sarah Roberts smiling in a black turtleneck in front of an abstract outdoor background
5 Questions with JDinteractive Alumni: Sarah Roberts L’22
headshot of Andrew Lloyd wearing a black suit smiling at the camera in front of a white background
5 Questions with JDinteractive Alumni: Andrew Lloyd L’22

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