Inspiring Future Leaders Through Education and Purpose
A free, legal-themed public school that combines strong academics, with leadership, civic engagement, and real-world learning—serving students in Chicago and soon in Indianapolis.
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Serving students in Chicago and expanding to Indianapolis with our proven legal-themed academic model.
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What Makes Our Model Unique
We blend rigorous academics with immersive professional exposure in the legal field, preparing students for college and career success.
- Real-World Experience
- Leadership Development
- Community Focus
Strong Academics
Leadership & Life Skills
Real-World Learning
About Legal Prep
Charity Efforts Are For Happiness
At Legal Prep, we’re building a brighter future with every opportunity. Whether through education, mentorship, or care, our commitment to underserved communities brings happiness and hope.
Active Campaigns
Our Featured Causes
- Goal: $15,000
- Raised: $10,500
Supporting high-quality academics and school materials.
- Goal: $20,000
- Raised: $12,000
Nutritious meals provided daily to fuel student success.
- Goal: $25,000
- Raised: $20,000
Clean water access for health and learning environments.
What Our Students & Alumni Say
Events
Upcoming Events
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Sept
time: 3:00 - 6:30 pm (CBA Building)
- Legal Prep Gold Star Mentoring Program
22
SEPT
time: 5:00 pm CT (4319 W. Washington - MPR)
10
OCT
time: 8Am to 12pm (west loop)
- JOHN DEERE SCHOLARS PROGRAM
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Latest News & Updates
BOB BARZ NAMED OUTSTANDING HIGH SCHOOL TEACHER OF THE YEAR
Illinois Network of Charter Schools named our veteran law teacher Bob Barz as Outstanding High School Teacher of the Year. Whether teaching constitutional law, advising students, or coaching flag football, wherever you find Bob, you find an inspiring teacher, an amazing mentor and a warm heart. To learn more about Mr. Barz:
Legal Prep Expanding to Indy for Fall 2026
Our partnerships with law firms and businesses give students the chance to explore the legal field while developing critical thinking and advocacy skills that will help them in any profession. Enrollment for our Fall 2026 opening begins soon.
Legal Prep Indy In The News
More exciting news about LegalPrepIndy and our efforts to show middle and high schoolers the power of the law and to inspire the NextGenLawyers.
Our Blogs
Latest News & Updates
Illinois Network of Charter Schools named our veteran law teacher Bob Barz as Outstanding High School Teacher of the Year. Whether teaching constitutional law, advising students, or coaching flag football, wherever you find Bob, you find an inspiring teacher, an amazing mentor and a warm heart. To learn more about Mr. Barz:
Our partnerships with law firms and businesses give students the chance to explore the legal field while developing critical thinking and advocacy skills that will help them in any profession. Enrollment for our Fall 2026 opening begins soon.
As CEO Sam Finkelstein explains, “[t]here’s a statewide shortage of legal professionals – especially in underserved communities, rural communities – and we believe that we can start getting at that problem with education. Our model helps students see themselves in careers they may never have imagined.”
Legal Prep stands out because of its specific commitment to a future of educated and informed youth.
Jakoby S. Class of 2023