For one, we are a Christian law school which means that the way we teach and learn about law points and leads to Jesus Christ. Because Christ is sovereign, we are committed to helping students to have an appreciation of how their faith in Christ impacts their study and learning of the law.

Another way in which HILS is unique is that we are a school that trains students for the practice of law in a globalized world. There is a strong need for international lawyers who are able to handle complex legal matters that cross borders. Today’s clients need counsel and help with matters that are no longer limited just to one place, but concern issues that span multiple jurisdictions. The world today needs lawyers without borders. HILS rigorously trains students in English for the demands of the global practice of law.

To do that, we have a faculty who are all experienced lawyers and licensed to practice. They bring that experience directly into the classroom to help students know what it takes to become a legal professional of excellence. The faculty are also published scholars who are able to delve deeply into important legal principles and challenge students to consider the weightier matters of the law. Also, our faculty take the time to develop meaningful relationships with students. Their doors are always open; whether it’s to work with a student through a difficult legal concept or to give advice about future careers or simply just to talk. 

Finally, what makes HILS special is that this is a community where the love of God shapes our relationships with each other. This love inspires service. The faculty are motivated to teach, mentor, and guide students because of their calling to serve. They genuinely care for students. 

Our students also reflect this spirit of service. They go out of their way to help each other as they go through this very demanding course of study together. This kind of servant-leadership emanates from a sincere desire to be Christ like and forms the basis for learning that lawyers are ultimately in the business of serving others and not just themselves. 

The Lord has done something truly wonderful at HILS. Our alumni have gone on to become licensed lawyers working here in Korea and around the world in law firms, corporations, governmental and non-governmental organizations, and in church ministries. We have come a long way since our founding in 2002. It has been a real blessing to witness the Lord’s work here.

Thank for your interest in HILS. We look forward to welcoming you. 

Hee Eun Lee

Dean and Professor of Law