Research law schools that offer classes or programs in educational law. While most law schools offer at least one course on the subject, not all have programs or professors who focus solely on educational law. Two law schools that focus on educational law are Stanford Law School, home of the Youth and Education Law Project, and the University of Houston Law School, which houses the Institute for Higher Education Law and Governance. Also consider schools that offer a joint J.D. (Juris Doctor) and Ed.D. (Doctor of Education) program, such as the Penn State University School of Law.
Review the law school admissions requirements and fulfill any you have not completed. In the United States, all ABA-accredited law schools require at minimum a bachelor's degree. While no particular coursework is required for law school, your undergraduate education should focus on classes that develop your reading, writing, and critical thinking skills and that you find enjoyable and challenging. Apply to take the Law School Admissions Test (LSAT) as soon as possible.
If you're considering a joint J.D. and Ed.D., keep in mind that the two degree programs may have differing admissions requirements.
Take undergraduate courses on education policy and regulation. In most states, these classes are included in an undergraduate education program. If you are not pursuing an undergraduate degree in education, you may need to talk to the staff of the university's school of education to see if you will be permitted to take classes. While undergraduate coursework in education is not required to earn an educational law degree, it will be helpful in your career in education law.
Apply to law schools that offer multiple courses or a program in educational law and that you feel are a good fit for you, considering your background, your finances, the location of the school, the school's reputation and any other factors that impact your life.
Talk to attorneys who specialize in educational law. Most attorneys are enthusiastic about their work and willing to share their experiences with those who are interested in entering the field.