Dr. Paul Stokstad

Associate Professor

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Biography

Paul Stokstad is an Associate Clinical Professor at the Michigan State University College of Law. He serves as the Interim Co-Director of the RWA Program. Stokstad has a rich background in law, having served as an articles editor for the Ecology Law Quarterly, where he won a prize for his published student article. His experience includes working as a law clerk for the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California and the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals. Stokstad has significant experience litigating civil environmental cases with the U.S. Department of Justice over six years. He returned to the Law College in 2008 after serving as a visiting professor from 2005 to 2007. Stokstad teaches courses on Research, Writing, and Advocacy II.

Requirements for Michigan State University College of Law

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.73
TOEFL
Listening
Required:17
Reading
Required:17
Writing
Required:17
Speaking
Required:17
Total
Required:79
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
Duolingo
Overall Score
Required:110
Overall
Required:110
PTE
Listening
Required:48
Reading
Required:48
Writing
Required:48
Speaking
Required:48
Overall
Required:53
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree from a 4-year accredited institution
Application Checklist
  • LSAC Credential Assembly Service (CAS) registration
  • LSAT Score (Valid within 5 years)
  • Official Transcripts
  • Personal Statement (2-3 pages)
  • Professional Resume
  • Two letters of recommendation (up to four accepted)
  • Application Fee ($75)
  • Character & Fitness Disclosures
Specialization Notes

The Juris Doctor (JD) is the primary professional degree. Admission is based on LSAT scores, academic record, and professional accomplishments. Median LSAT for Fall 2025 was 162.