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Gabe Hillegass is a distinguished professional whose career bridges the worlds of medicine, military service, and entrepreneurship. A graduate of the University of Richmond and the Wake Forest University School of Medicine, Gabe’s professional journey was significantly shape…

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What Can You Do with a Master of Legal Studies?

September 30, 2025

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Adam Landreth, Assistant Dean for Online Programs, Wake Forest School of Law

Advanced legal knowledge is a great way to increase a professional’s v…

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