Legal Prep Vegas

Located at 2525 Emerson Avenue, our Vegas campus offers world-class college-prep education for middle and high school students, with unparalleled access to a legal curriculum and the city’s top law firms and institutions.  

Opening Fall 2027

Quick Facts

Key statistics about our proposed Las Vegas campus and anticipated student outcomes.

Click here to learn more about our Legal Program.

Anticipated Opening - Fall for 6th and 9th grade
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Student Capacity
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6 - 12

Grades (at capacity)

Average Class Size
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Graduating seniors complete a law-based immersion experience or internship
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Enrollment Options

Interested in becoming part of the Legal Prep Community? 

For current 5th & 8th graders – please complete the Intent To Enroll Form Below (left).

For all others, please complete the Interest Form below (right).

For questions, email our Founding Principal at: ESimpkins@legalprep.org

For Current 5th & 8th graders

We want you to become part of the Inagural Class of 6th and 9th graders in Fall 2027 if our charter is granted.  Sign up now and we will contact you with more details.  If you have questions, please contact Founding Principal Erik Simpkins at ESimpkins@legalprep.org.

Interest Form

Curious about a legal education looks like at the middle school or high school level? We will come to your school and present a mock law class.  Want to learn more or get updates about open houses, enrollment deadlines, or school events? 

Fill out our interest form and a member of our team will be in touch.

News & Calendar

Stay informed with campus-specific updates:
LPCAI Board Meeting

LPCAI Governing Board meeting – includes opportunity for public comment

Open House - Fall Festival

Join us for our open house to learn about Legal Prep and enjoy the fall festivities.

enroll Las Vegas OneMatch System Opens for Fall 2027
College Nights & Student Showcases
Students and families meet legal professionals

Athletics & After School

Legal Prep offers a variety of extracurriculars that promote teamwork, leadership, and health.

Boys & Girls Basketball

Chess Club

Student Government

Art & Music Clubs

Track & Field

Mock Trial Team

Peace Warriors

Volleyball

Parent/Student Resources

Access transportation options, essential forms, handbooks, and policies (Check Back Often for Updates):

Ready to Start Your Journey?

Complete the interest form below.

Application Deadlines

Fall 2025 - Round 1: November 1st

Financial Aid Available

Scholarships, grants, and flexible payment plans

Admissions Support

Dedicated counselors to help with your application

Contact Admissions

School Leadership Team

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Erik Simpkins

Founding Principal

Sam Finkelstein

Chief Executive Officer

Robert Barz

Director of Law Programming

Board Members & Meeting Info

Meetings of the Board of Directors are open to the public, and families and community members are encouraged to attend. 

Board of Directors October 22, 2026 Meeting Notice and Agenda

NOTICE OF VIRTUAL MEETING AND INSTRUCTIONS FOR PUBLIC COMMENT

Date: October 22, 2026
Time: 4:00 pm PT
Meeting Link to Fully Virtual Meeting via Zoom: 

https://us06web.zoom.us/j/82826933843?pwd=332Mb63gWznGa66y3u0jks0AdWNxEd.1

Meeting ID: 828 2693 3843

Passcode: 232556

For telephone Access Use:

+16469313860,,82826933843# US

How to Attend:

This meeting will be conducted entirely via a remote technology system. Members of the public are encouraged to attend and observe the meeting online or by telephone using the access credentials provided above. For copies of documents referenced in the agenda and/or accessibility accommodations, please contact Laura Miller at Vegas@legalprep.org or 4319 W. Washington Blvd., Chicago, IL 60624.  The meeting notice, agenda and referenced materials can be accessed by clicking on the link below the Board Member Info.

Della Scott

Kam Green

Andre Ponder

Andrew Popescu

Ray Johnson

Matt Furton

Genyne Malin

Sam Finkelstein

CEO, Founder, & Ex Officio Board Member
Legal Prep Charter Academies
sfinkelstein@legalprep.org

Laura Beth Miller

Chief Development Officer & Ex Officio Board Member
Legal Prep Charter Academies
lmiller@legalprep.org

Financial Information

Legal Prep is a 501(c)(3) corporation. As a public school, our funding comes primarily from public sources, with the remainder coming from philanthropic sources.