Legal Externship

Open to 4th, 5th or 6th semester students.

4 - 5 units:1 unit, non-GPA academic credit, 3 or 4 units clinical credit graded pass/fail.

Prerequisites:Varies according to placement. Please consult the Director of Externship and Pro Bono programs, Professor Nancy Stuart.

Classroom Component: Seminar focuses on developing the ability to learn from critical self-reflection, and draws on the students' experiences in their placements to advance not only their understanding of basic principles of substantive and procedural law relevant to their placements, but of the role of lawyers and legal institutions in society as well.

Fieldwork Component:Students work either 12 or 16 hours per week at a governmental or non-profit legal organization approved by the Director of Externship Programs. Enrollment is contingent on approval of the student's request and of the proposed placement.  Placements which are duplicative of placements or experiences available through one of the existing clinical offerings will not be permitted.  Information regarding students' experiences in prior placements are available in the Externships Office, 3rd floor of the Tower.

To enroll: To obtain an application, email Professor Nancy Stuart.