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Available externships

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Active Externships in practice area: Family Law


Externship SitePractice AreaDetails
Judge J. Goger, Fulton County Superior Court
SummerFall
Family Law, Judicial

Semester requirement: 1
Credits: 3

SITE DESCRIPTION

This externship focuses on the practice of family law in the Superior Court of Fulton County. Students will review case files designated for dispositions by motion and/or trial. Students will research and make written recommendations regarding resolution of all outstanding motions filed before trial. During trial, students will assist the Judge in Court with evidentiary rulings required in the case. In addition, students will participate in the research and writing related to criminal law handbooks on evidence and trial practice.

STUDENT QUALIFICATIONS

Prerequisites:

  • Excellent research and writing skills
  • Computer literacy


Preferences: None

NO ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

 

Judge Wendy Shoob, Fulton County Superior Court
SummerFall
Family Law, Judicial

Semester requirement: 1
Credits: 3

SITE DESCRIPTION

Students will receive case files with motions and other pleadings. Student will review the pleadings, conduct research, and write memora including important facts and applicable law. Students will have the opportunity to observe divorce and custody trials, status conferences, and contempt hearings.

STUDENT QUALIFICATIONS

Prerequisites:
Second or third-year student and excellent research and writing skills

Preferences: Third-year students

NO ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS