Externships: Putting Theory into Practice
Litigation Externship--Georgia Department of Law semester hours, one semester requirement
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Description
(3) Administrative Law is preferred, yet not required. A writing sample must be brought to the interview. Students who will participate in the Field Placement Program will be assigned to the Regulated Industries and professions Division of the Department of Law. Under the general supervision of the Director of that Division, Students will be assigned to work directly with experienced attorneys. Students will be expected to draft legal documents, including pleadings, and assist in the preparation of cases for trial. In this regard, students will assist in conducting discovery, interviewing witnesses, and presenting cases before administrative tribunals or administrative law judges. All students who have not previously taken an externship must attend a classroom component at the law school. Consent of the Lawyer Skills Externship Program faculty required for enrollment.
Credit hours: 3
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