Externships: Putting Theory into Practice
Judicial Externship - U.S. Court of Appeals, 11th Circuit
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(Judge Hull)
Description
(Judge Frank M. Hull) Three semester hours, one semester requirement. Prerequisites: Academic standing in top 15%, with preference for law review membership, superior research skills and writing skills. Only third year students may apply. A writing sample is required at the time of interview. Students work a minimum of 10 hours a week for Judge Hull under the direct supervision of Judge Hull. The extern will perform legal research and analysis, prepare bench memoranda and draft opinions for pending appeals and will have the opportunity to observe oral arguments and a circuit court mediation. The externship will provide valuable experience to students who plan to practice in federal court or who have a particular interest in legal research and writing. Although the externship will provide beneficial insights for students considering whether to pursue a federal clerkship after graduation, externs will not be considered for law clerk positions with Judge Hull. 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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