Externship: Rural Practice

Catalog description

This externship immerses students in the practice of law in a rural community. It provides the opportunity to experience living in a rural community and to appreciate the many civic roles fulfilled by lawyers. In addition to working with the designated supervising lawyer, students will interact with a number of judges, lawyers, government officials, business and civic leaders, and social service providers. The goal is to provide students with a thorough understanding of the varied legal issues addressed in a rural law practice and the professional and personal benefits of living and working in a rural community. Prerequisite(s): Completion of one year of academic study. Grading is based on Credit/No Credit, and Credit requires a minimum performance of "C" level work.