Spring 2014 Course Schedule

Supervised Extshp Sem: Governmental Litigation (LAW-769-005)
Popper

Meets: 04:00 PM - 05:50 PM (W) - Room 527

Enrolled: 14 / Limit: 15

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Notices

The first simulation (Regulatory Negotiation) is in the course materials and will not begin until the second class.

Description

This seminar is open to students who are externing at all different types of placements – courts, state and federal agencies, trade associations, non-profits, pro bono offices in law firms, prosecution or other law enforcement offices, public defender offices, etc. The more diverse the backgrounds, the better. The seminar explores some of the roles lawyers play in the private sector, public interest practice, and government. Federal and state agencies are among the most active litigants in the American legal system, bringing and defending a large volume of cases in courts and administrative tribunals. The experience of negotiating or litigating for or against the government has some special characteristics, but also shares characteristics common to all types of legal practice. Simulations are used to explore various aspects of litigation including depositions, negotiations, a narrative exercise, and a mediation. In addition, a good deal of time is devoted to the transition from student to lawyer and to the pragmatic and personal challenges relevant to entry-level lawyers in both private and government practice. Externship seminars provide students with an opportunity to engage in critical reflection about the legal profession, their own future legal careers, and their priorities and values as lawyers in conjunction with their field placement experiences.

Textbooks and Other Materials

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There is one text, Course materials for the Government Litigation Externship Seminar. It will be sold in the law school in room 465 – it will be available several weeks before the seminar begins.

First Class Readings

First Assignment Please be prepared to describe briefly your externship placement including the number of hours you intend to work, the tasks likely to be undertaken, the nature of supervision, and any insights, issues, or challenges you anticipate. In addition, please read pp. 1-17 and, anticipating the second week of class, skim through to page 62 of the course materials.

Syllabus

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