The course is designed to provide students the opportunity to observe, participate in, analyze, gain insight into the functions of and reflect upon the work of a government agency lawyer. In their field placements, students will observe and participate in activities specific to the field placement, which can include transactions, appeals, rulemaking, legislation, policy and employment and labor issues.In addition to doing fieldwork, students attend a seminar on a regular basis during the semester. Students will bring their experience into the classroom for detailed analysis of the lawyers' work, function of the different agencies, the government decision making process, and the role of the government lawyer. Students interested in the class will be directed to apply for the federal, state agency and local government agency externships that have been established by the Externship Director. Students may also find their own placements and may register for the course after receiving permission from the instructor. To apply, students need to contact the faculty. Grading: Pass/Fail. Credits: Variable Offered: e/o Fall Categories: Experiential Subject Areas: Government Practice
