Only offered in the spring, the Family Law Residency Program gives students in their final year of law school an opportunity for intensive practical training in the field. The 2-credit weekly seminar focuses on development of professional judgment as well as doctrine and skills related to the Residency. Students are placed in various family law settings for 3-5 days a week, including legal aid offices, private firms, and prosecutor's offices. In addition to the 2-credit seminar, students receive between 8 and 13 credits for work at the Residency Placement. Students must apply and be accepted into the program before being matched with a Residency Placement. Due to the intensity of the workload, applicants should be in their final year of law school and have a demonstrated interest and prior course work in the substantive area of family law. Grading: Pass/Fail. Credits: 2 Offered: Spring Subject Areas: Child and Family Law
