Credits: 6

Students are assigned to work directly with one of the circuit judges at the Second Judicial Circuit as an extern/judicial law clerk. Students prepare memoranda of law and draft opinions and orders. Students also have an opportunity to observe selected civil and criminal trials. The externship gives students an opportunity to improve research and writing skills as well as observe trial and motion practice skills. Students also learn about circuit and county court jurisdiction and procedure. Students gain exposure to a wide variety of substantive law.