This course is designed to build the legal analysis, writing, and client counseling and advising skills at the intersection of law school, the bar exam, and practice. Using a case-file based approach, students will work as law firm teams on a series of projects that simulate tasks of newly licensed lawyers in civil practice. Tasks are set in the context of foundational legal subjects (civil procedure, contracts, constitutional law, property, torts, and professional responsibility) to reinforce the fundamental doctrine tested on the bar exam in a practical context.  The course focus on “case files” will familiarize students with the type of performance tasks tested on both the current and Next Gen bar exam while also providing training on professional skills critical for the successful and meaningful practice of law. Students will also have an opportunity to discuss and explore the expectations of legal practice, with guest speakers from professional development and law firm roles. With limited enrollment, students will receive extensive individualized feedback, as well as practice on self-assessment and opportunity for peer collaboration. UPPER-CLASS WRITING REQUIREMENT: This course is a designated Professional Writing Course which may be used to partially satisfy the Upper-Class Writing Requirement (with a grade of B or higher).

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