Practices in Professionalism

Course Description

In conjunction with public service summer employment, students will study the lawyer's role in a public service or government agency context. In particular, students will study the lawyer's ethical responsibilities and challenges in a real work setting, as well as the various roles lawyers play -- decision-maker, public policy maker, negotiator, advisor, etc. Students must be working concurrently for 320 hours in a government or public sector setting. Students will be participating in ongoing assignments and online discussions during the course of summer. The course will explore principles of professionalism and their application in practice; provide students with support in developing job-related skills and in dealing with job-related issues and an opportunity for structured reflection and feedback. Course activities will help students develop skills and attitudes associated with job satisfaction and competence and ultimate successful entry into the legal profession. Students will attend pre and post work class sessions where the goals of the course are articulated, principles of ethics and professionalism explored, and strategies for successful experiences are identified.

Code

LAW 681F

Credits

1

Subject

Law