LAW 746 - Legal Aid Clinic

Students work in the Williamsburg office of the Legal Aid Society of Eastern Virginia under the supervision of an attorney, providing legal services to indigent people in a variety of civil matters, including domestic relations, consumer law, debt collection defense, landlord-tenant law, public benefits, and other issues. The legal work done by the students provides the basis for an exploration of the profession and court system and includes client interviewing, research and investigation, drafting of correspondence and pleadings, and representation in court and before other tribunals. In addition to client contact hours at the Legal Aid office, students are required to attend regular case study analysis meetings. Third-Year practice required. Enrollment is limited to six students.