Category: Perspectives

  • Beyond the practical skills and substantive knowledge I gained in the Entrepreneurship and Community Development Clinic, being a student attorney there helped me to identify what kind of work I wanted to do post-graduation.  It was an amazing experience that exposed me to a nuanced practice of law that is dynamic, impactful, and rewarding.  The […]
  • Participating in the Entrepreneurship and Community Development Clinic was incredibly fulfilling, as both a personal and an educational experience. No other programs, including summer clerkships, provided the level of professional development and client interaction that I was privileged to have gained during my time at the Clinic. I cannot recommend the experience highly enough.
  • I was a student attorney ad litem in the Children’s Rights Clinic for two semesters. During that time I was able not only to make a difference in children’s lives but also develop and sharpen my advocacy skills. I was often the child’s only representative in meetings with caregivers, caseworkers, and family members, and it […]
  • The Legislative Lawyering Clinic is one of the highlights of my law school experience.  Through this clinic, I was able to work on a variety of meaningful assignments and learn about the many ways in which an attorney can make a difference in both the Legislature and administrative agencies.  I attribute my chosen career path […]
  • It has absolutely been an invaluable experience. The Immigration Clinic is truly the most rewarding project I have undertaken as a law student, and the opportunities the clinic program gives to students can’t be overstated. Professor Steglich’s work, support, guidance and mentorship made all the difference. We will keep the best hopes for our client […]
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    Being a student attorney in the Domestic Violence Clinic was the perfect gentle transition into being a real lawyer. I was terrified at the prospect of going to court and being “first chair” on a case, but Jeana gave me just the right amount of support and encouragement, and I was so proud of myself […]
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    The Housing Clinic is an incredible opportunity to practice law, but more importantly, it is a chance to help people in a meaningful way. I was able to speak to clients directly, draft documents, negotiate on their behalf, and represent them in court. Even though I did not want to practice litigation, the experience of […]
  • Alexandra Manautou
    The clinical work was not only exciting and rewarding, but it was also extremely practical. As a practicing attorney I use the skills that I learned in the Civil Rights Clinic every single day. I would especially recommend taking the clinic if you are thinking of perusing a fellowship. It taught me how to thoughtfully […]
  • My two semesters in the Criminal Defense Clinic were the most educational and inspirational of law school. From day one, the clinic supervisors held students to high expectations. Supervisors were always available to provide guidance and support, but it was clear the clients were ours, the cases our responsibility. As a result, my skills grew […]
  • The Mental Health Clinic was the most rewarding and eye opening experience that I had while in law school. I was put in situations that I never could’ve imagined if I’d tried, requiring both legal skill and creativity, empathy, and an open mind for the challenges faced within our mental health system. Working individually with […]