Reading Group: Starting & Managing a Law Practice

Semester: Spring 2016
Course ID: 235G
Credit Hours: 2
Unique: 27970

Course Information

Grading Method: Pass/Fail Mandatory

Registration Information

Upperclass-only elective

Meeting Times

Day	Time	Location
WED	3:45 - 5:35 pm	TNH 3.126

Evaluation Method

Type	Date	Time	Location
None

Description

This course will provide new attorneys practical, real-life information to either start your own law practice or succeed as an associate in a larger firm. The class will cover a wide variety of topics including marketing, interviewing skills, work-life balance and technology. The professors have experience in large law firms and in creating solo practices. Lectures will be supplemented with guest speakers on specialty topics and selected reading assignments. Students may only miss one class. Regular participation in class discussion is required to pass the course. Note: Students may not use laptops, tablets, smartphones or other electronic devices during class.

Textbooks ( * denotes required )

No materials required

Instructors

Scheske, James J

Jordan, Dirk M.