Students, working pursuant to the clinical practice rule and under the supervision of CDC faculty, represent people charged with misdemeanors in Travis County. Students function as lead counsel, working directly with clients to identify goals for the representation and to develop strategies in an effort to achieve the best possible outcome. Students maintain a primary role at all court appearances, whether those appearances involve negotiations, discussions with a judge, evidentiary hearings, or trial. Depending on the stage of assigned cases, other responsibilities often include investigation, discovery practice, and drafting of motions.
Students may not be enrolled in another clinic while they are enrolled in the Criminal Defense Clinic. An application is required.
Mandatory extra class session on Friday, September 6, 2024 from 12:00 - 6:00 PM and Saturday, September 7 from 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM.
Roberts, Chris 
Kearney, Blase Schmid 