King Hall’s Judicial Externship allows students to earn academic credit in the fall and spring semesters in federal and state courts, as well as administrative hearing offices. Under the supervision of judges and/or their clerks, students research legal issues, evaluate legal arguments, write judicial memoranda, attend and participate in meetings and discussions, draft opinions and orders, and observe courtroom activity including motions, hearings and trials.
All externships have two components: (1) Field supervisors oversee assignments and provide feedback for students to build their legal skills and knowledge, and (2) students complete professional development assignments under the supervision of a King Hall faculty advisor. Judicial Externship students may enroll in part-time or full-time placements. Approved placements may be in-person, hybrid or remote.
Graduation Requirements: Counts towards Professional Skills Requirement
Grading Mode: Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory