Learn the ins and outs of land use law in this clinic. Assist land use attorneys in city and town counsel offices, zoning boards, or private firms, primarily in suburban Boston, where you’ll handle various land use matters.
Real Life. Real Law. What You’ll Do.
While each fellowship placement is unique, here’s some of the work you can expect to be involved in.
Research
Prepare paperwork
Draft and proofread contracts
Prepare clients for hearings
Participate in hearings
General office work
Where You’ll Work
Most students work in city and town council offices, zoning boards, or private firms, primarily in suburban Boston, handling various land use matters. This clinic is often offered in conjunction with the Environmental Law Clinic, so you may also have those experiences.
Seminar & Clinic Details
The Seminar
You’ll meet in a series of seminars with the course instructor and/or the Clinical Director to explore the relationship between the principles covered in the class and your fieldwork. You’ll also submit weekly journals, describing and reflecting on your field experiences.
Fieldwork
In your placement, you’ll work 10 hours (2 credits) or 15 hours (3 credits) each week.
Requirements
This clinic satisfies New England Law’s Experiential Education requirement.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When can I take this clinic?
You’re eligible to take this seminar and clinic or another Clinic & Externships in your second year. You may take up to four clinics before you graduate.
What does this clinic entail?
You will complete 10 hours of fieldwork per week (for two credits) or 15 hours per week (for three credits), submit a weekly journal reflecting on your experiences, and share them in a series of seminars with the course instructor and/or the Clinical Director.
Does this course satisfy the experiential education requirement?
Yes, it satisfies New England Law’s Experiential Education requirement.
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