Gain a greater understanding of the various aspects of dispute resolution and mediation, and develop the skills to be an effective and appropriate advocate in resolving client disputes as you work alongside practicing attorneys.
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 documents
Brief clients
Help mediate disputes
General office work
Where You’ll Work
Students may work in a variety of settings—in the courts, in the community, and in the Clinical Law Office—and in many conflict-related areas, such as family law, trusts and estates, land use and real estate, and business law.
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 (two credits) or 15 hours (three credits) each week.
Requisites
Alternative Dispute Resolution, Mediation, or Negotiation are prerequisites/corequisites for this course, which satisfy New England Law’s experiential education requirement.
Stories of Success
“Choosing a law school with a part-time program enabled me to pursue my dream of becoming an attorney and provided the flexibility to build my Résumé through full-time internships, clinics, and employment.”
“I was able to experience what life is really like as counsel for an international corporation.”
“Our graduates stay, grow their careers, and help build our communities. We’re woven into the fabric of New England.”
“There are hundreds of law schools to choose from, but very few of them leave the impression New England Law does on its students.”
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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Contact Us
New England Law Admissions staff is here to help you through the application process. If you have any questions please complete the form below or contact the Office of Admissions at admit@nesl.edu or call 617-422-7210.