Fall 2012
    Law No.: LAW8611
    Sched. No.: 112820606

Environmental Law and Conservation Clinic (YR)
Section 1
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Francisco, Sarah A.



Administrative Information:
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Days, Times (Room):T, 1540-1720 (WB104A)
Credits:4Type:Yearlong clinic
Capacity:4 **This information is current as of 05/23/2013 06:18:36 AM**
Current Enrollment:4 **This information is current as of 05/23/2013 06:18:36 AM**

Course Description:

NOTE: Of the eight credit-hours awarded for this clinic, four will receive a letter grade and four will be graded credit/no-credit. All credits and grades will be awarded at the end of the academic year.

Students in this yearlong clinic will work closely with attorneys at the Southern Environmental Law Center on a range of activities related to the protection and restoration of natural resources and the environment of the Southeast. Student activities will include performing legal research and analysis, conducting factual investigations, drafting comments on state or federal agency regulations or permits, drafting briefs or other pleadings, participating in meetings with agency staff, legislators or other officials, and participating in other proceedings. During the fall semester the clinic will include a weekly meeting/seminar to cover a selection of substantive topics and lawyering skills relevant to environmental law and advocacy. During the spring semester, the clinic will meet only if needed to discuss clinic projects.

ENROLLMENT LIMITATION: Students may enroll in one clinic per semester. On a space-available basis, students may petition to enroll in a second clinical offering after the add/drop period has ended.
COURSE REQUIREMENT: Drafting comments, briefs, letters, and other documents; participating in regulatory proceedings and hearings; meeting with clients and agency staff; providing legal advice and other counseling

This course is on the professional skills course list.