Criminal Lawyering Process

The Criminal Lawyering Process course, offered in the fall semester in conjunction with the clinic, focuses on North Carolina juvenile law and procedure in order to prepare students for and support them during their clinic work. Simulation exercises are used to teach the range of skills involved in juvenile practice. The course also presents for discussion and written reflection and analysis various ethical, strategic and systemic issues that arise in the cases in which the students are involved.

Course is open to Juvenile Justice Clinic students only. It is required of all students who register for the Juvenile Justice Clinic.

NOTE: All students must attend a mandatory two day-long intensive session in September. Dates will be announced later but will not conflict with the Trial Ad intensive session. Students who miss either day without prior approval for a verified emergency will be dropped from both the lawyering process course and the clinic.

Evidence and Criminal Procedure: Investigation. Trial Advocacy is also required, but it may be taken concurrently. In addition, Criminal Procedure: Adjudication is strongly recommended.