These must be read, studied, reviewed and absorbed thoroughly prior to the time of the assigned exercise. This preparation is crucial for success of each exercise and consequently the course. The policies of the College of Law printed in the Student handbook relating to attendance and decorum are strictly followed in this course. Late arrival or early departure places you at risk of being marked absent. Obviously if you are assigned a role to play on a specific class day your attendance and preparation for that role is essential.
Appropriate behavior is assumed of each student in each class.
This means appropriate role playing when conducting assigned exercises. Prior to each student s assigned role playing class, instructions for both lawyer and client will be handed out. Assuming proper preparation the exercise will be conducted in class, utilizing the instructors desk as a simulated office. Remaining members of the class will observe the exercise. At least one member will be assigned to provide a formal critique of the interview or counseling session.