Using the file during the unit allows you to become familiar with the facts, thereby freeing up your energy to concentrate on the skill development. Again, because we are assessing individual competence, we require you to work individually on all assignments and evaluations. If you have questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to call either instructor to discuss these issues. The Course is an introduction to lawyering skills. Although you may have taken courses in law school which cover some of the skills covered in the Course, you must participate in the Course so that we can assess your competence.
Competence involves knowledge, skills and attitudes.
Students come to the Course with varying degrees of knowledge. Those of you who have previously worked on some of the skills should use the time at the course to further practice and refine your skills. Practicing law involves life long learning and this is part of that process. We ask that you dress for evaluations in order to give you the most realistic experience possible. We have found that people generally are more serious and businesslike when they dress the part.