Government & Public Interest Blog: What Can You Do As A Law Student?

Monday, August 24, 2009

What Can You Do As A Law Student?

Did you know that 3rd year law students in Ohio can now handle felony criminal cases? As detailed in an ABA Journal article, the supreme court in Ohio has now allowed third year law students practicing under the third year practice rule to handle felony cases. For more information about this exciting development click HERE.

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What Is Government & Public Interest Work?

In 2008, approximately 33% of Florida Coastal's graduating class entered into a government or public interest position. The broad categories of public interest and government encompass a large spectrum of positions on the local, city, state, and national arenas. Positions can range from work in a public defender's office, the ACLU, or Earthjustice to opportunities at the U.S. Attorney's Office, the National Women's Law Center, or the World Organization for Human Rights. The career possibilities within the government or public interest entity are endless and should be considered by anyone looking for meaningful work and the opportunity to make a difference.