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The Civil Clinic is not taking new cases at this time.
The USD Law Civil Clinic assists clients in a range of civil litigation issues from breaches of contract to fraud cases. Unfortunately, the Civil Clinic cannot assist community members with civil issues not listed below.
What Does the Civil Clinic Do?
- Consumer issues
- Breach of contract
- Uninsured motorist defense
- Fraud
- Consumer debt collection disputes
- Civil Rights
- Access to government information (FOIA and Public Records Act)
2024 Civil Clinic Award Winner
Working at the Civil Clinic as a Student
While working at the Civil Clinic, students interview, counsel and represent clients at Superior Court or in administrative hearings in a wide variety of cases under the supervision of an adjunct professor/attorney. Students are responsible for drafting pleadings and correspondence, as well as conferring and negotiating with opposing counsel/parties. Weekly group meetings are combined with individual case conferences to provide intensive personal training in litigation techniques, problem solving and case management. Students also learn general civil litigation practice and procedures.
Prerequisites & Required Courses
- Required: Civil Procedure is a required prerequisite or concurrent class for students.
- Recommended: Evidence, Practicum or Trial Advocacy can be currently enrolled.