LAW 6166 - Interview, Counseling and Negotiation

Credits: 3
Max Credit: 3

Introduction to the basic lawyering skills of interviewing, fact investigation, counseling, and negotiation. Employs simulation exercises, self-critiques, and feedback from the faculty member as well as other students. In addition to the exercises, exposure to the theoretical underpinnings of the skills and examine some of the ethical issues involved in creating and maintaining professional relationships with clients and opposing parties and counsel.