Ethics in Action: Large Law Firm Practice

2 credits · Law School

Large law firms face complex issues of regulation and professionalism which require keen analytical, litigation, and transactional drafting skills. Students will gain a background in the ABA Model Rules (and state variants) by analyzing and resolving simulated ethical inquiries that might be received by the general counsel's office of a large firm. Working in teams, students will tackle a complex, multi-issue inquiry requiring deeper research, a simulated internal investigation, a presentation, and a written memorandum. Students will complete a transactional drafting exercise such as an engagement letter and fee agreement involving client intake issues.