LAW-2084 Zealous Advocacy
This course will parallel the Public Defender's Zealous Advocacy Training for the Committee for Public Counsel Services (CPCS). Upon successful completion of this course, students will receive a certificate of completion and will be eligible to apply to Suffolk County Lawyers for Justice (SLJ) as a Bar Advocate, and other bar advocate programs across the state, which are contract attorney positions. Students will learn how to defend a criminal case from bail to trial. This simulation course will provide students with the ability to conduct legal research, perform oral advocacy, and engage in trial practice. Throughout the semester, students will interview clients, conduct bail hearings, learn objections, motion practice, and participate in cross examination. At the end of the course, students will also participate in a mock trial. Each class will consist of lecturing, guest speakers and role-play exercises.