Clinical Program
Current Clinical Opportunities
Eligible second and third year students may participate in the following clinics:
Clinics at NIU College of Law provide students with opportunities to:
- Represent clients who would otherwise be unable to afford an attorney;
- Act as lead counsel in each case under the supervision of clinical faculty;
- Apply analytical and problem solving skills in the context of addressing clients’ needs;
- Learn substantive law and procedure as applied to clients’ cases;
- Practice client-centered lawyering through holistic representation of individual clients;
- Engage in self-reflection and discussion regarding participation in the legal system;
- Apply concepts of professional responsibility and develop professionalism;
- Enhance communication and collaboration abilities;
- Develop cultural sensitivity and awareness; and
- Hone legal practice skills.