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William Mitchell Office of Multicultural Affairs
- (651) 290-6422
- ma@wmitchell.edu
Registration
- Registration deadline: May 15, 2010
- FILL Application PDF, 161 Kb
Future in Learning Law (FILL) students aspire to careers in law and law-related professions, such as attorneys, court reporters, or legal assistants.
These opportunities are possible through education. The FILL program strongly encourages all high school students to obtain a college and graduate-level education.
Through 48 hours of lectures, discussion groups, and hands-on workshops, students meet and hear from lawyers, judges, paralegals, law clerks, and law students. Some came to law school after other careers. All are examples of what FILL students can achieve.
Students will prepare for a mock trial. Activities include interviewing and counseling clients, analyzing real-world legal problems, and playing the roles of attorneys. The mock trial will be held before practicing attorneys and judges.
Summer 2010 Program
- June 14-25, 2010
- Monday–Friday
- 9 a.m.–1 p.m.
- participants take at least one field trip to a Minnesota court
- Cost: $25 (may be waived for students whose parents request a low-income status)
- bus passes available
- daily snack provided
Qualifications
To qualify for the FILL program, students must:
- Have completed at least ninth grade and have not yet started college
- Have at least a C+ average in core classes
such as English and social studies - Commit to attend all sessions
- Submit a two-or-three paragraph statement telling why they are interested in the law and the FILL program
- Have parental permission to travel by public bus to participate in the program, located in St. Paul.