LAW 5632 - The Successions/Title Clearing Clinic

Credit(s): 3
The Clinic trains thirdyear law students in substantive and procedural requirements of opening, administering, and closing succession proceedings in order to obtain clear title to immovable property. The Successions/Title Clearing Clinic also introduces and develops the lawyering skills necessary to be an effective probate attorney. Students will be certified to practice law pursuant to Louisiana Supreme Court Rule XX. Legal representation may include successions administration and other title clearing work. The clinic will be housed at Southeast Legal Services in Baton Rouge. Participation is by consent of the instructor and is limited to third-year students who have completed LAW 5721 The Legal Profession. Prior completion of LAW 5703 Successions, Donations and Trusts is strongly recommended. It is graded pass/fail (E, HP, P, F).