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Frequently Asked Questions 2024-2025

  • Where can I learn more about the Clinic? Attend our kickoff event on Thursday, February 22, 5:00-6:30 PM, in Grossman Hall and/or our open house on Wednesday, February 28, 5:00-7:00 PM, in the Clinic offices, suite Y265.

  • Who can apply? Anyone who will be a full time 2L or 3L, or a part time 3L or 4L in 2024-2025 may apply to Clinic.

  • How and when can I apply? The online application will be posted on the Clinic website and will be open from February 23, 2024 until March 8, 2024.  

  • Am I required to attend any information sessions before applying? Yes, applicants must attend one clinic-specific small-group session taking place at various times from February 28 to March 7, 2024. Attendance at a second small-group session is encouraged. Sign-ups for the small groups will be posted on the Clinic website and will open on February 23. 

  • Can I apply to multiple clinics? Yes, the application allows you to rank as many clinics as you like in order of interest.

  • How are Clinic students selected? Most clinics select students by lottery, sometimes with adjustments on the margins to account for particular students’ backgrounds and expertise that would benefit the clinic as a whole. We aim to offer a clinic opportunity to as many students as possible before they graduate, and we encourage students to be flexible about their options if they do not get their first-choice placement.

  • Are there things I cannot do while in Clinic? We have a blanket conflict policy that prohibits students form working for certain employers and internship/externship placements while in Clinic. Please review the conflict policy before you apply.

  • How much time will I spend on Clinic work? In addition to seminar and class prep time, we estimate that students spend, on average, 15 to 20 hours per week on their case work. Some weeks, you may work much more than that; other weeks, you may work less. You should view Clinic as a demanding part-time job.

  • Can I do multiple clinics during my time at WCL?  Yes, students who participate in a one-semester clinic during their 2L (or part-time 3L) year may enroll (if accepted) in another one-semester clinic during their 3L (or part-time 4L) year. Students who have participated in a full-year clinic may not enroll in another clinic while at WCL.

  • If I don’t get into a clinic at first, will there be a waitlist?  Yes, there are always some students accepted from the waitlist.

  • What if I change my mind about participating in Clinic after accepting a spot? Students may only withdraw from clinic with instructor permission and for good cause. By accepting a spot in Clinic, you are agreeing not to transfer to another law school or seek a conflicting job or externship.