Public Interest/Government
Getting Public Interest Experience During Law School
In addition to summer employment, there are opportunities to incorporate public interest and government work into your academic career and gain valuable skills and experience.
Consider volunteering for a public interest organization
Chicago Bar Foundation Pro Bono Opportunities
Consider an Externship with a Government Office, Public Interest Organization, or Judge
School of Law externships information
Rule 711:
If you have earned 51 credit hours and are working with a government or nonprofit organization, you can get a student practice license under Illinois Supreme Court Rule 711, which permits you to represent clients in court under attorney supervision. See www.state.il.us/court for an application and instructions.
Clinical Programs:
Loyola Child and Family Law Clinic
