Legal Internships
/ˈliːɡəl ˈɪntɜrnʃɪps/
Definitions
- (n.) Temporary, supervised work experience in a legal setting designed to provide practical learning for law students or recent graduates.
She gained valuable courtroom exposure during her legal internship at the public defender's office.
Forms
- legal internship
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Commentary
Legal internships often serve as a bridge between academic study and professional legal practice, making the scope of tasks and supervision a key drafting consideration.
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