“My experience as a student in the Domestic Violence Clinic was a critical part of my legal education. It gave me the opportunity to put my learning into practice in concrete and challenging ways: working with clients, writing and filing motions, and even preparing and arguing at trial. Representing clients who were rebuilding their lives after many years of violence was eye-opening. Helping them change their lives changed mine.”
—Leslie Friedlander, ’08
“The Domestic Violence Clinic has been the most enjoyable, beneficial and rewarding experience I have had during my entire law school career. I had my first client, my first contested win and my first disappointments with the system in the clinic – all of which have prepared me for life as a “real” attorney. Without the clinic I would have never found my professional passion.”
—Sara Kim, ’09
“The University of Texas Domestic Violence Clinic provided me with first hand litigation experience I have not seen fellow classmates get in other clinics. Not only was I given the opportunity to help individuals who need it the most, but I was also able to develop as an attorney. I would strongly recomend the UT DV Clinic for anyone who is looking to experience what it is like to be a practicing attorney and wishes to help others in the process.”
—Jake Gilbreath, ’09