Clinics: How to teach the art of "lawyering" - does it have a place in academia?

Abstract

Learning the theory of law is and always will be of paramount importance, as students must understand that before they can go on to practice law. But how can we assist our students to make that transition from the theory to the practice of law? When and how is it most appropriate to undertake this? What are the challenges taking place today that we need to take into account and plan for?