Clinical legal education takes students out of the classroom and places them in a legal practice. This enables students to analyse the effect of law in practice and engenders in students an appreciation of the ethical, social and practical complexity of the legal system. Students are required to attend the Faculty's clinic, Kingsford Legal Centre, two full days a week. The clinic is a community legal centre which provides a free legal service to the local community. Students manage clients' files under the supervision of experienced clinical supervisors who are practising solicitors. Students take responsibility for the interviewing of clients and the research, drafting and preparation necessary to resolve legal difficulties by litigation or other means. In addition to two days attendance, students are asked to attend evening advice sessions during which they interview people attending for legal advice with volunteer lawyers. A daily tutorial and a weekly class provide an opportunity for discussion and analysis of students' experiences, and for instruction in legal procedure and skills. There are regular opportunities to attend Court and Tribunals. Major areas of work in which students will be involved include domestic violence, discrimination, consumer credit, victims compensation, family law, employment law, wills, legal aid and criminal justice issues. As well as clients files, students take part in community education, and in policy and reform work. The course is offered in both teaching sessions and over summer. A student who has enrolled in and who has passed or failed LAWS2304 Clinical Legal Experience may not enrol in this course without the approval of the Associate Dean. Students should note that due to requirements of caseloads, students will be required to attend during midsession holidays and study breaks.