Roy T. Stuckey
Webster Professor Emeritus of Clinical Legal Education
Distinguished Professor Emeritus of Law
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Contact Information
Room 131
USC School of Law
701 Main Street
Columbia, South Carolina 29208
v 803-777-2278
f 803-777-3401
stuckeyroy@gmail.com
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Courses
FAMILY LAW PRACTICE, LAWS 699 (3 Hours) The primary focus of this course is the law of marriage and divorce with particular consideration given to the interplay of theory and practice. Attention is also given to the relevant ethical and procedural rules of family law practice and to the functions and skills of lawyers who practice in this field.
FAMILY LAW PRACTICE INTERNSHIP, LAWS 700 (3 Hours) This course is designed for students who intend to practice family law. It provides an opportunity to learn how laws about families and marriage are actually applied in practice. The course provides coverage in greater depth than is possible in the basic family law courses about selected family law topics such as marital litigation rules and procedures; professional values; identifying and resolving ethical dilemmas, the responsibilities of lawyers to clients, courts, the community and each other; and the economics and management of family law practice.
INTERVIEWING, COUNSELING, AND NEGOTIATION, LAWS 771 (3 hours) This course provides an introduction to interviewing, negotiation, and counseling in a variety of legal contexts. Emphasis is placed on helping students improve skills that are essential to accomplish these tasks competently, particularly problem-solving skills
JUDICIAL INTERNSHIP LAWS 762 (3 Hours) This course explores the operation of the American judicial system, including the powers and functions of judges. The fieldwork portion of the course provides a unique perspective on the practice of law and on the judicial process. Specific coverage includes judicial decision-making, judicial selection, ethics and discipline; and other issues related to the judicial system such as professionalism, advocacy, and access to justice.
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