August 12, 1992

Bar-Association Report Criticizes Law Schools

By Christopher Shea

The American Bar Association this week is criticizing the nation's law schools for slighting clinical education and ethical concerns.

In a 410-page report, the culmination of a three-year study, the ABA offers a comprehensive examination of the skills and values that it considers necessary for the practice of law and makes numerous recommendations for reforming legal education.

Because the bar association accredits law schools, its report is expected to be widely