LI Teens Explore Law Careers In Court Program

CENTRAL ISLIP, NY — Around 100 Long Island high school students from 25 schools in Nassau and Suffolk counties are spending the week in a Central Islip federal courthouse learning about the legal system, according to a Touro Law press release.

According to the release, students will be participating in The Justice Institute, a program led by Judge Joseph Bianco of the 2nd U.S. Circuit Court. The program, which runs from July 7 to 11, features guests speakers, including Touro Law students, FBI agents, judges, law professors and legal mentors who will share their experiences working in the federal court system.

The program is designed to introduce high schoolers to the "workings of the federal courts and the criminal justice system and to promote an enlightened and responsible citizenry," the release said.

"We are happy to be a partner in this program that exposes various aspects of the law and legal careers to high school students. Our students play an important role not only by preparing the high school students for the mock trial and imparting skills and knowledge while demonstrating an excellent work ethic and commitment to their community, but also by becoming mentors to the students on their teams," said Touro Law Associate Dean for Experiential Learning and Special Programs Myra Berman. "The program is invaluable to all who participate."

The program is sponsored by the Eastern District of New York and the EDNY Chapter of the Federal Bar Association in partnership with the Touro University Jacob D. Fuchsberg Law Center.