Legal Education in Mecklenburg-Vorpommern Under Fire as Applicants Decline
The future of legal education in Mecklenburg-Vorpommern is under scrutiny. The University of Rostock's Student Council and the Association of Judges demand the reintroduction of full legal studies, currently unavailable. The state government, however, is not yet convinced, despite the CDU's support and estimated costs of €2 million per year.
The trend shows a decline in applicants for legal traineeships. Last year, only 63 lawyers applied, the lowest number in recent years. This follows a steady decrease: 167 applicants in 2024, 177 in 2023, and 180 in 2022. Despite this, 121 out of 142 offered positions were filled in 2024.
The traineeship, a two-year programme after studying law, is crucial for the second state examination and a career as a judge, public prosecutor, or lawyer. Currently, there are 71 available positions for each appointment date.
The state government's refusal to reintroduce full legal studies in Rostock faces opposition from the CDU and student bodies. The declining number of applicants for legal traineeships raises concerns about the future of legal professions in the region.
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