California law schools must allow students to receive compensation for externships starting August 1, 2026.
California AB1155 mandates that starting August 1, 2026, law schools must allow students to receive compensation for externships while earning academic credit. Compensation can include travel costs, stipends, wages, or benefits set by employers. The decision to offer compensation is at the externship site's discretion. This provision does not change course requirements or criteria for externship sites. It also does not apply to individuals enrolled in a paralegal certification program.
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