Criminal Defense Practice Legal Intern Summer 2023

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Criminal Defense Practice Legal Intern, Summer 2023

The intern will work with the Criminal Appeals Bureau. Appellate interns are primarily responsible for drafting sentence reduction briefs following felony guilty pleas, as well as briefs challenging appeal waivers, SORA (sex offender registration act) risk level determinations and/or briefs challenging the sufficiency of misdemeanor accusatory instruments. There will also be opportunities to observe appellate arguments and trial court SORA hearings, and engage in other aspects of the office's practice. Work directly with supervising attorneys. Duties may include: drafting motions, conducting legal research, assisting with investigations, assisting with client interviews, reviewing and organizing discovery, and other duties as assigned. Must be a 2L in good standing. Relevant clinical program or work experience is preferred. Should have demonstrated commitment or interest to indigent defense. Demonstrated commitment and interest in serving racially and socioeconomically oppressed communities is needed.

Application Deadline: February 3, 2023.

Additional Information

Req. #: 22-174. Submit a cover letter and resume.

Company info

Legal Aid Society of New York
67 Targee Street
Staten Island
New York
United States 10301
Website : http://www.legal-aid.org