Spanish-speaking Intern Summer Law Student Intern Program in Education Advocacy

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Spanish-speaking Intern —Summer Law Student Intern Program in Education Advocacy
Interns will work closely with clients (families of children ages 0-21 in NYC) throughout all stages of representation from intake to investigation to settlement negotiations and from preparation to possible execution of administrative hearings regarding the provision of special education services. The administrative hearings in special education cases, called impartial hearings, involve legal research, opening statements, direct and cross examination, and closing arguments. Interns also assist attorneys with impact litigation and policy reform initiatives. Will meet weekly for training sessions to learn about relevant law, regulations, cases, and trial skills. Interns are also matched with attorney mentors with whom they meet regularly to discuss cases and assignments. Visit a variety of schools and other educational programs throughout the summer. Law students are wecome.
Duration: 10 weeks
Period: June 1, 2021 until August 6, 2021
Interviews taking place on October 22ndand 23rd.
Review: October 12, 2020 at 11:59 pm
Students who apply by January 3, 2021 at 11:59pm will be considered for interviews taking place on January 21 and 22.
Deadline: January 3, 2021at 11:59 pm.

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