Law Reform Legal Intern Summer 2023

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Law Reform Legal Intern, Summer 2023

The intern will work with the Special Litigation and Law Reform Unit of the Criminal Defense Practice (including the Prisoners' Rights Project). The units of the Society have opportunities for law school students to participate in ground-breaking work on impact litigation and policy initiatives that seek to address systemic issues facing the clients. Interns applying to this position will be assigned to one of these units for the duration of their internship, depending on the preferences of the intern and the needs of the units. These internships offer the opportunity to engage in various aspects of law reform work, depending upon the specific needs of the unit to which the intern is assigned. This may include legal research; factual research; client interviewing; participating in discovery and trial practice as opportunities arise; contributing to legal papers, policy memos, or legislative testimony; and other tasks. Should be a 2L student in good standing. Must have an interest in working on the issues affecting the rights of the clients. Excellent research, writing, and communication skills are essential. A commitment to racial and social justice is a must.

Application Deadline: February 3, 2023.

Additional Information

Req. #: 22-176. 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