Law Reform Legal Intern Spring 2023

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Law Reform Legal Intern, Spring 2023

The intern will work with the Special Litigation and Law Reform Unit of the Criminal Defense Practice (including the Prisoners' Rights Project). The 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. Interns will be asked to rank which of the law reform units they would most prefer to work in and will be matched depending on experience and organizational needs. Internships are open to 2L and 3L students in good standing. Should have an interest in working on the issues affecting the rights of clients, particularly tailored to the unit(s) prioritized by the intern. Excellent research, writing, and communication skills are needed.

Application Deadline: January 6, 2023.

Additional Information

Req. #: 22-190. Apply online and submit a cover letter and resume.

Company info

Legal Aid Society of New York
199 Water Street
New York
New York
United States 10038
Website : http://www.legal-aid.org