About this role
Description
- Working closely with attorneys who are members of CLC’s writing/appellate team, a law student intern will have the opportunity to hone legal research and writing skills, and learn about family law and the role of the attorney for the child. The law student would engage in activities, which may include legal research, digesting case records (school, medical, forensic reports), drafting legal documents, including memoranda of law, motions, and/or sections of written trial summations and appellate briefs, and conducting legal and factual cite checking of documents. There also may be opportunities to observe court proceedings, client interviews, and attorney conferences.
Requirements
- Candidates must have strong writing and research skills.
Hybrid Schedule
This summer program will follow a full-time (9am – 5pm) hybrid model, from June 7th – August 13th.
Funding and Financial Support
CLC encourages students to seek law school fellowships and other external funding opportunities to support their internships. Limited stipends may be available for students who are unable to secure alternative funding, subject to available resources.
As an equal opportunity employer, The Children’s Law Center is committed to fostering an inclusive and equitable work environment. All qualified applicants will be afforded equal employment opportunities without discrimination because of race, creed, color, national origin, sex, age, disability or marital status.