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Law Student 106 in Tacoma, WA **

Northwest Immigrant Rights Project. Oct 28,2014 Location Tacoma WA
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Public Interest

Law Student

Litigation - Whistleblower - CFTC

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Summer Internship 2015 Interns will directly represent detainees under the supervision of the attorneys in removal proceedings. Appearing in immigration court hearings, preparing clients for court, preparing witnesses, drafting a number of legal briefs and making oral arguments in court. Conduct “Know Your Rights” presentations at the NWDC to groups of detainees; Conduct intakes with individual detainees; Conduct workshops to assist detainees with applying for relief; Identify legal issues and potential forms of relief for detainees; Draft pro se briefs for detainees; Perform a variety of administrative tasks.

Qualification and Experience

Interns should be in first, second and third year Law students. Excellent written and oral communication skills, an interest in immigration law, an ability to work in a diverse and fast‐paced work environment, and a commitment to advancing and defending the legal rights of low‐income immigrants and refugees. Proficient in a second language, especially Spanish, are strongly preferred.

Deadline: December 7, 2014

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