Law Student - Public Interest in Napa, CA

Public Interest

Napa, CA

Law Student - Public Interest in Napa, CA

Law Student

No

Job Title: Law Student Intern / Extern / Law Clerk

Job Responsibilities:
- Work directly on immigration cases, including citizenship, relief for survivors of domestic violence and other crimes, DACA, removal defense, and other humanitarian relief cases.
- Assist with case preparation under the direction of a staff attorney. This may involve consulting with and interviewing clients, writing client and witness declarations and other documents, compiling evidence, completing immigration applications, and conducting legal and factual research.
- Conduct eligibility screenings and consultations for potential clients.
- Participate in pro bono legal clinics sponsored by the organization and/or its partners.
- Maintain documents and prepare forms using electronic case management systems.
- Communicate with clients in person, on the phone, and by mail and email.
- Assist with general office responsibilities as needed, including finalizing application packets for submission, scheduling client appointments, maintaining client files, and coordinating special projects.

Education and Experience Information:
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- Second language proficiency desired, preferably in Spanish.
- Preferably able to commit to 10 or more hours per week during the academic year and 10 weeks of full-time work during the summer.
- Well-organized, attentive to detail, accurate, and reliable.
- Strong computer skills, with administrative experience preferred.
- Experience interacting with clients and the public in a professional manner.
- Committed to serve and compassionate about issues faced by low-income immigrant communities.

Salary Information:
- These are unpaid positions.

Benefits:
- Gain direct and varied substantive legal experience in a well-respected, collegial immigration law office.
- Receive hands-on supervision and mentoring, and have access to trainings and other learning opportunities.
- If applicable, earn class credit or fulfill community service requirements.
- Give back to the community, and make a difference for Bay Area residents in need.

Additional Information:
This position provides law students with an opportunity to gain experience in humanitarian immigration law through work on individual legal cases and, depending on the needs of the office, outreach or other special projects. The organization emphasizes a diverse and inclusive work environment and is committed to equity, promoting diversity, multiculturalism, and inclusion in all its operations. The organization recruits, employs, trains, compensates, and promotes regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, veteran status, and other protected status as required by applicable law. Individuals receiving services in the organization's programs are entitled to freedom from harassment and retaliation and reasonable accommodation for qualified disabilities. The description provided is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not exhaustive and responsibilities may be modified at any time to remain responsive to client needs and organizational operations.

Jun 20, 2025
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