Law Student - Public Interest in Oakland, CA

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Public Interest

Oakland, CA

Law Student - Public Interest in Oakland, CA

Law Student

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Job Title:
Law Clerk

Job Responsibilities:
- Work directly on immigration cases, including citizenship, relief for survivors of domestic violence and other crimes, Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA), removal defense, and other humanitarian relief cases.
- Assist with case preparation under the direction of a staff attorney, which includes 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, such as finalizing application packets for submission, scheduling client appointments, maintaining client files, and coordinating special projects.

Education and Experience Information:
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- 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.
- Second language proficiency desired, preferably in Spanish.
- Strong computer skills, with administrative experience preferred.
- Experience interacting with clients and the public in a professional manner.
- Well-organized, attentive to detail, accurate, and reliable.
- Committed to serving and compassionate about issues faced by low-income immigrant communities.

Salary Information:
- These are unpaid positions.

Additional Information:
- 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.

Note:
This description intends to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. It is not intended to include all duties and responsibilities. The order in which duties and responsibilities are listed is not significant. Because of a need to remain responsive to the needs of our clients and our organization’s operations, responsibilities may be modified at any time.

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. Persons receiving services in our programs are entitled to freedom from harassment and retaliation and reasonable accommodation for qualified disabilities.

Jun 20, 2025
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