Law Student - Public Interest in Lowell, MA

Public Interest

Lowell, MA

Law Student - Public Interest in Lowell, MA

Law Student

No

Job Title: Spring Internship - Elder Unit

Job Responsibilities:
- Engage in client-centered, holistic advocacy to support low-income and elderly clients.
- Participate in direct client contact and case management to provide comprehensive legal assistance.
- Conduct intakes and fact gathering to build strong cases.
- Undertake research and writing projects on both small and large scales to support legal work.
- Attend unit and all-staff meetings to stay informed and engaged with the team.
- Observe court proceedings to gain practical legal insights.
- Make court appearances if 3:03 certified, offering hands-on legal experience.
- Participate in supervision and mentorship opportunities within the practice area for professional development.
- Attend regularly scheduled Learning Lunches, Intern Meetings, and other group events, especially during the summer internship season.

Education and Experience Information:
- Open to law students at all levels and undergraduate students interested in legal advocacy.
- Students from various law schools across the country are encouraged to apply for spring, summer, fall, and winter internships.
- Dedicated and thoughtful college students are also welcome to apply.
- Interns should have a strong interest in making a difference in the lives of low-income and elderly clients.

Salary Information:
- The internships offered by the organization are unpaid.
- Students are encouraged to inquire with their schools about funding opportunities for public interest internships.
- The organization assists with any required paperwork for fulfilling public interest documentation.

Additional Information:
- The organization recruits student interns from various law schools for spring, summer, fall, and winter internships.
- Interviews typically take place via Zoom.
- Interns are placed in offices located in Lynn, Lawrence, and Lowell, with supervisors available in each office.
- Internship recruitment for the summer cohort begins in January and continues through May or until all spaces are filled.
- Interns are asked for location and unit preferences to ensure the best match for their interests and goals.
- The organization provides a comprehensive orientation and inter-office intern get-togethers to enhance the internship experience.