Law Student - Public Interest in Los Angeles, CA

Public Interest

Los Angeles, CA

Law Student - Public Interest in Los Angeles, CA

Law Student

No

Job Title: Fall Law Clerks - Bay Area Regional Office

Job Responsibilities:
The position of Fall Law Clerk at the organization involves a range of responsibilities aimed at advocating for the rights of individuals with disabilities. Law interns are expected to:

- Conduct interviews with clients and consumers to understand their legal needs.
- Provide information and guidance on self-advocacy to empower individuals with disabilities.
- Engage in legal research and writing to support ongoing cases and advocacy efforts.
- Analyze and draft legislative documents to influence public policy.
- Represent clients in mediation and administrative hearings across various entities such as school districts, universities, regional centers, and Social Security.
- Assist individuals with psychiatric disabilities who are incarcerated in psychiatric institutions, ensuring the enforcement of their federal, state, constitutional, and statutory rights.
- Help clients file charges of discrimination with agencies such as the . Office of Civil Rights for the Department of Education, . Department of Housing and Urban Development, and the . Equal Employment Opportunity Commission.
- Participate in the investigation of systemic and potentially life-threatening abuse and neglect in state and private facilities serving people with psychiatric and developmental disabilities.
- Conduct legal trainings and engage in multicultural outreach to educate and empower under-represented communities with disabilities.

Education and Experience Information:
The position is open to students who have completed their 1st, 2nd, or 3rd year of law school. While a limited number of paid positions are available, preference is given to work-study and clinical students. The organization’s attorneys are also willing to assist students in developing grant proposals, providing further opportunities for financial support and practical experience.

Salary Information:
The position offers a limited number of paid opportunities, although specific salary details are not provided in the text. Preference for paid positions is given to work-study and clinical students, and the organization supports students in seeking additional funding through grant proposals.

The Fall Law Clerk position at the organization presents a valuable opportunity for law students to gain hands-on experience in disability rights advocacy. Through a combination of client interaction, legal research, policy analysis, and representation in various legal settings, interns will develop a comprehensive understanding of the legal challenges faced by individuals with disabilities and contribute to meaningful change in this area.

May 27, 2025
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