Job Title: Internship Opportunities - Summer 2026 - Public Defender Division - Statewide Job Responsibilities: Interns will engage in various tasks under the guidance of attorneys, Social Services Advocates, and Investigators within the Public Defender Division. Responsibilities include providing legal representation and advocacy to indigent clients charged with criminal offenses in both the District and Superior Courts. Interns will also participate in: - Legal research and
Title: Law Clerk – **Members Only** 2026-2027 Job Responsibilities: The Law Clerk in the **Members Only** is responsible for performing a variety of legal research and writing assignments to assist the judges of the Juvenile Court. The clerk will work directly with judges and under the supervision of the Deputy Legal Counsel – Research Services, Assistant Deputy Court Administrator – Chief Legal Counsel, and the Chief Justice. Key responsibilities include: - Assisting judges in matters bef...
Summer Legal Internship Opportunities Legal Interns assist prosecutors in the Juvenile, District, and Superior Courts and the Appeals and Training Bureau. First year law students gain experience in legal research, writing, and case preparation. Second year law students who are certified under SJC Rule 3:03 may appear in Juvenile and District Courts as a student prosecutor, supervised by an Assistant District Attorney can apply. Work for Division : Appeals & Training Bureau
Summer Legal Internship The intern will join District Courts Division. There are eleven District Courts and three Juvenile Courts located in Middlesex County. Law students who have completed their second year of law school and who are eligible for Student Practitioner Certification under Supreme Judicial Court Rule 3:03 can apply to intern in those courts. Certified student practitioners represent the Commonwealth of Massachusetts during court proceedings (. arraignments,
Academic Year Legal Internship The intern will join Appeals & Training Bureau. The Appeals & Training Bureau is responsible for handling all appellate matters before the Appeals Court and the Supreme Judicial Court. This internship presents the student intern with opportunities to develop legal writing and researching skills, with a concentration in appellate practice. The student intern will work closely with an experienced appellate practitioner on actual cases on appeal t
Academic Year Legal Internship The intern will join Child Protection Unit. The Child Protection Unit investigates and prosecutes cases involving child sexual abuse, serious child physical abuse, and child exploitation. A multi-disciplinary team approach is utilized to minimize secondary trauma to the child victim and to reduce the number of investigative interviews and court appearances for the child. Student interns work directly with the prosecutors and assist them with ca
Academic Year Legal Internship The intern will join District Courts Division. There are eleven District Courts and three Juvenile Courts located in Middlesex County. Law students who have completed their second year of law school and who are eligible for Student Practitioner Certification under Supreme Judicial Court Rule 3:03 can apply to intern in those courts. Certified student practitioners represent the Commonwealth of Massachusetts during court proceedings (. arraig
Academic Year Legal Internship The intern will joinElder Abuse & Disabled Persons Protection Unit. The Elder Abuse & Disabled Persons Protection Unit is a team of prosecutors and victim witness advocates who are trained in the investigation and prosecution of physical and financial abuse against the elderly and the disabled. Interns assist in reviewing referrals and investigations from the Disabled Persons Protection Commission, research legal issues, prepare motions to dism
Academic Year Legal Internship The intern will join Superior Court Trial Teams Division. The MDAO has four Regional Superior Court Trial Teams (Cambridge, Framingham, Lowell, and Malden). Each team is responsible for the investigation and prosecution of major felonies. Student interns research evidentiary issues, draft motions and memoranda in opposition to defense motions, assist with discovery compliance and trial exhibits, take notes during trial regarding trial testimony
Job Title: Internship Opportunities - Summer 2026 - Public Defender Division Job Responsibilities: Interns in the Public Defender Division (PDD) will engage closely with attorneys, Social Services Advocates, and Investigators to deliver legal representation and advocacy for indigent clients facing criminal charges in both District and Superior Courts. The internship will provide a wide array of opportunities, including but not limited to: - Conducting legal research and wr
Job Title: Internship Opportunities - Summer 2026 - Children and Family Law Division - Statewide Job Responsibilities: Interns in the Children and Family Law Division (CAFL) will assist lawyers and work closely with social workers to represent children and parents in cases involving the Department of Children and Families (DCF) when children are removed from their homes due to claims of neglect or abuse. This role also involves providing legal representation in child requiri
Job Title: Internship Opportunities - Summer 2026 - Youth Advocacy Division Job Responsibilities: Interns in the Youth Advocacy Division will work alongside lawyers dedicated to providing zealous legal representation to children in Massachusetts. Their responsibilities include: - Assisting lawyers and collaborating with social workers to represent juveniles in delinquency and youthful offender cases. - Conducting legal research and writing to support case preparations. - Eng
Summer Legal Internship The intern will join District Courts Division. There are eleven District Courts and three Juvenile Courts located in Middlesex County. Law students who have completed their second year of law school and who are eligible for Student Practitioner Certification under Supreme Judicial Court Rule 3:03 can apply to intern in those courts. Certified student practitioners represent the Commonwealth of Massachusetts during court proceedings (. arraignments,
Summer Legal Internship The intern will join Elder Abuse & Disabled Persons Protection Unit. The Elder Abuse & Disabled Persons Protection Unit is a team of prosecutors and victim witness advocates who are trained in the investigation and prosecution of physical and financial abuse against the elderly and the disabled. Interns assist in reviewing referrals and investigations from the Disabled Persons Protection Commission, research legal issues, prepare motions to dismiss an
Summer Legal Internship The intern will join Superior Court Trial Teams Division. Legal Interns assist prosecutors in the Juvenile, District, and Superior Courts and the Appeals and Training Bureau. Internships are unpaid, but there may be a work-study program or other funding available through your law school. First year law students gain experience in legal research, writing, and case preparation. Second year law students who are certified under SJC Rule 3:03 may appear in
Academic Year Legal Internship The intern will join Appeals & Training Bureau. The Appeals & Training Bureau is responsible for handling all appellate matters before the Appeals Court and the Supreme Judicial Court. This internship presents the student intern with opportunities to develop legal writing and researching skills, with a concentration in appellate practice. The student intern will work closely with an experienced appellate practitioner on actual cases on appeal t
Academic Year Legal Internship The intern will join Child Protection Unit. The Child Protection Unit investigates and prosecutes cases involving child sexual abuse, serious child physical abuse, and child exploitation. A multi-disciplinary team approach is utilized to minimize secondary trauma to the child victim and to reduce the number of investigative interviews and court appearances for the child. Student interns work directly with the prosecutors and assist them with ca
Academic Year Legal Internship The intern will join District Courts Division. There are eleven District Courts and three Juvenile Courts located in Middlesex County. Law students who have completed their second year of law school and who are eligible for Student Practitioner Certification under Supreme Judicial Court Rule 3:03 can apply to intern in those courts. Certified student practitioners represent the Commonwealth of Massachusetts during court proceedings (. arraig
Academic Year Legal Internship The intern will join Elder Abuse & Disabled Persons Protection Unit. The Elder Abuse & Disabled Persons Protection Unit is a team of prosecutors and victim witness advocates who are trained in the investigation and prosecution of physical and financial abuse against the elderly and the disabled. Interns assist in reviewing referrals and investigations from the Disabled Persons Protection Commission, research legal issues, prepare motions to dis
Academic Year Legal Internship The intern will join Special Investigations Unit. The Special Investigations Unit is a team of prosecutors, Massachusetts State Police and civilian investigative specialists who are dedicated to the investigation and prosecution of high level narcotics, organized crime, public integrity, terrorism, corruption, and cyber crimes. Student interns will be responsible for assisting trial attorneys in trial preparation, including preparing documents
Summer Legal Internship The intern will join Superior Court Trial Teams Division. The MDAO has four Regional Superior Court Trial Teams (Cambridge, Framingham, Lowell, and Malden). Each team is responsible for the investigation and prosecution of major felonies. Student interns research evidentiary issues, draft motions and memoranda in opposition to defense motions, assist with discovery compliance and trial exhibits, take notes during trial regarding trial testimony, etc.
Job Title: 2026 Summer Internship (Undergrad) Job Responsibilities: Interns at the organization work under the direct supervision of a licensed investigator and collaborate closely with staff attorneys and their clients. Their responsibilities include: - Interviewing witnesses and writing detailed reports. - Taking photographs and diagramming crime scenes. - Delivering subpoenas to witnesses. - Gathering records and other essential documents for the defense. - Assisting atto
Job Title: 2026 Summer Legal Intern (2L) Job Responsibilities: - Participate in a ten-week, full-time internship program with the organization. - Obtain certification to appear in New Hampshire’s circuit and superior courts. - Work under the supervision of an assigned mentor or staff attorney. - Interview juvenile and adult clients facing criminal and delinquency prosecution. - Conduct arraignments and bail hearings. - Represent clients in New Hampshire’s courts. - Handl...
Job Title: Summer 2026 Legal Intern (1L) Job Responsibilities: - Engage in extensive client contact under supervision, working closely with staff attorneys on misdemeanor, juvenile, and felony cases. - Conduct legal research and draft motions to assist staff attorneys in the preparation for hearings and trials. - Participate in the ten-week, full-time internship program designed for students who have completed their first year of law school by June 2026. - Work collaborative
Title: Law Clerk – **Members Only** 2026-2027 Job Title: Law Clerk – **Members Only** 2026-2027 Job Responsibilities: The law clerk is responsible for supporting the judges of the Juvenile Court by undertaking legal research and writing tasks. Key responsibilities include: - Assisting judges in court matters by discussing legal issues. - Conducting thorough and precise legal research and analysis using both online and book resources. - Communicating research and analysis results clearly and ...
Job Title: Internship Opportunities - Summer 2026 - Public Defender Division - Statewide Job Responsibilities: Interns within the Public Defender Division will collaborate closely with attorneys, Social Services Advocates, and Investigators to provide legal representation and advocacy to indigent clients charged with criminal offenses. These responsibilities will span both District and Superior Courts. Interns will be engaged in a variety of tasks, including legal research a
Job Title Internship Opportunities - Summer 2026 - Children and Family Law Division Job Responsibilities Interns at the Children and Family Law Division will assist lawyers and work closely with social workers to represent children and parents in cases involving the removal of children from their homes by the Department of Children and Families (DCF) due to claims of neglect or abuse. Responsibilities include: - Significant client contact through interviews and home/place
Job Title: Internship Opportunities - Summer 2026 - Youth Advocacy Division - Statewide Job Responsibilities: Interns in the Youth Advocacy Division will work alongside lawyers dedicated to ensuring that every child in Massachusetts has access to zealous legal representation, incorporating a Positive Youth Development approach in delinquency and youthful offender cases. Responsibilities include assisting lawyers and collaborating closely with social workers to represent juve
Title: Law Clerk – **Members Only** 2026-2027 Job Title: Law Clerk - **Members Only** 2026-2027 Job Responsibilities: The primary responsibilities of the Law Clerk in the **Members Only** include assisting judges with legal research and writing assignments. Law clerks work directly with judges and are supervised by the Deputy Legal Counsel – Research Services, the Assistant Deputy Court Administrator – Chief Legal Counsel, and the Chief Justice. Specific duties include: - Discussing legal issues wit...
Job Title Internship Opportunities - Summer 2026 - Public Defender Division Job Responsibilities Interns will work closely with attorneys, Social Services Advocates, and Investigators to provide legal representation and advocacy to indigent clients charged with criminal offenses in both the District and Superior Courts. Responsibilities include legal research and writing, arraignment and bail advocacy, second seating trials, and pretrial investigations, which involve visi
Job Title: Internship Opportunities - Summer 2026 - Youth Advocacy Division - Statewide Job Responsibilities: Interns in the Youth Advocacy Division (YAD) will work alongside lawyers dedicated to ensuring that every child in Massachusetts has access to zealous legal representation, particularly in delinquency and youthful offender cases. Key responsibilities include: - Assisting lawyers and collaborating closely with social workers to represent juveniles. - Providing effect
Job Title: Internship Opportunities - Summer 2026 - Youth Advocacy Division - Statewide Job Responsibilities: Interns in the Youth Advocacy Division are responsible for supporting lawyers in providing zealous legal representation to juveniles in delinquency and youthful offender cases. This involves: - Assisting lawyers and working closely with social workers to represent juveniles. - Engaging in legal research and writing. - Participating in arraignment and bail advocacy.
Job Title Internship Opportunities - Summer 2026 - Public Defender Division Job Responsibilities Interns within the Public Defender Division (PDD) will collaborate closely with attorneys, Social Services Advocates, and Investigators to provide legal representation and advocacy for indigent clients facing criminal charges in District and Superior Courts. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: - Conducting legal research and writing - Engaging in arraignment an
Title: Law Clerk – **Members Only** 2026-2027 Job Responsibilities: The primary responsibility of the Law Clerk in the **Members Only** is to perform legal research and writing assignments to assist the judges of the Juvenile Court. The role involves working directly with judges and under the supervision of the Deputy Legal Counsel – Research Services, Assistant Deputy Court Administrator – Chief Legal Counsel, and the Chief Justice. Key duties include: - Assisting judges in matters before...
Contract Specialist, GS-07 Duties: The candidate follows established procedures to procure off-the-shelf materials, which are available from numerous commercial sources, and are easily identified by common names for which standard price lists are available. Prepares Invitation for Bid (IFB), Request for Quotation (RFQ) or Request for Proposal (RFP) ensuring that technical descriptions and appropriate contract clauses are included. Assists in monitoring contract performance a
Law Clerk The Honorable Judge Bruce M. Selya The candidate should have excellent academic grades. Should have completed second year of law school.
Law Clerk The Honorable Judge Michael Boudin The candidate should have excellent academic grades. Should have completed second year of law school.
Law Clerk The Honorable Judge Sandra L. Lynch The candidate should have excellent academic grades. Should have completed second year of law school.
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The First Circuit Court of Appeals, located in Boston, MA, is currently seeking a Temporary Legal Intern to join their team. This is a unique opportunity for individuals interested in gaining hands-on experience in the legal field while working with a prestigious organization. The internship will provide exposure to a variety of legal areas and offer the chance to work with experienced attorneys and judges. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to contribute to t