2026 Summer Law Clerk POSITION OVERVIEW The organization is seeking law clerks for Summer 2026 to enhance environmental protections at various governmental levels under the Clean Air Act, the Clean Water Act, and other federal and state environmental laws. This position offers flexibility, allowing for remote, hybrid, or in-person work at the organization's DC office. JOB RESPONSIBILITIES Law clerks will engage in: - Legal research and writing related to environmental, ad
Job Title: Staff Attorney Job Responsibilities: The Staff Attorney at the organization is tasked with providing expert legal services to unaccompanied children facing removal proceedings. This includes zealous direct representation and pro bono facilitation, which involves consultation, training, and technical assistance to pro bono attorneys handling organization cases. The Staff Attorney is also responsible for supervising Senior Paralegals, Paralegals, interns, and other
Job Title: Paralegal Job Responsibilities: The Paralegal is responsible for supporting the delivery of legal services through various case support tasks in coordination with attorneys. Key responsibilities include: - Conducting legal research and filling out immigration benefits and other standard forms. - Drafting affidavits and basic motions. - Assisting with hearing and interview preparation. - Maintaining case files and data entry in the case management database. - Condu
Job Title: Senior Attorney - Detained Job Responsibilities: - Oversee a team of attorneys and paralegals to ensure the provision of high-quality intakes and legal orientations for unaccompanied children residing in immigration detention facilities. - Review intakes by detained team and make determinations regarding eligibility for immigration relief. - Liaison with shelter staff and other stakeholders as needed to maximize efficient and effective services to detained childre
Job Title: Summer Internship Job Responsibilities: Internship opportunities are available for students pursuing Associate, Bachelor, and Law degrees. The responsibilities and experiences vary according to the academic level of the student and the specific program needs. Law Students: - Conduct legal research and writing on civil rights issues relevant to the organization's clients. - Analyze statutes (both State and federal) and synthesize relevant cases to draw conclusion
Job Title: Spring Internship Job Responsibilities: - Law Students: - Conduct legal research and writing on civil rights topics related to the organization's clients. - Analyze state and federal statutes and synthesize relevant cases to draw conclusions. - Engage in topics like involuntary medication, the constitutionality of requiring a conservator for acceptance, restraints, and patient cell phone use in hospital units. - Interview clients, observe or participate in th
Job Title: Experienced Immigration Attorney Job Responsibilities: - Maintain an active caseload of representation and advice cases, which includes regular court and/or administrative hearing appearances across the state. - Conduct community outreaches both remotely and in-person while coordinating with other agencies working with clients. - Identify larger trends and issues affecting clients and work to develop strategies to respond to those trends and issues. - Collaborate
Job Title: Summer Internship Job Responsibilities: Internship opportunities are available for students pursuing Associate, Bachelor, and Law degrees. The responsibilities vary based on the level of education and field of study, but generally include the following: 1. Law Students: - Conduct legal research and writing on civil rights issues experienced by the organization's clients. - Prepare research memos by analyzing state and federal statutes, synthesizing relevant cas
Job Title: Spring Internship Job Responsibilities: Internship opportunities are available for students pursuing Associate, Bachelor, and Law degrees. The roles and responsibilities vary according to the level of education and specialization: 1. Law Students: - Conduct legal research and writing on civil rights issues experienced by the organization's clients. - Analyze state and federal statutes, synthesize relevant cases, and draw conclusions. - Research topics may incl
Job Title: Summer Internship Job Responsibilities: Internship opportunities are available for students pursuing Associate, Bachelor, and Law degrees. The internships are designed to provide hands-on experience and enhance the understanding of civil rights issues affecting persons with psychiatric disabilities. The responsibilities vary according to the level of education and field of study: 1. Law Students: - Conduct legal research and writing on topics related to civil ri
Job Title: Spring Internship Job Responsibilities: Internship opportunities at the organization are designed for students pursuing Associate, Bachelor, and Law degrees. The responsibilities of interns may vary depending on their area of study and the needs of the organization. However, the organization aims to match the skills of the interns with program needs to ensure mutual benefit. 1. Law Students: - Conduct legal research and writing on topics related to civil rights
Job Title: Staff Attorney: Housing Job Responsibilities: The Staff Attorney will work within the organization to provide legal representation and advocacy for low-income and elderly residents regarding housing issues. Key responsibilities include: - Representing tenants in eviction cases. - Assisting tenants who face denials or terminations from public and subsidized housing programs. - Handling various housing-related legal matters. - Participating regularly in a Housing C
Job Title: Staff Attorney: Housing and Homelessness Job Responsibilities: The Staff Attorney will be responsible for representing tenants in eviction cases and assisting those facing denials or terminations from public and subsidized housing programs. Additionally, the attorney will support families appealing denials or terminations from the state's Emergency Assistance homeless shelter program. A key component of this role involves regular participation in a Housing Court l
Job Title: Staff Attorney: Crimmigration Job Responsibilities: The Staff Attorney for Crimmigration at the organization is responsible for providing legal assistance to individuals who encounter legal barriers due to their criminal records. Key duties include: - Representation in criminal record sealing and expungement proceedings. - Representation in appeals of public and subsidized housing or employment denials resulting from criminal records. - Advising clients on the imm
Job Title: Staff Attorney: Housing and Homelessness Job Responsibilities: The staff attorney will be responsible for representing tenants in eviction cases, as well as tenants facing denials or terminations from public and subsidized housing programs. Additionally, the attorney will represent families appealing denials or terminations from the state's Emergency Assistance homeless shelter program. Regular participation in a Housing Court lawyer-for-the-day program is expecte
Job Title: Staff Attorney: Family Preservation Project Job Responsibilities: The Staff Attorney will be a part of an interdisciplinary advocacy team within the organization, working collaboratively with a case manager and parent advocate. The primary responsibility of the attorney is to provide legal assistance to parents involved with the Massachusetts Department of Children and Families (DCF). The attorney's role is integral to the Family Preservation Project, which aims t
Job Title: Summer Internship Job Responsibilities: Interns will engage in a variety of tasks, depending on their education level, to support the organization’s mission and operations. Responsibilities are tailored to align with the intern's skills and the organization's program needs. Law Students: - Conduct legal research and writing on civil rights issues relevant to the organization's clients. - Prepare research memos by analyzing state and federal statutes and synthes...
Job Title: Spring Internship Job Responsibilities: Internship opportunities are designed for students pursuing Associate, Bachelor, and Law degrees. Interns will be involved in various tasks tailored to their field of study, with the organization aiming to match the students' skills with the organization's program needs to ensure a mutually beneficial experience. For Law Students: - Conduct legal research and writing on civil rights issues affecting the organization's clie