About the role#
The Committee for Public Counsel Services is seeking law students for an internship during the Winter 2027 term. Based in our New Bedford office, you will support attorneys in representing adults facing felony and misdemeanor charges. You will also assist with cases involving civil commitment related to mental health or substance use. This position provides exposure to holistic and vertical representation, allowing you to work on cases from arraignment through to conclusion.
What you'll do#
- Conduct client interviews.
- Perform legal research and draft pretrial motions, affidavits, and legal memoranda.
- Assist with arraignment and bail arguments.
- Participate in pretrial investigations, including visiting crime scenes and interviewing witnesses.
- Argue pretrial motions in court.
- Maintain strict confidentiality regarding all client information.
What you'll need#
- Enrollment in law school with completion of, or current enrollment in, an evidence or trial practice class.
- Written approval from your Dean for SJC Rule 3:03 representation.
- Preferred: SJC Rule 3.03 certification.
- Preferred: Completed coursework in criminal law, constitutional law, critical legal theory, evidence, or trial advocacy.
Location & details#
- This role is located in New Bedford, Massachusetts.
- The position is on-site and full-time.
- This is an unpaid internship.
About Committee for Public Counsel Services
The Committee for Public Counsel Services is a government agency based in Boston, Massachusetts. It manages legal representation for indigent individuals in criminal, civil, and administrative cases where the law requires counsel. The organization coordinates a network of approximately 500 staff attorneys and 3,000 private attorneys. Its work covers areas including child welfare, mental health, and juvenile delinquency.
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