About the role#
The Konare Law Summer Associate Program is a 10-week experience for 1L and 2L law students. You will work alongside attorneys on active cases and participate in daily firm operations. This role focuses on substantive legal work rather than observation.
What you'll do#
- Draft memoranda, briefs, parole documentation requests, and waivers under attorney supervision.
- Conduct legal research in immigration law using Westlaw and other resources.
- Assist with case preparation for removal defense, family-based, and employment-based immigration matters.
- Review and summarize immigration policy changes, case law, and relevant developments.
- Observe and participate in client consultations, court proceedings, and case strategy meetings.
- Support attorneys during litigation and administrative proceedings before USCIS and immigration courts.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment as a 1L or 2L at an ABA-accredited law school.
- A strong academic record.
- Excellent research, writing, and analytical skills.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- A genuine interest in immigration law and access to justice.
Location & details#
- Location: Frederick, Maryland.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Modality: On-site.
- Status: Full-time and paid at $20 per hour.
- Note: We participate in E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility.
About Konare Law
Konare Law is an immigration law firm founded in 2011. It operates out of Frederick, Maryland, with additional office locations in Baltimore, Miami, and San Diego. The firm employs between 11 and 50 people. It provides legal representation for family-based immigration, employment visas, asylum cases, and deportation defense.
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