About the role#
The Children's Law Center is seeking a law student for a summer internship focused on appellate work and legal writing. You will work alongside attorneys on the writing and appellate team to support children involved in family court proceedings. This role provides an opportunity to develop research and writing skills while learning about the role of an attorney for the child.
What you'll do#
- Conduct legal research and factual cite checking for various documents.
- Digest case records, including school, medical, and forensic reports.
- Draft legal documents such as motions and memoranda of law.
- Write sections of trial summations and appellate briefs.
- Observe court proceedings, attorney conferences, and client interviews.
What you'll need#
- Strong research skills.
- Strong writing skills.
Location & details#
- This is a full-time internship running from June 7th to August 13th, 2027.
- The work follows a hybrid schedule.
- The position is located in Brooklyn, New York.
- Students are encouraged to seek external funding or fellowships. Limited stipends may be available if external funding is not secured.
About The Children's Law Center
The Children's Law Center is a nonprofit organization founded in 1997. Based in Brooklyn, New York, the firm employs 94 people. It provides legal representation to children involved in custody, visitation, guardianship, and domestic violence cases. The organization integrates legal services with social work to support children within the court system.
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