Internship Spring 2027 - CAFL Hyannis

Committee for Public Counsel • Hyannis, MA

2d • Remote

About The Position

The Children and Family Law Division (CAFL) Hyannis Office of CPCS is seeking applicants for Spring 2027 internship positions. We fight for equal justice and human dignity by supporting our clients in achieving their legal and life goals. We zealously advocate for the rights of individuals and promote just public policy to protect the rights of all.

Requirements

• Demonstrated commitment to the principle of zealous advocacy, community-oriented defense, and the protection of fundamental constitutional and human rights.
• Access to reliable transportation in order to travel to courts, clients, and investigation locations that are not easily accessible by public transportation
• Access to a personal computer with home internet access sufficient to work remotely

Responsibilities

• Significant client contact through client interviews and home/placement visits
• Case investigation to assist with trial preparation
• Service advocacy on behalf of clients
• Negotiation with opposing counsel
• Legal research and writing in preparation for motion argument, custody hearings and termination of parental rights trials, or on novel legal issues before the Court
• Reviewing pre-trial discovery and Department of Children and Families (DCF) case files
• Attendance of and participation in education-related matters on behalf of clients, such as suspension hearings and IEP meetings
• Appearances in Juvenile Court on behalf of Child Requiring Assistance clients, if certified
• Interns must agree to keep confidential all information involving client representation, and the work they perform on behalf of our clients.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed