Juvenile Rights Practice Legal Intern – Spring 2027
About The Position
The Legal Aid Society's Juvenile Rights Practice (JRP) has non-paid internship openings in its trial offices and specialized units for the Spring 2027 term. We are seeking law students dedicated to children's issues and juvenile justice. Legal interns work directly with JRP attorneys in an inter-disciplinary team with social workers, paralegals, and investigators. JRP attorneys provide legal representation to children, ages 0 to 21, who are before New York City Family Courts on child welfare, PINS (Persons-in-Need-of-Supervision), juvenile delinquency, and termination of parental rights petitions.
Requirements
- Current law school students in good standing 2L's, 3L's, and 3L evening student are encouraged to apply
- Commitment to children's issues and juvenile justice
- Ability to deal effectively with children, adolescents, and family members
- Ability to work collaboratively in a high-volume practice
- Demonstrated commitment and interest in serving racially and socioeconomically oppressed communities
Nice To Haves
- Relevant clinical program or work experience preferred
Responsibilities
- Legal research, motion writing, and home or school visits
- Interviewing of children and caretakers
- Motion practice and trial preparation
- Other duties as assigned
Benefits
- Opportunity to receive a $1,000 stipend from the Howard Rossbach fund for eligible interns
- Stipend established in memory of Judge J. Howard Rossbach
- Stipend awarded through a lottery system to support interns with financial need
- Stipend aims to support 4-5 interns annually
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Intern
Education Level
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