Unpaid Law Clerk, Tax Unit
About The Position
Mid-Minnesota Legal Aid (MMLA) is seeking a law student intern for a full academic year clerkship with its Tax Unit. A fall-semester-only option is also available. This is an unpaid clerkship, and MMLA does not provide compensation. Students are encouraged to coordinate fellowship, grant, or academic credit arrangements through their schools. The position is hybrid, with most work conducted remotely using MMLA-issued equipment. In-person work will occur at the downtown Minneapolis office and potentially at community partner locations. This role offers students practical experience and the chance to contribute to their communities. MMLA provides robust training and learning opportunities, valuing diversity, equity, and inclusion. The organization is committed to advancing racial justice and fostering a respectful, supportive workplace.
Requirements
- Current Law School Year 1Ls, 2Ls, and 3Ls are welcome to apply.
- Interest in the legal subject area of the MMLA unit to which the clerk is applying.
- Demonstrated commitment to public interest work.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
- Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) principles.
- Work, volunteer, or lived experience with diverse economic, social, rural, and/or cultural communities.
Nice To Haves
- Fluency in one or more additional languages is highly valued. Please highlight this skill in your application.
Responsibilities
- Complete onboarding and training.
- Assist with intake and case management.
- Manage a small caseload of assigned matters.
- Conduct legal research.
- Draft legal pleadings.
- Assist with unit-specific projects.
- If appropriate cases are available, assist with litigation.
Benefits
- MMLA offers all clerks robust training and practical learning opportunities to help build their skills.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
