Intern – Legal Advocacy Internship

A Safe Place-posted 25 days ago
Part-time • Intern
Waukegan, IL
51-100 employees
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Step into the courtroom and stand beside survivors seeking justice. The Legal Advocacy Internship at A Safe Place provides aspiring legal professionals with frontline experience in domestic violence law, survivor advocacy, and the real-world impact of trauma-informed legal services. This internship immerses students in the Legal Advocacy Program, which supports survivors through: Courtroom accompaniment Order of Protection filings Crisis safety planning Systemic advocacy with prosecutors, law enforcement, and community partners You will learn how advocacy and justice intersect in one of the most mission-driven and survivor-centered legal programs in Lake County.

  • Support legal advocates during client intakes, preparing documentation for Orders of Protection and safety planning
  • Shadow court appearances, learn courtroom procedures, and observe advocacy in action
  • Help develop legal resource guides and support materials for survivors
  • Assist in maintaining confidential case files and digital records in compliance with agency protocols
  • Participate in public education events, police trainings, or law enforcement briefings
  • Observe coordination between legal, crisis, and housing teams for holistic survivor care
  • Research domestic violence policy updates, county-level procedures, and survivor protections under Illinois law
  • Pursuing a degree in Pre-Law, Legal Studies, Criminal Justice, Social Work, or a related field
  • Passionate about justice, survivor safety, and systems-level change
  • Strong emotional intelligence and sensitivity to trauma
  • Organized, proactive, and ready to contribute in fast-paced environments
  • Comfortable working both independently and collaboratively
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office, Teams, and digital documentation tools
  • Strong communicator with a heart for social justice and survivor-centered care
  • Able to maintain confidentiality and uphold ethical standards
  • Reliable transportation and flexibility to attend events or court sessions during the day
  • Completion of the 40-hour Domestic Violence & Crisis Intervention Training is a requirement for all interns. This training is provided by A Safe Place at a discounted cost of $150.
  • Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred, but not required
  • In-depth knowledge of how legal advocacy supports survivors of domestic violence
  • Shadowing opportunities with legal advocates, prosecutors, and court personnel
  • Experience supporting survivors through high-stakes legal transitions
  • Training in trauma-informed practices, Illinois Domestic Violence Act, Orders of Protection, and court protocols
  • The opportunity to make a tangible difference in someone's pursuit of safety and justice
  • A resume-building, meaningful experience in survivor advocacy, public interest law, or court-based support
  • Training in the Illinois Model for Comprehensive Assessment of Needs and Strengths (IM+CANS)
  • 40-Hour Domestic Violence Certification Training (Provided at a discounted rate)
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