Part-Time Legal Internship

Indiana Legal Services • Indianapolis, IN

3d • Hybrid

About The Position

Indiana Legal Services, Inc. (ILS) is a statewide, not-for-profit organization that provides free legal services to eligible clients in civil cases through 8 branch offices. This internship position is with the ILS Consumer Advocacy Project, addressing legal barriers to families utilizing financial coaching and services to achieve financial stability and growth at Southeast Community Services in Indianapolis through the Twin Aire Promise (TAP) initiative. The TAP initiative is funded by a Lilly Endowment grant, which includes this internship. As part of the initiative, the ILS Consumer Advocacy Project (CAP) is regularly onsite at the community center to provide legal assistance and regular legal education for the community. ILS is committed to being an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from all qualified individuals.

Requirements

• Dedication to the mission of Indiana Legal Services, which is to use the law to fight poverty and racism, empower clients, and improve access to justice.
• Enrollment in law school or recent graduation from law school.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Ability and willingness to learn.
• Ability to work as a team member and collaborate with others.
• Ability to comply with ILS policies and procedures and competently perform all job duties.

Nice To Haves

• Trial practice
• Professional ethics course completion
• Certified legal intern status

Responsibilities

• Research and writing
• Client interaction (meetings and phone calls)
• Interaction with community partner staff
• Drafting pleadings and correspondence
• Hearing preparation and attendance
• Investigation and development of facts in individual cases
• Strategizing with ILS attorneys on individual cases
• Attending meetings, trainings, and education sessions

Benefits

• Paid bi-weekly at $18.00 per hour

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Intern