Intern - Pro Bono (Year-round)

Willkie Farr & Gallagher LLP•New York, NY

1d•$20 - $22•Onsite

About The Position

The New York office of Willkie Farr & Gallagher LLP is looking for a Pro Bono Intern to support the Pro Bono Team. Willkie is an elite international law firm of approximately 1,300 lawyers located in 16 offices in six countries. The Pro Bono Intern will support the Pro Bono team and provide administrative and operational support on pro bono matters. The Intern will gain valuable hands-on experience in a law firm environment. We will work around school schedules for interns to be able to work on a part-time, year-round basis. The ideal candidate should have strong computer skills and the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment. Candidates should be willing to commit two to three days in office, specifically Tuesday, Wednesday and/or Thursday for a year-long internship.

Requirements

Must be in the process of completing an undergraduate college degree or similar degree
Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite
Ability to have strong organizational and time management while maintaining a strong attention to detail
Excellent written and verbal communication skills and ability to build interpersonal relationships
Ability to commit up to two to three days in office, specifically Tuesday, Wednesday and/or Thursday in office, for a yearlong internship.

Nice To Haves

Previous office experience a plus

Responsibilities

Support the Pro Bono Department with a variety of tasks, including:
Conduct legal research and draft memoranda on pro bono matters
Assist with client intake, case file organization, and maintaining case tracking databases
Help prepare correspondence and other legal documents
Provide exceptional administrative and substantive support to pro bono attorneys and staff while maintaining clear and timely communication
Assist with outreach efforts, event coordination, and partnership initiatives with legal aid organizations and nonprofit partners
Perform other duties as assigned