Job Description
Job Title: Legal Intern Organization: **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW*** Department: Legal Experience: Completed 2nd year of law school and evidence course
Salary Information: Unpaid, but includes round-trip airfare Internship Duration: 12 weeks
H1: Join Our Legal Internship Program at **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW*** H2: Gain Valuable Experience in Criminal and Civil Cases
- Exciting and challenging internship experience for law students - Placement in one of thirteen office locations in Alaska - Represent indigent persons in criminal cases, including court appearances - Opportunity to work on civil cases, such as child in need of aid and mental health commitment proceedings - 12-week work commitment with flexible schedule to accommodate academic schedule - Summer and academic year internships available - Possibility to receive academic credit for externships - Hiring begins in September and continues until all positions are filled - Application materials include cover letter, resume, reference, and writing sample - Contact Claire DeWitte at Anchorage office or via email for application submission
The **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW*** offers an exceptional opportunity for law students to gain hands-on experience in the legal field. As a Legal Intern, you will have the chance to work in one of our thirteen office locations, representing indigent clients in criminal cases and assisting with civil matters. This 12-week internship program is open to students who have completed their second year of law school and have taken a course in evidence.
Our interns play a vital role in our agency, with the opportunity to represent clients in court, negotiate cases, and assist with various legal proceedings. They also have the chance to work with experienced staff attorneys, gaining valuable insights and mentorship. Additionally, interns may receive a permit to appear in court and represent clients in misdemeanor matters under our state's student practice rule.
At the **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***, we handle a variety of cases, including criminal, civil, and juvenile matters. Our interns may also have the opportunity to work on child in need of aid cases, delinquency cases, and mental health commitment proceedings. This diverse experience allows our interns to develop a well-rounded understanding of the legal system and gain valuable skills for their future careers.
While this internship is unpaid, we do provide round-trip airfare for our interns. We also offer flexibility in scheduling to accommodate academic commitments. Students may also have the opportunity to receive academic credit for their externship with us.
Our hiring process begins in September and continues until all positions are filled, which can be until the end of March or beginning of April. We encourage interested students to apply early in the hiring season to secure a spot. Application materials include a cover letter, resume, reference, and writing sample, which can be submitted to Claire DeWitte at our Anchorage office or via email.
Don't miss this opportunity to gain valuable experience in criminal and civil cases while making a difference in the lives of indigent clients. Join our Legal Internship Program at the **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW*** and take the first step towards a successful legal career.
