Legal Intern Job at New York State Unified Court System, New York, NY

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  • New York State Unified Court System
  • New York, NY

Job Description

The Appellate Division, Third Department is seeking highly motivated and hardworking law students for summer internships in the trial level courts. These positions offer an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on legal experience and exposure to appellate court proceedings. Interns will be assigned to work in either St. Lawrence, Otsego, or Clinton Counties with rotations through various courts and legal offices, providing them with a well-rounded perspective on the judicial process.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Assist with legal research and writing tasks, including drafting memoranda, opinions, and other legal documents.
  • Observe oral arguments and trials in courts.
  • Participate in case preparation and review, assisting judges and court staff with research and analysis of legal issues.
  • Attend hearings and trials to gain exposure to legal proceedings at various levels of the judicial system.
  • Collaborate with court staff to assist in ongoing cases and legal matters.
  • Provide general support to the court’s operations and participate in any additional duties as needed.

There are currently 6 positions available which will rotate among various court stakeholders and through various courts located in either St. Lawrence, Otsego, or Clinton Counties. This internship program is designed to expose law students to rural legal practices, providing valuable experience and encouraging students to consider pursuing a legal career in rural settings, where unique challenges and opportunities abound. The Internship program will run for a 6-week period in June and July. Candidates should have an interest in working and learning about the justice system and/or legal profession.

Qualifications:

Currently enrolled as a 2L student at an accredited law school, entering third year of studies in the upcoming fall.

To Apply: Please submit a resume, cover letter and legal writing sample to [email protected]

Job Tags

Summer internship,

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