(January 2019 Start) We are AARP Foundation Litigation, the litigating unit of AARP Foundation.
We are looking for a top-notch graduating law student with a passion for litigation to work with us to end senior poverty. If you are a critical thinker, an eager learner, and a team player who wants to gain valuable experience in public interest law, read on.
We seek someone who:
- has strong academic credentials and a demonstrated interest in public service.
- is smart, ambitious, and intellectually curious.
- is a diligent researcher and an excellent writer.
- is offended by injustice and wants to do something about it.
Areas of Responsibility:
Working under the supervision of AARP Foundation attorneys, you will:
- Conduct legal research
- Draft memoranda, pleadings, briefs, and other legal documents
- Assist in civil discovery
- Interview current and potential clients
- Work with outside co-counsel
- Participate in litigation strategy
Educational Background:
Current third-year or otherwise graduating law student
Skills/Experience:
- Minimum 3.0 GPA
- Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal skills
- Proficiency with LEXIS and other legal research platforms
- Significant experience with The Blue Book: A Uniform System of Citation
- Demonstrated public interest/public service interest or experience
Compensation/Benefits:
Internships are non-exempt positions and are not eligible for employee benefits.
How to Apply:
https://careers.aarp.org/ShowJob/Id/1860268/AARP-Foundation-Law-Fellow-(January-2019-Start)/
Job Function:
Organization Info
Listing Stats
Post Date:
Nov 15 2018
Active Until:
Dec 15 2018
Hiring Organization:
AARP
industry:
Nonprofit