Legal Aid Society of Northeastern New York
Law Clerk Opportunities - Saratoga
Legal Aid Society of Northeastern New York, Saratoga Springs, New York, United States
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Law Clerk Opportunities - Saratoga
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Legal Aid Society of Northeastern New York (LASNNY) .
Job Summary The Legal Aid Society of Northeastern New York provides free civil legal services and education to people with low income or other barriers to accessing the legal system. Law clerks will assist with client interactions, research, writing, and court appearances. Positions may be remote or in person, with hybrid options available.
Responsibilites and Hiring Criteria
Commitment to providing legal services to the poor.
Excellent research and writing skills.
Ability to work well under stress and time pressure.
Prior relevant experience in legal services to the poor, especially law school clinical experience.
Speaking Spanish is a plus.
Law clerks will be paid $25 per hour.
All work performed with LASNNY counts toward the 50‑hour pro bono requirement for admission to the New York State Bar.
Law clerks must commit to a minimum of 10 hours per week.
Clerkships are available remotely, in person, or hybrid.
Application Deadline Spring clerkships – Accepting applications until filled. Applications submitted after the posting expires will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the positions are filled.
Documents Required
Cover Letter (state the program(s) and LASNNY office(s) of interest).
Resume
Writing Sample
Equal Opportunity Statement LASNNY is committed to the creation of an inclusive and diverse workplace and provides Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action to all applicants. Strongly encourage applications from women, BIPOC, LGBTQ individuals, protected veterans, recipients of public assistance, the elderly, and people with disabilities.
Program Descriptions Please specify which program(s) you are interested in working with and which office(s) you are interested in working with in your cover letter. Law clerks generally gain experience interacting with clients, researching and writing court documents and client correspondence, attending court appearances, administrative hearings, or other meetings, and exposure to a law firm environment.
Disability Advocacy Program (DAP) – All Offices DAP advocates represent clients with physical and mental impairments, including those with intellectual limitations, anxiety, depression, HIV, PTSD, ADHD, musculoskeletal impairments, Crohn’s disease, diabetes, cancer, and cardiovascular diseases. DAP law clerks perform research and writing for federal court cases, administrative appeals, and hearings; call clients, observe meetings and hearings, and assist attorneys in preparation for hearings.
Domestic Violence Legal Assistance (DVLAP) – Amsterdam & Saratoga Offices DVLAP services include assistance with Orders of Protection, Child and Spousal Support, Custody and Visitation, and Divorce. Clerks must understand domestic violence dynamics or have experience with domestic violence or sexual assault work, providing client interviewing, counseling, petition and motion drafting, and family court practice. Students must be willing to travel occasionally for court appearances and client meetings.
Regional Intake – All Offices Regional Intake Attorneys provide legal advice to clients, conduct legal consultations, and assess client needs. Clerk responsibilities include client interviewing, legal research and writing, document review and analysis, investigation, and drafting legal documents and correspondence.
Salary and Hours Pay: $25 per hour (minimum 10 hours per week). Minimum commitment is 10 hours per week. Remote, in‑person, or hybrid work options are available.
Senior Level & Employment Type
Senior Level: Internship
Employment Type: Part‑time
Job Function & Industry
Job Function: Legal
Industry: Legal Services
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Law Clerk Opportunities - Saratoga
role at
Legal Aid Society of Northeastern New York (LASNNY) .
Job Summary The Legal Aid Society of Northeastern New York provides free civil legal services and education to people with low income or other barriers to accessing the legal system. Law clerks will assist with client interactions, research, writing, and court appearances. Positions may be remote or in person, with hybrid options available.
Responsibilites and Hiring Criteria
Commitment to providing legal services to the poor.
Excellent research and writing skills.
Ability to work well under stress and time pressure.
Prior relevant experience in legal services to the poor, especially law school clinical experience.
Speaking Spanish is a plus.
Law clerks will be paid $25 per hour.
All work performed with LASNNY counts toward the 50‑hour pro bono requirement for admission to the New York State Bar.
Law clerks must commit to a minimum of 10 hours per week.
Clerkships are available remotely, in person, or hybrid.
Application Deadline Spring clerkships – Accepting applications until filled. Applications submitted after the posting expires will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the positions are filled.
Documents Required
Cover Letter (state the program(s) and LASNNY office(s) of interest).
Resume
Writing Sample
Equal Opportunity Statement LASNNY is committed to the creation of an inclusive and diverse workplace and provides Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action to all applicants. Strongly encourage applications from women, BIPOC, LGBTQ individuals, protected veterans, recipients of public assistance, the elderly, and people with disabilities.
Program Descriptions Please specify which program(s) you are interested in working with and which office(s) you are interested in working with in your cover letter. Law clerks generally gain experience interacting with clients, researching and writing court documents and client correspondence, attending court appearances, administrative hearings, or other meetings, and exposure to a law firm environment.
Disability Advocacy Program (DAP) – All Offices DAP advocates represent clients with physical and mental impairments, including those with intellectual limitations, anxiety, depression, HIV, PTSD, ADHD, musculoskeletal impairments, Crohn’s disease, diabetes, cancer, and cardiovascular diseases. DAP law clerks perform research and writing for federal court cases, administrative appeals, and hearings; call clients, observe meetings and hearings, and assist attorneys in preparation for hearings.
Domestic Violence Legal Assistance (DVLAP) – Amsterdam & Saratoga Offices DVLAP services include assistance with Orders of Protection, Child and Spousal Support, Custody and Visitation, and Divorce. Clerks must understand domestic violence dynamics or have experience with domestic violence or sexual assault work, providing client interviewing, counseling, petition and motion drafting, and family court practice. Students must be willing to travel occasionally for court appearances and client meetings.
Regional Intake – All Offices Regional Intake Attorneys provide legal advice to clients, conduct legal consultations, and assess client needs. Clerk responsibilities include client interviewing, legal research and writing, document review and analysis, investigation, and drafting legal documents and correspondence.
Salary and Hours Pay: $25 per hour (minimum 10 hours per week). Minimum commitment is 10 hours per week. Remote, in‑person, or hybrid work options are available.
Senior Level & Employment Type
Senior Level: Internship
Employment Type: Part‑time
Job Function & Industry
Job Function: Legal
Industry: Legal Services
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