Legal Extern jobs at ACLU of Illinois

About the Role The ACLU seeks a Summer Legal Intern in the Disability Rights Program of the ACLU's National office in Washington DC or San Francisco CA. This position can be remote or hybrid. Qualifying applicants must currently be matriculated legal students and must be based in the U.S. for the entire duration of the internship. The Team: The Disability Rights Program's mission is to achieve an America free of discrimination against people with disabilities; where people with disabilities are valued, integrated members of society who have full access to education, homes, health care, jobs, families, voting and civic engagement. We fight to ensure that people with disabilities are no longer segregated into, and over-represented in, civil and criminal institutions such as nursing homes, psychiatric hospitals, jails, and prisons. The ACLU has fought for decades for the rights of people with disabilities - achieving key wins to stop coerced mental health treatment and unnecessary institutionalization, as well as playing a role in the drafting of the ADA. DRP litigates and advocates to use disability rights laws to end the overrepresentation of people with disabilities in the criminal legal system, including pursuing first of its kind litigation to ensure that municipalities provide trained, non-police responders to people experiencing mental health crises. We also litigate and advocate to promote alternatives to guardianship and to secure equal access to the ballot. We also provide support to affiliates and the National office on disability rights issues that intersect with core civil liberties. The ACLU has recently strengthened its work at the intersection of disability, veterans' rights, and civil liberties. This internship focuses specifically on this emerging area of work. What You'll Do: The intern will have the opportunity to gain valuable experience by working alongside the team and assisting in legal research and writing, factual investigation, and strategic advocacy to advance our litigation and integrated advocacy. The intern will have the opportunity to participate in litigation, advocacy, and internal meetings and discussions. Your Day to Day: Interns will support DRP litigation work and integrated advocacy across our priority areas. Legal research Legal writing, such as memos and portions of court submissions Fact investigation Support in preparation for and during court cases, such as depositions, oral argument, hearings, or trial What You'll Bring: The internship is open only to students enrolled at U.S. law schools who will have completed at least one year of law school before the internship commences. We invite applications from candidates who have personal, professional, and/or academic experience in the military, including candidates who are veterans or servicemembers. We further invite applications from candidates who have personal, professional, and/or academic experience with disability and disability rights, including candidates who have disabilities. Additionally, interns should possess the following: Excellent research skills, including conducting internet and legal database research Excellent communication skills, both verbal and writing Attention to detail, excellent organizing and time-management skills Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite The initiative to see projects through to completion Future ACLU'ers Will: Be committed to advancing the mission of the ACLU Center and embed the principles of equity, inclusion and belonging in their work by demonstrating commitment to diversity with an approach that respects and values multiple perspectives Be committed to work collaboratively and respectfully toward resolving obstacles and conflicts Internship Logistics Location: Our internship program offers a limited number of remote or hybrid intern positions. This internship may be remote or hybrid and based in our Washington DC or San Francisco, CA office. Time Commitment: Summer internships require a full time (35 hour/week) commitment. Internship Duration: Summer internships span 10 consecutive weeks with a start date of May 26 or June 8. Stipend: A stipend is available for those students who are lawfully authorized to work. Legal interns receive a stipend amount $24/hour (stipends are taxed) Priority Application Deadline: October 19, 2025 for 2L applicants; December 7, 2025 for 1L applicants. While there is a priority deadline, our project is committed to reviewing all applications on a rolling basis until the closing of posting. Why the ACLU For over 100 years, the ACLU has worked to defend and preserve the individual rights and liberties guaranteed by the Constitution and laws of the United States. Whether it's ending mass incarceration, achieving full equality for the LGBTQ+ community, establishing new privacy protections for our digital age, or preserving the right to vote or the right to have an abortion, the ACLU takes up the toughest civil liberties cases and issues to defend all people. Our Commitment to Accessibility, Equity, Diversity & Inclusion Accessibility, equity, diversity, and inclusion are core values of the ACLU and central to our work to advance liberty, equality, and justice for all. For us diversity, equity and inclusion are not just check-the-box activities, but a chance for us to make long-term meaningful change. We are a community committed to learning and growth, humility and grace, transparency and accountability. We believe in a collective responsibility to create a culture of belonging for all people within our organization - one that respects and embraces difference; treats everyone equitably; and empowers our colleagues to do the best work possible. We are as committed to anti-oppression and anti-racism internally as we are externally. Because whether we're in the courts or in the office, we believe ‘We the People' means all of us. With this commitment in mind, we strongly encourage applications from all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, marital status, citizenship, disability, veteran status and record of arrest or conviction, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. The ACLU is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you are a qualified individual with a disability and need assistance applying online, please email ************************ . If you are selected for an interview, you will receive additional information regarding how to request accommodations for the interview process. In order to be considered for this position, all candidates must formally submit an application. The ACLU does not accept unsolicited calls or emails from candidates regarding their application status.

About the Organization The Children's Law Center (CLC) is a non-profit legal services organization that represents children in custody, visitation, guardianship, paternity, family offense, and related child protective (abuse or neglect) proceedings in the Family Courts and the Integrated Domestic Violence Parts of the Supreme Court of the State of New York, and in appeals therefrom. CLC represents approximately 5,000 children annually in the Bronx, Brooklyn, Queens and Staten Island, providing holistic and zealous representation and support in the Court, the community and the legislature. CLC's mission is to empower our clients, prevent trauma and promote wellbeing. Description Working closely with attorneys who are members of CLC's writing/appellate team, a law student intern will have the opportunity to hone legal research and writing skills, and learn about family law and the role of the attorney for the child. The law student would engage in activities, which may include legal research, digesting case records (school, medical, forensic reports), drafting legal documents, including memoranda of law, motions, and/or sections of written trial summations and appellate briefs, and conducting legal and factual cite checking of documents. There also may be opportunities to observe court proceedings, client interviews, and attorney conferences. Requirement Candidates must have strong writing and research skills Hybrid Schedule This summer program will follow a full-time (9am - 5pm) hybrid model, for 8-10 weeks. As an equal opportunity employer, The Children's Law Center is committed to fostering an inclusive and equitable work environment. All qualified applicants will be afforded equal employment opportunities without discrimination because of race, creed, color, national origin, sex, age, disability or marital status.

About the Role The ACLU seeks a Summer Legal Intern in the Immigrant Rights Project of the ACLU's National office. This position may be remote or hybrid and can be based in New York City or San Francisco. Qualifying applicants must currently be matriculated legal students and must be based in the U.S. for the entire duration of the internship. The Team: The Immigrants' Rights Project is part of the Legal Department of the national ACLU and has offices in New York and San Francisco. For nearly 40 years, the Project has litigated in trial and appellate courts across the country, including the U.S. Supreme Court, to protect the civil rights and civil liberties of immigrants and seek equal justice under the law. Our work has focused on due process, access to the courts, unfair detention, equal treatment, and state and local laws and policies. For example, we have challenged removals under the Alien Enemies Act; the targeting of student activists for arrest, detention, and deportation; family separation; the Muslim ban; multiple attacks on the asylum system; indefinite and mandatory detention; immigration detainers; state and local anti-immigrant laws; racial and language profiling connected to immigration enforcement; and attempts to eliminate judicial review. We work closely with partners at the national ACLU and affiliates, as well as allied organizations, to pursue litigation and to engage in and support other forms of advocacy and education. What You'll Do: The interns will have the opportunity to gain valuable experience working with IRP. They will learn about impact litigation and other legal advocacy tools on immigrants' rights issues by working closely with attorneys in developing and litigating cases across various jurisdictions. Your Day to Day: Drafting memoranda, affidavits, and briefs Conducting legal and policy research Researching prospects for new litigation, including both factual and legal claims Researching and drafting materials for public education Legislative bill tracking and analysis What You'll Bring: The internship is open to students enrolled at U.S. law schools who will have completed at least one year of law school before the internship commences. For Summer internships, our office generally limits internships to those who will have finished their second year of law school by the time they start the internship. Students who will have finished only their first year may also be considered, depending on remaining Summer intern capacity. Please specify your desired office location (New York or San Francisco or both) in the cover letter and the term you are applying for. Interns should possess the following: Excellent research skills, including conducting internet and legal database research Excellent communication skills, both verbal and writing Attention to detail, excellent organizing and time-management skills Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite The initiative to see projects through to completion A commitment to civil liberties, civil rights, and social justice Future ACLU'ers Will: Be committed to advancing the mission of the ACLU Center and embed the principles of equity, inclusion and belonging in their work by demonstrating commitment to diversity with an approach that respects and values multiple perspectives Be committed to work collaboratively and respectfully toward resolving obstacles and conflicts Internship Logistics Location: Our internship program offers a limited number of remote or hybrid intern positions. This internship can be remote or hybrid and based in our NYC or San Francisco office. Time Commitment: Summer internships require a full-time (35 hours/week) commitment. Internship Duration: Full-time summer internships span 10 consecutive weeks with a start date of May 26 or June 8. Stipend: A stipend is available for those students who are lawfully authorized to work. Students who receive outside funding are eligible for a partial stipend to bring their total funding up to the level of the ACLU's stipend amount for the summer. Legal interns receive a stipend amount $24/hour (stipends are taxed). APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: In the first sentence of your cover letter, please specify your desired office location (New York or San Francisco) If you are interested in both offices, please specify this. Priority Application Deadline: October 22, 2025 While there is a priority deadline, our project is committed to reviewing all applications on a rolling basis until the closing of posting. Why the ACLU For over 100 years, the ACLU has worked to defend and preserve the individual rights and liberties guaranteed by the Constitution and laws of the United States. Whether it's ending mass incarceration, achieving full equality for the LGBTQ+ community, establishing new privacy protections for our digital age, or preserving the right to vote or the right to have an abortion, the ACLU takes up the toughest civil liberties cases and issues to defend all people. Our Commitment to Accessibility, Equity, Diversity & Inclusion Accessibility, equity, diversity, and inclusion are core values of the ACLU and central to our work to advance liberty, equality, and justice for all. For us diversity, equity and inclusion are not just check-the-box activities, but a chance for us to make long-term meaningful change. We are a community committed to learning and growth, humility and grace, transparency and accountability. We believe in a collective responsibility to create a culture of belonging for all people within our organization - one that respects and embraces difference; treats everyone equitably; and empowers our colleagues to do the best work possible. We are as committed to anti-oppression and anti-racism internally as we are externally. Because whether we're in the courts or in the office, we believe ‘We the People' means all of us. With this commitment in mind, we strongly encourage applications from all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, marital status, citizenship, disability, veteran status and record of arrest or conviction, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. The ACLU is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you are a qualified individual with a disability and need assistance applying online, please email ************************ . If you are selected for an interview, you will receive additional information regarding how to request accommodations for the interview process. In order to be considered for this position, all candidates must formally submit an application. The ACLU does not accept unsolicited calls or emails from candidates regarding their application status.

About the Role The ACLU seeks a Summer Legal Intern in the Criminal Law Reform Project of the ACLU's National office in New York City. This position may be remote or hybrid. Qualifying applicants must currently be matriculated legal students and must be based in the U.S. for the entire duration of the internship. The Team: The Criminal Law Reform Project advocates for the constitutional and civil rights of those impacted by criminal legal systems. We use litigation and advocacy to confront systemic government conduct that fuels the carceral state and police abuse, and oppresses people based on race, class, and other characteristics. CLRP does this work because everyone suspected, accused, or convicted of a crime deserves dignity, fairness, and an opportunity to thrive. Ultimately, we seek to shift power to under-resourced communities and to elevate approaches to justice and safety that advance fundamental rights for all. The Project's current priorities are combatting police violence while bolstering individual rights against police authority; protecting the fundamental right to pretrial liberty; eliminating excessive conditions of post release supervision; and creating robust public defense systems to guarantee the constitutional right to counsel. CLRP works closely with the ACLU's National Political Advocacy Department, our Communications Department, and our affiliates to advance an affirmative vision for criminal legal system reform. What You'll Do: The intern will have the opportunity to gain valuable experience by working alongside the team and assisting in factual investigation, and legal research and writing to advance our litigation and integrated advocacy. Your Day to Day: Interns will support CLRP litigation work and integrated advocacy across our priority areas. Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to the following: Legal research Legal writing, such as memos and portions of court submissions Fact investigation Support in preparation for and during court cases, such as depositions, oral argument, hearings, or trial What You'll Bring: The internship is open to students enrolled at U.S. law schools who will have completed at least one year of law school before the internship commences. Interns should possess the following: Excellent research skills, including conducting internet and legal database research Excellent communication skills, both verbal and writing Attention to detail, excellent organizing and time-management skills Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite The initiative to see projects through to completion A commitment to civil liberties, civil rights, and racial justice Future ACLU'ers Will: Be committed to advancing the mission of the ACLU Center and embed the principles of equity, inclusion and belonging in their work by demonstrating commitment to diversity with an approach that respects and values multiple perspectives Be committed to work collaboratively and respectfully toward resolving obstacles and conflicts Internship Logistics Location: Our internship program offers a limited number of remote or hybrid intern positions. This internship can be remote or hybrid and based in our New York City office. Time Commitment: Summer internships require a full time (35 hour/week) commitment. Internship Duration: Summer internships span 10 consecutive weeks with a start date of May 26 or June 8. Stipend: A stipend is available for those students who are lawfully authorized to work. Legal interns receive a stipend amount $24/hour (stipends are taxed). Priority Application Deadline: October 10, 2025 While there is a priority deadline, our project is committed to reviewing all applications on a rolling basis until the closing of posting. Why the ACLU For over 100 years, the ACLU has worked to defend and preserve the individual rights and liberties guaranteed by the Constitution and laws of the United States. Whether it's ending mass incarceration, achieving full equality for the LGBTQ+ community, establishing new privacy protections for our digital age, or preserving the right to vote or the right to have an abortion, the ACLU takes up the toughest civil liberties cases and issues to defend all people. Our Commitment to Accessibility, Equity, Diversity & Inclusion Accessibility, equity, diversity, and inclusion are core values of the ACLU and central to our work to advance liberty, equality, and justice for all. For us diversity, equity and inclusion are not just check-the-box activities, but a chance for us to make long-term meaningful change. We are a community committed to learning and growth, humility and grace, transparency and accountability. We believe in a collective responsibility to create a culture of belonging for all people within our organization - one that respects and embraces difference; treats everyone equitably; and empowers our colleagues to do the best work possible. We are as committed to anti-oppression and anti-racism internally as we are externally. Because whether we're in the courts or in the office, we believe ‘We the People' means all of us. With this commitment in mind, we strongly encourage applications from all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, marital status, citizenship, disability, veteran status and record of arrest or conviction, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. The ACLU is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you are a qualified individual with a disability and need assistance applying online, please email ************************ . If you are selected for an interview, you will receive additional information regarding how to request accommodations for the interview process. In order to be considered for this position, all candidates must formally submit an application. The ACLU does not accept unsolicited calls or emails from candidates regarding their application status.

About the Role The ACLU seeks a Summer Legal Intern in the Racial Justice Program of the ACLU's National office in New York City. This position can be remote or hybrid. Qualifying applicants must currently be matriculated legal students and must be based in the U.S. for the entire duration of the internship. The Team: The Racial Justice Program (RJP) is part of the ACLU's Trone Center for Justice and Equality. RJP challenges racial discrimination and other practices and policies that have a direct or disparate impact on communities of color, including Native American communities and people who reside in U.S. territories. RJP has a particular emphasis on health equity, education, housing, indigenous justice, reentry, and economic justice issues. To advance its work, RJP, working with the ACLU's 53 affiliates nationwide, uses litigation, legislative advocacy, and public education to challenge unequal educational, housing, and employment opportunities, unfair lending practices, attacks on civil rights, and a range of civil and criminal justice system practices that unfairly target communities of color. What You'll Do: The intern will be responsible for conducting legal and factual research and otherwise supporting RJP's ongoing litigation, investigations, and advocacy efforts. Your Day to Day: Conducting legal and factual research Reviewing and coding discovery productions Producing and editing memos, research reports, drafts of briefing, etc. Participating in team meetings Centering principles of equity, inclusion, and belonging in all work, embedding the values in program development, policy application, and organizational practices and processes What You'll Bring: Applicants should be current law school students who will have completed their first year of school before the internship commences. Applicants should possess the following: Excellent research, writing, and verbal communication skills Initiative to see projects through to completion Demonstrated commitment to public interest law, civil liberties, and racial justice Future ACLU'ers Will: Be committed to advancing the mission of the ACLU Center and embed the principles of equity, inclusion and belonging in their work by demonstrating commitment to diversity with an approach that respects and values multiple perspectives Be committed to work collaboratively and respectfully toward resolving obstacles and conflicts Internship Logistics Location: Our internship program offers a limited number of remote or hybrid intern positions. This internship may be remote or hybrid and based in our New York City office. Time Commitment: Summer internships require a full time (35 hour/week) commitment. Internship Duration: Summer internships span 10 consecutive weeks with a start date of May 26 or June 8. Stipend: A stipend is available for those students who are lawfully authorized to work. Legal interns receive a stipend amount $24/hour (stipends are taxed) Priority Application Deadline: by October 10 th (first round of review) or January 5 th (second round of review) While there is a priority deadline, our project is committed to reviewing all applications on a rolling basis until the closing of posting. Why the ACLU For over 100 years, the ACLU has worked to defend and preserve the individual rights and liberties guaranteed by the Constitution and laws of the United States. Whether it's ending mass incarceration, achieving full equality for the LGBTQ+ community, establishing new privacy protections for our digital age, or preserving the right to vote or the right to have an abortion, the ACLU takes up the toughest civil liberties cases and issues to defend all people. Our Commitment to Accessibility, Equity, Diversity & Inclusion Accessibility, equity, diversity, and inclusion are core values of the ACLU and central to our work to advance liberty, equality, and justice for all. For us diversity, equity and inclusion are not just check-the-box activities, but a chance for us to make long-term meaningful change. We are a community committed to learning and growth, humility and grace, transparency and accountability. We believe in a collective responsibility to create a culture of belonging for all people within our organization - one that respects and embraces difference; treats everyone equitably; and empowers our colleagues to do the best work possible. We are as committed to anti-oppression and anti-racism internally as we are externally. Because whether we're in the courts or in the office, we believe ‘We the People' means all of us. With this commitment in mind, we strongly encourage applications from all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, marital status, citizenship, disability, veteran status and record of arrest or conviction, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. The ACLU is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you are a qualified individual with a disability and need assistance applying online, please email ************************ . If you are selected for an interview, you will receive additional information regarding how to request accommodations for the interview process. In order to be considered for this position, all candidates must formally submit an application. The ACLU does not accept unsolicited calls or emails from candidates regarding their application status.

About the Role The ACLU seeks a Summer Legal Intern in the LGBTQ & HIV Project of the ACLU's National office in New York City. This position can be remote or hybrid. Qualifying applicants must currently be matriculated legal students and must be based in the U.S. for the entire duration of the internship. The Team: The LGBTQ & HIV Project seeks to create a just society for all LGBTQ people and people living with HIV regardless of race or income. Through litigation, lobbying, public education, and organizing, the ACLU works to build a country where our communities can live openly without discrimination and enjoy equal rights, personal autonomy, and freedom of expression and association. The LGBTQ & HIV Project was founded in 1986, but the ACLU has advocated for the rights of lesbian, gay, and bisexual people at least since 1936, and for the rights of transgender people at least since 1967. What You'll Do: Legal interns serve a vital role in the LGBTQ & HIV project by completing research and writing projects in furtherance of the project's core work. They are regularly given assignments by attorneys across the project working on a wide range of substantive issues that aim to advance strategic goals through litigation, policy advocacy, and public education. Their work is closely supervised by the primary intern supervisor as well as the assigning attorneys to ensure that the interns are exposed to a range of attorneys with varying experiences, management styles, and skills. The goal of the internship program is both to gain creative insights and substantive contributions from the interns, while also investing in the development of future civil rights advocates fighting for LGBTQ people and people living with HIV. Your Day to Day: Drafting memoranda, affidavits, and briefs Conducting legal and policy research Researching prospects for new litigation, including both factual and legal claims Researching and drafting materials for public education What You'll Bring: The internship is open to current law student who will have completed at least one year of law school by the start of the internship. Interns should possess the following: Demonstrated commitment to the advancement and protection of the civil liberties of LGBTQ+ people and people living with HIV Excellent research skills, including conducting internet and legal database research Strong communication skills, both verbal and writing Attention to detail, excellent organizing and time-management skills Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite The initiative to see projects through to completion Future ACLU'ers Will: Be committed to advancing the mission of the ACLU Center and embed the principles of equity, inclusion and belonging in their work by demonstrating commitment to diversity with an approach that respects and values multiple perspectives Be committed to work collaboratively and respectfully toward resolving obstacles and conflicts Internship Logistics Location: Our internship program offers a limited number of remote or hybrid intern positions. This internship may be remote or hybrid and based in our New York City office. Time Commitment: Summer internships require a full time (35 hour/week) commitment. Internship Duration: Summer internships span 10 consecutive weeks with a start date of May 26 or June 8. Stipend: A stipend is available for those students who are lawfully authorized to work. Legal interns receive a stipend amount $24/hour (stipends are taxed) Priority Application Deadline: October 13, 2025 for 2L applicants; December 5, 2025 for 1L applicants. While there is a priority deadline, our project is committed to reviewing all applications on a rolling basis until the closing of posting. Why the ACLU For over 100 years, the ACLU has worked to defend and preserve the individual rights and liberties guaranteed by the Constitution and laws of the United States. Whether it's ending mass incarceration, achieving full equality for the LGBTQ+ community, establishing new privacy protections for our digital age, or preserving the right to vote or the right to have an abortion, the ACLU takes up the toughest civil liberties cases and issues to defend all people. Our Commitment to Accessibility, Equity, Diversity & Inclusion Accessibility, equity, diversity, and inclusion are core values of the ACLU and central to our work to advance liberty, equality, and justice for all. For us diversity, equity and inclusion are not just check-the-box activities, but a chance for us to make long-term meaningful change. We are a community committed to learning and growth, humility and grace, transparency and accountability. We believe in a collective responsibility to create a culture of belonging for all people within our organization - one that respects and embraces difference; treats everyone equitably; and empowers our colleagues to do the best work possible. We are as committed to anti-oppression and anti-racism internally as we are externally. Because whether we're in the courts or in the office, we believe ‘We the People' means all of us. With this commitment in mind, we strongly encourage applications from all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, marital status, citizenship, disability, veteran status and record of arrest or conviction, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. The ACLU is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you are a qualified individual with a disability and need assistance applying online, please email ************************ . If you are selected for an interview, you will receive additional information regarding how to request accommodations for the interview process. In order to be considered for this position, all candidates must formally submit an application. The ACLU does not accept unsolicited calls or emails from candidates regarding their application status.

The ACLU seeks a Legal Intern for Policy and Government Affairs, Immigration team in the National Political Advocacy Department of the ACLU's National office in Washington D.C. This internship can be remote or hybrid. Qualifying applicants must currently be matriculated graduate/ legal students and must be based in the U.S. for the entire duration of the internship and must be based in the U.S. for the entire duration of the internship. The Team: The National Political Advocacy Department (NPAD) works to strengthen the efforts of the ACLU at the federal, state, and local levels of government. The department harnesses the political power that comes from having more than eight million members and supporters, as well as affiliates in every state. By organizing grassroots lobbying and issue campaigns using modern tactics, the ACLU seeks to achieve change as profound in the legislative, administrative and electoral arenas as it has accomplished through the courts. The Equality Policy & Government Affairs team is made up of five members who work to advance immigrant justice - through direct lobbying with Congress and support for state and local policymaking. What You'll Do: The intern will work on legal and policy research and writing-related projects centered on immigrants' rights. They will assist members of our team with researching and analyzing legislation, elected officials, and relevant developments in the political and advocacy landscapes on the federal and state levels. They will help prepare advocacy and public education materials, correspondence, and reports as needed. They will also support our team's efforts to do congressional outreach through the form of briefings, meetings on Capitol Hill, and letters. Your Day to Day Conducting legal and policy research, drafting reports, and analyzing federal and state legislation, advocacy efforts, and related legal and policy issues Preparing advocacy and public education materials; drafting memorandum and correspondence Monitoring legal and legislative developments in state legislatures and in Congress, as well as Executive branch regulatory and administrative actions Working with teammates to manage projects What You'll Bring: Currently enrolled law student Strong knowledge of immigration law and policy Excellent research, writing, analysis, and communication skills. The intern will be able to craft messages for different audiences, within and outside of the ACLU. Organized, proactive, and willing to learn; able to balance differing responsibilities and prioritize; able to manage projects and see them through to completion Able to work well independently, as well as part of a team Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite preferred Future ACLU-ers Will: Be committed to advancing the mission of the ACLU Center and embed the principles of equity, inclusion and belonging in their work by demonstrating commitment to diversity with an approach that respects and values multiple perspectives Be committed to work collaboratively and respectfully toward resolving obstacles and conflict Internship Logistics: Location: Our internship program offers a limited number of remote or hybrid intern positions. This internship is full-time and can be remote or hybrid from our Washington D.C. office. Time Commitment: Full-time (35 hours/week) Internship Duration: Full-time internships span 10 consecutive weeks. This internship has a start date of: May 26 or June 8. Stipend: A stipend is available for students who are lawfully authorized to work. Arrangements can be made with educational institutions for work/study or course credit. Below are the stipend rates: $20/hr for undergraduate students or equivalent experience $24/hr for graduate and law students or equivalent experience Why the ACLU: For over 100 years, the ACLU has worked to defend and preserve the individual rights and liberties guaranteed by the Constitution and laws of the United States. Whether it's ending mass incarceration, achieving full equality for the LGBTQ+ community, establishing new privacy protections for our digital age, or preserving the right to vote or the right to have an abortion, the ACLU takes up the toughest civil liberties cases and issues to defend all people. Our Commitment to Accessibility, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Accessibility, equity, diversity, and inclusion are core values of the ACLU and central to our work to advance liberty, equality, and justice for all. For us diversity, equity and inclusion are not just check-the-box activities, but a chance for us to make long-term meaningful change. We are a community committed to learning and growth, humility and grace, transparency and accountability. We believe in a collective responsibility to create a culture of belonging for all people within our organization - one that respects and embraces difference; treats everyone equitably; and empowers our colleagues to do the best work possible. We are as committed to anti-oppression and anti-racism internally as we are externally. Because whether we're in the courts or in the office, we believe ‘We the People' means all of us. With this commitment in mind, we strongly encourage applications from all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, marital status, citizenship, disability, veteran status and record of arrest or conviction, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. The ACLU is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you are a qualified individual with a disability and need assistance applying online, please email ************************ . If you are selected for an interview, you will receive additional information regarding how to request accommodations for the interview process. In order to be considered for this position, all candidates must formally submit an application. The ACLU does not accept unsolicited calls or emails from candidates regarding their application status.

About the Role Interns do critical work to support our litigation and will gain valuable experience by working with the team on a wide variety of issues. Your Day to Day: Conducting legal research and analysis Aiding in drafting memoranda, motions, declarations, and legal pleadings Providing general assistance on active litigation, including cite-checking Supporting development of new litigation projects Additional responsibilities could include working on fact development, conducting background research, or tracking and analyzing bills. What You'll Bring: The internship is open to law students who will have completed at least one year of law school before the internship commences. Interns should possess the following: Excellent legal research and writing skills and the ability to conduct complex legal analysis. Strong oral communications skills and the ability to explain complicated legal issues. The ability to balance multiple assignments, to communicate with colleagues, and to accept and incorporate feedback. A collaborative attitude - be a team player. Demonstrated commitment to public interest law, civil rights and liberties, and social justice; a demonstrated commitment to reproductive health rights and justice is a plus, but is not required. Future ACLU'ers Will: Be committed to advancing the mission of the ACLU Center and embed the principles of equity, inclusion and belonging in their work by demonstrating commitment to diversity with an approach that respects and values multiple perspectives Be committed to work collaboratively and respectfully toward resolving obstacles and conflicts Internship Logistics Location: Our internship program offers a limited number of remote or hybrid intern positions. This internship can be remote or hybrid and based in our New York City office. Time Commitment: Summer internships require a full time (35 hour/week) commitment. Internship Duration: Summer internships span 10 consecutive weeks with a start date of May 26 or June 8. Stipend: A stipend is available for those students who are lawfully authorized to work. Legal interns receive a stipend amount $24/hour (stipends are taxed) Priority Application Deadline: October 17, 2025 for 2L applicants; December 5, 2025 for 1L applicants. While there is a priority deadline, our project is committed to reviewing all applications on a rolling basis until the closing of posting. Why the ACLU For over 100 years, the ACLU has worked to defend and preserve the individual rights and liberties guaranteed by the Constitution and laws of the United States. Whether it's ending mass incarceration, achieving full equality for the LGBTQ+ community, establishing new privacy protections for our digital age, or preserving the right to vote or the right to have an abortion, the ACLU takes up the toughest civil liberties cases and issues to defend all people. Our Commitment to Accessibility, Equity, Diversity & Inclusion Accessibility, equity, diversity, and inclusion are core values of the ACLU and central to our work to advance liberty, equality, and justice for all. For us diversity, equity and inclusion are not just check-the-box activities, but a chance for us to make long-term meaningful change. We are a community committed to learning and growth, humility and grace, transparency and accountability. We believe in a collective responsibility to create a culture of belonging for all people within our organization - one that respects and embraces difference; treats everyone equitably; and empowers our colleagues to do the best work possible. We are as committed to anti-oppression and anti-racism internally as we are externally. Because whether we're in the courts or in the office, we believe ‘We the People' means all of us. With this commitment in mind, we strongly encourage applications from all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, marital status, citizenship, disability, veteran status and record of arrest or conviction, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. The ACLU is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you are a qualified individual with a disability and need assistance applying online, please email ************************ . If you are selected for an interview, you will receive additional information regarding how to request accommodations for the interview process. In order to be considered for this position, all candidates must formally submit an application. The ACLU does not accept unsolicited calls or emails from candidates regarding their application status.

About the Role The ACLU seeks a Summer Legal Intern in the General Legal, Litigation Department of the ACLU's National office in New York City or San Francisco, CA. This position can be remote or hybrid. Qualifying applicants must currently be matriculated legal students and must be based in the U.S. for the entire duration of the internship. The Team: Our team supports the ACLU's National Legal Director. In addition to overseeing the ACLU's litigation department, the National Legal Director supervises all of the ACLU's work before the United States Supreme Court, including merits cases, petitions for certiorari, and amicus work. What You'll Do: We are looking for an intern to support all facets of the ACLU's work across at the Supreme Court. The intern's case load will likely span a range of issue areas, including voting rights, LGBTQ rights, immigration, presidential power, and free speech. Specific tasks will include legal research, argument development, brief drafting, and assistance with long-term planning and strategy projects. Additionally, the intern will gain exposure to the ACLU's advocacy strategy development and coalition management efforts for cases pending before or possibly headed toward the U.S. Supreme Court. You'll report to the staff attorney who works across the ACLU's Supreme Court docket. Your Day to Day: Conduct legal research and analysis to support new and active litigation projects Aid in drafting of legal memoranda, motions, and briefs Provide support and assistance to ACLU affiliates and cooperating attorneys What You'll Bring: This Internship is open to students who are in law school. Interns should possess the following: Completion of 1L year of law school by summer 2026; preference for candidates who will have already completed their 2L year Excellent research skills, including conducting internet and legal database research Excellent communication skills, both verbal and writing Attention to detail, excellent organization and time-management skills Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite The initiative to see projects through to completion Demonstrated commitment to public interest law, civil liberties, and racial justice Demonstrated ability to conduct complex legal analysis Kindness, generosity, and humility Preferred Qualifications Experience drafting briefs before the United States Supreme Court Familiarity with or previous experience working on one or more of the following topics: Section 1983 litigation; immigration law; LGBTQ rights; free speech; administrative law; national security law; structural constitutional law. Future ACLU'ers Will: Be committed to advancing the mission of the ACLU Center and embed the principles of equity, inclusion and belonging in their work by demonstrating commitment to diversity with an approach that respects and values multiple perspectives Be committed to work collaboratively and respectfully toward resolving obstacles and conflicts Internship Logistics Location: Our internship program offers a limited number of remote or hybrid intern positions. This internship can be remote or hybrid and based in our New York City or San Francisco, CA office. Time Commitment: Summer internships require a full time (35 hour/week) commitment. Internship Duration: Summer internships span 10 consecutive weeks with a start date of May 26 or June 8. Stipend: A stipend is available for those students who are lawfully authorized to work. Legal interns receive a stipend amount $24/hour (stipends are taxed) Priority Application Deadline: December 5th, 2025 While there is a priority deadline, our project is committed to reviewing all applications on a rolling basis until the closing of posting. Why the ACLU For over 100 years, the ACLU has worked to defend and preserve the individual rights and liberties guaranteed by the Constitution and laws of the United States. Whether it's ending mass incarceration, achieving full equality for the LGBTQ+ community, establishing new privacy protections for our digital age, or preserving the right to vote or the right to have an abortion, the ACLU takes up the toughest civil liberties cases and issues to defend all people. Our Commitment to Accessibility, Equity, Diversity & Inclusion Accessibility, equity, diversity, and inclusion are core values of the ACLU and central to our work to advance liberty, equality, and justice for all. For us diversity, equity and inclusion are not just check-the-box activities, but a chance for us to make long-term meaningful change. We are a community committed to learning and growth, humility and grace, transparency and accountability. We believe in a collective responsibility to create a culture of belonging for all people within our organization - one that respects and embraces difference; treats everyone equitably; and empowers our colleagues to do the best work possible. We are as committed to anti-oppression and anti-racism internally as we are externally. Because whether we're in the courts or in the office, we believe ‘We the People' means all of us. With this commitment in mind, we strongly encourage applications from all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, marital status, citizenship, disability, veteran status and record of arrest or conviction, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. The ACLU is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you are a qualified individual with a disability and need assistance applying online, please email ************************ . If you are selected for an interview, you will receive additional information regarding how to request accommodations for the interview process. In order to be considered for this position, all candidates must formally submit an application. The ACLU does not accept unsolicited calls or emails from candidates regarding their application status.

About the Role The ACLU seeks a Summer Legal Intern in the Center for Liberty of the ACLU's National office in New York City or Washington D.C. This position may be remote or hybrid. Qualifying applicants must currently be matriculated legal students and must be based in the U.S. for the entire duration of the internship. The Team: The Center for Liberty encompasses the ACLU's work on reproductive freedom, LGBT rights, women's rights, freedom of religion and belief, and disability rights. What You'll Do: The Center for Liberty intern will work on priority areas for the team, including combatting efforts to use religion to discriminate; family regulation, particularly of parents with disabilities; and emerging issues of gender justice. The intern will work on other Center priorities and issue areas as assigned. Your Day to Day: Conduct legal research and analysis to support new and active litigation projects Aid in drafting of legal memoranda, pleadings, affidavits, motions, and briefs Draft and edit public education and non-litigation advocacy materials Provide support and assistance to ACLU affiliates and cooperating attorneys Potential to work closely with clients and participate in outreach with impacted communities, discovery, and trial practice Center principles of equity, inclusion, and belonging in all work, embedding the values in program development, policy application, and organizational practices and processes What You'll Bring: This Internship is open to students who are in law school. Interns should possess the following: Completion of 1L year of law school by summer 2026 or enrollment in an LLM program Excellent research skills, including conducting internet and legal database research Excellent communication skills, both verbal and writing Attention to detail, excellent organizing and time-management skills Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite The initiative to see projects through to completion Demonstrated commitment to public interest law, civil liberties, and racial justice Demonstrated ability to conduct complex legal analysis and fact finding Preferred Qualifications Demonstrated interest in reproductive freedom, LGBT rights, women's rights, freedom of religion and belief, or disability rights Familiarity with or previous experience working in reproductive freedom, LGBT rights, women's rights, freedom of religion and belief, or disability rights Future ACLU'ers Will: Be committed to advancing the mission of the ACLU Center and embed the principles of equity, inclusion and belonging in their work by demonstrating commitment to diversity with an approach that respects and values multiple perspectives Be committed to work collaboratively and respectfully toward resolving obstacles and conflicts Internship Logistics Location: Our internship program offers a limited number of remote or hybrid intern positions. This internship can be remote or hybrid and based in our New York City or Washington D.C. office. Time Commitment: Summer internships require a full time (35 hour/week) commitment. Internship Duration: Summer internships span 10 consecutive weeks with a start date of May 26 or June 8. Stipend: A stipend is available for those students who are lawfully authorized to work. Legal interns receive a stipend amount $24/hour (stipends are taxed) Priority Application Deadline: October 17, 2025 for 2L applicants; December 5, 2025 for 1L applicants. While there is a priority deadline, our project is committed to reviewing all applications on a rolling basis until the closing of posting. Why the ACLU For over 100 years, the ACLU has worked to defend and preserve the individual rights and liberties guaranteed by the Constitution and laws of the United States. Whether it's ending mass incarceration, achieving full equality for the LGBTQ+ community, establishing new privacy protections for our digital age, or preserving the right to vote or the right to have an abortion, the ACLU takes up the toughest civil liberties cases and issues to defend all people. Our Commitment to Accessibility, Equity, Diversity & Inclusion Accessibility, equity, diversity, and inclusion are core values of the ACLU and central to our work to advance liberty, equality, and justice for all. For us diversity, equity and inclusion are not just check-the-box activities, but a chance for us to make long-term meaningful change. We are a community committed to learning and growth, humility and grace, transparency and accountability. We believe in a collective responsibility to create a culture of belonging for all people within our organization - one that respects and embraces difference; treats everyone equitably; and empowers our colleagues to do the best work possible. We are as committed to anti-oppression and anti-racism internally as we are externally. Because whether we're in the courts or in the office, we believe ‘We the People' means all of us. With this commitment in mind, we strongly encourage applications from all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, marital status, citizenship, disability, veteran status and record of arrest or conviction, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. The ACLU is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you are a qualified individual with a disability and need assistance applying online, please email ************************ . If you are selected for an interview, you will receive additional information regarding how to request accommodations for the interview process. In order to be considered for this position, all candidates must formally submit an application. The ACLU does not accept unsolicited calls or emails from candidates regarding their application status.

Legal Services of the Hudson Valley ******************* Job Type: Paralegal - Yonkers, NY Schedule Type: Full-Time About Us For more than 50 years, Legal Services of the Hudson Valley (LSHV) has been providing free, high-quality legal counsel in civil matters when basic human needs are at stake including: eviction and foreclosure prevention, domestic violence, disability, elder law, healthcare, consumer fraud and more. Our services support almost 600,000 poor and low-income families and individuals who cannot afford an attorney in our seven-county service area. With the gap separating those who can and cannot afford legal representation widening each day, we work to ensure that everyone has equal access to justice, regardless of their ability to pay. As the only provider of comprehensive civil legal services in the lower and mid-Hudson Valley (Westchester, Putnam, Dutchess, Rockland, Orange, Ulster and Sullivan), LSHV is proud to have handled over 12,000 cases impacting nearly 30,000 household members including 10,000 children last year. LSHV is made up of ten offices, and a dedicated and highly skilled staff of attorneys, paralegals and administrative professionals. Legal Services of the Hudson Valley is dedicated to building a highly skilled workforce that reflects the communities we serve and where everyone feels supported to bring their authentic selves to work. We are committed to promoting equity for all, and we continuously review and strengthen our processes and practices to support our staff, clients and the communities we serve. Respect is a cornerstone of relationships among our staff. Position Description Legal Services of the Hudson Valley (LSHV) has an immediate opening for a paralegal in our Yonkers, NY office. The position is a support position to staff attorneys representing clients in Yonkers and provides general office support to the whole team. The duties include being responsible for administration functions in support of attorneys, clients and the office team including screening clients, conducting in-depth interviews of clients for intake, and follow-up investigations of the client's legal matter. Paralegals engage in technical support, client communication, administrative support for attorneys as well as gathering and collecting essential legal documents. Provision of legal advice and some case handling under the supervision of an attorney may be required including communicating with courts and related personnel. The paralegal also assists the attorneys in maintaining physical and electronic files in a case management system for clients and applicants for services and in compliance with funder requirements. Additional responsibilities may include supporting team members as needed when other legal professionals are unavailable. The person hired will also be expected to adhere to program and case handling standards, funder requirements, and the highest professional standards. The ability to travel to various outreach locations in Yonkers is also expected. Requirements: Associates Degree; Experience and competency with Microsoft Office environment (Word, Excel, Outlook etc.) and ability to input data efficiently into database; Must be comfortable using new technology programs; Excellent written and verbal communication skills; Strong writing skills Driver's license and transportation (e.g. car) Preferred: Four-year degree; Paralegal Certificate; Demonstrated commitment to serving low-income persons with prior experience in legal services or similar program; English/Spanish Bilingual Salary: Salary: $54,317 to $79,663; DOE, with excellent benefits that include medical, dental, vision, life insurance and long-term disability coverages, as well as a defined contribution to 403b, loan repayment assistance and paid parental leave. After a brief probationary period, this position may permit work from home. Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws.

******************* Job Type: Pro Bono Coordinating Attorney- White Plains Office Schedule Type: Full-Time About Us For more than 50 years, Legal Services of the Hudson Valley (LSHV) has been providing free, high-quality legal counsel in civil matters when basic human needs are at stake including: eviction and foreclosure prevention, domestic violence, disability, elder law, healthcare, consumer fraud and more. Our services support almost 600,000 poor and low-income families and individuals who cannot afford an attorney in our seven-county service area. With the gap separating those who can and cannot afford legal representation widening each day, we work to ensure that everyone has equal access to justice, regardless of their ability to pay. As the only provider of comprehensive civil legal services in the lower and mid-Hudson Valley (Westchester, Putnam, Dutchess, Rockland, Orange, Ulster and Sullivan), LSHV is proud to have handled over 12,000 cases impacting nearly 30,000 household members including 10,000 children last year. LSHV is made up of ten offices, and a dedicated and highly skilled staff of attorneys, paralegals and administrative professionals. Legal Services of the Hudson Valley is dedicated to building a highly skilled workforce that reflects the communities we serve and where everyone feels supported to bring their authentic selves to work. We are committed to promoting equity for all, and we continuously review and strengthen our processes and practices to support our staff, clients and the communities we serve. Respect is a cornerstone of relationships among our staff. Position Description LSHV is seeking a Pro Bono Coordinating Attorney to work with the Pro Bono Director in increasing pro bono involvement throughout the seven counties that comprise LSHV's service area. This position includes reviewing and analyzing potential cases to refer to pro bono partners, managing virtual and in-person legal clinics, recruiting, training, and supporting law firms, law school, and corporate partners, and coordinating pro bono attorney and in-house volunteer activities. The position also includes interacting with clients and providing direct legal services to some clients, including litigation, as well as assistance coordinating LSHV's intern and CLE programs. Travel throughout LSHV's service area as well as to New York City is required. Responsibilities Assist in program development to increase pro bono activities in the 7 counties of LSHV's service area. Recruit, train, and mentor pro bono attorneys, law students, and corporate partners on collaborative, pro bono projects, clinics, and case referrals. This includes presenting to partners and discussing legal strategies on case referrals. Coordinate the referral of cases to pro bono attorneys participating in the Volunteer Attorney Program. Match volunteer attorneys with LSHV attorneys when mentorship of one or the other is appropriate. Ensure pro bono attorneys deliver high-quality legal services to LSHV's clients. Coordinate activities of in-house volunteers, including interns, externs, and pro bono scholars, and track volunteer hours. Assist with LSHV's Continuing Legal Education program, as LSHV is an accredited CLE provider. Develop and manage clinics for pro se clients in various legal areas. Provide legal information and assistance to clients from advice to full representation, where appropriate. Assist in planning volunteer recognition events. Participate in networking and outreach events. Perform administrative duties and other duties, as assigned by supervisor. Qualifications Five or more years' legal experience; member in good standing of the New York State Bar. Ability to communicate and work effectively with clients, staff, volunteers, and a diverse group of stakeholders. Comfort in public speaking; interacting with private attorneys, judges, and court personnel; and providing training on substantive areas of law. Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively with colleagues. Interest in learning new areas law of the law to launch and coordinate pro bono programs and referrals in various subject matters. Capacity to establish priorities and achieve results. Excellent written and verbal communication, technology, interpersonal, organizational, and problem-solving skills; attention to detail. Interest in working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. Flexible work attitude, enthusiasm for pro bono work, and the mission of LSHV. Willingness and ability to travel to LSHV's offices, other locations within our catchment area, and occasionally to NYC, as needed. Preferred: Spanish fluency is desirable. Experience in training other attorneys on substantive areas of law. Salary: $76,000-$115,000, DOE, with excellent benefits that include medical, dental, vision, life insurance and long-term disability coverages, as well as a defined contribution to 403b, loan repayment assistance and paid parental leave. This position is hybrid, permitting work from home up to two days per week. Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws.

LEGAL SERVICES OF THE HUDSON VALLEY ******************* Job Type: Supervising Attorney Schedule Type: Full-Time About Us For more than 50 years, Legal Services of the Hudson Valley (LSHV) has been providing free, high-quality legal counsel in civil matters when basic human needs are at stake including: eviction and foreclosure prevention, domestic violence, disability, elder law, healthcare, consumer fraud and more. Our services support almost 600,000 poor and low-income families and individuals who cannot afford an attorney in our seven-county service area. With the gap separating those who can and cannot afford legal representation widening each day, we work to ensure that everyone has equal access to justice, regardless of their ability to pay. As the only provider of comprehensive civil legal services in the lower and mid-Hudson Valley (Westchester, Putnam, Dutchess, Rockland, Orange, Ulster and Sullivan), LSHV is proud to have handled over 12,000 cases impacting nearly 30,000 household members including 10,000 children last year. LSHV is made up of ten offices, and a dedicated and highly skilled staff of attorneys, paralegals and administrative professionals. Legal Services of the Hudson Valley is dedicated to building a highly skilled workforce that reflects the communities we serve and where everyone feels supported to bring their authentic selves to work. We are committed to promoting equity for all, and we continuously review and strengthen our processes and practices to support our staff, clients and the communities we serve. Respect is a cornerstone of relationships among our staff. Position Description Legal Services of the Hudson Valley has an immediate opening for a Supervising Attorney in our Monticello, NY office who will be responsible for the day-to-day supervision, review of legal work, and development and performance evaluations of Staff Attorneys in the office to which they are assigned. The Monticello office assists clients who live in the Sullivan County area in matters such as housing, disability, public benefits, domestic violence, elder law and foreclosure. Duties of the Position: Supervise assigned case handlers in their provision of legal services over a wide range of practice areas; supervise support staff of paralegals and or administrative personnel as needed Accompany case handlers to court and provide support in administrative hearings and litigation Ensure training and development of case handlers in matters of law and programmatic policies and procedures and grantor compliance Conduct regular case reviews with case handlers and provide guidance on maintaining complete case files; review closed cases In coordination with office Attorney in Charge (AIC), assign casework. Partner with and support the AIC in affirmative litigation, office management and program compliance Liaise with community partner agencies Qualifications JD and member in good standing of the New York State Bar; Three or more years legal experience; Experience in a core legal practice area such as landlord tenant, public benefits, family, or disability law; Prior supervisory experience; Strong organizational skills; Proven writing and editing skills; Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; Flexible work attitude, enthusiasm for the mission of LSHV. Preferred: Prior legal services/poverty law experience; Proficiency in Spanish. Salary : $92,556 - $140,464, DOE, with excellent benefits that include medical, dental, vision, life insurance and long-term disability coverages, as well as a defined contribution to 403b, loan repayment assistance and paid parental leave. After a brief probationary period, this position may permit work from home up to two days per week. Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws.

Legal Services of the Hudson Valley ******************* Job Type: Staff Attorney - Peekskill, NY Schedule Type: Full-Time About Us For more than 50 years, Legal Services of the Hudson Valley (LSHV) has been providing free, high-quality legal counsel in civil matters when basic human needs are at stake including: eviction and foreclosure prevention, domestic violence, disability, elder law, healthcare, consumer fraud and more. Our services support almost 600,000 poor and low-income families and individuals who cannot afford an attorney in our seven-county service area. With the gap separating those who can and cannot afford legal representation widening each day, we work to ensure that everyone has equal access to justice, regardless of their ability to pay. As the only provider of comprehensive civil legal services in the lower and mid-Hudson Valley (Westchester, Putnam, Dutchess, Rockland, Orange, Ulster and Sullivan), LSHV is proud to have handled over 12,000 cases impacting nearly 30,000 household members including 10,000 children last year. LSHV is made up of ten offices, and a dedicated and highly skilled staff of attorneys, paralegals and administrative professionals. Legal Services of the Hudson Valley is dedicated to building a highly skilled workforce that reflects the communities we serve and where everyone feels supported to bring their authentic selves to work. We are committed to promoting equity for all, and we continuously review and strengthen our processes and practices to support our staff, clients and the communities we serve. Respect is a cornerstone of relationships among our staff. Position Description Legal Services of the Hudson Valley (LSHV) has an immediate opening in our Peekskill office for a full-time staff attorney to work on housing matters, in Northern Westchester and Putnam County courts. The attorney will also serve low-income individuals and families with matters including eviction, unlawful lock-outs, habitability issues and succession rights challenges. As many of our clients have protected housing or have specialized housing vouchers, the work will include section 8 and other hearings on voucher changes or terminations. Duties of the Position: individual case work, administrative advocacy and litigation in city courts and justice courts, including appellate practice, and education and outreach efforts directed at community members, advocates and service providers. The person hired will also be expected to adhere to program and case handling standards, funder requirements, the highest professional standards, and be available as a resource to LSHV staff and access to justice communities. Occasional appearances in night court pertaining to housing matters, may be required. Requirements Admission to the New York State Bar or passed the NY bar and awaiting admission; or out of state admission with eligibility for pro hac vice status; we will consider 2025 law graduates who plan to sit for the NYS Bar Exam One or more years of legal experience, including litigation and handling high volume caseload; Excellent people skills; Excellent written and verbal communication skills; Ability to handle high stress situations; Ability to work effectively with a diverse group of stakeholders; and Valid driver's license and own transportation Preferred Demonstrated commitment to serving low-income persons with prior experience in legal services or similar program; English/Spanish bi-lingual Salary: $76,997- $130,164, DOE, union scale, with excellent benefits that include medical, dental, vision, life insurance and long-term disability coverages, as well as a defined contribution to 403b, loan repayment assistance and paid parental leave. After a brief probationary period, this position may permit work from home up to two days per week. Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws.

Legal Services of the Hudson Valley ******************* Job Type: Supervising Attorney Housing- Poughkeepsie Schedule Type: Full-Time About Us For more than 50 years, Legal Services of the Hudson Valley (LSHV) has been providing free, high-quality legal counsel in civil matters when basic human needs are at stake including: eviction and foreclosure prevention, domestic violence, disability, elder law, healthcare, consumer fraud and more. Our services support almost 600,000 poor and low-income families and individuals who cannot afford an attorney in our seven-county service area. With the gap separating those who can and cannot afford legal representation widening each day, we work to ensure that everyone has equal access to justice, regardless of their ability to pay. As the only provider of comprehensive civil legal services in the lower and mid-Hudson Valley (Westchester, Putnam, Dutchess, Rockland, Orange, Ulster and Sullivan), LSHV is proud to have handled over 12,000 cases impacting nearly 30,000 household members including 10,000 children last year. LSHV is made up of ten offices, and a dedicated and highly skilled staff of attorneys, paralegals and administrative professionals. Legal Services of the Hudson Valley is dedicated to building a highly skilled workforce that reflects the communities we serve and where everyone feels supported to bring their authentic selves to work. We are committed to promoting equity for all, and we continuously review and strengthen our processes and practices to support our staff, clients and the communities we serve. Respect is a cornerstone of relationships among our staff. Position Description Legal Services of the Hudson Valley has an immediate opening for a Housing Supervising Attorney in our Poughkeepsie, NY, office who will be responsible for the day-to-day supervision, review of legal work, and development and performance evaluations of Staff Attorneys and paralegals, specifically those addressing housing matters. The office assists clients who live in Westchester and Putnam Counties. Duties of the Position: Supervise assigned case handlers in their provision of legal services over a wide range of practice areas; supervise support staff of paralegals and or administrative personnel as needed, Handle cases, as needed Accompany case handlers to court and provide support in administrative hearings and litigation Ensure training and development of case handlers in matters of law and programmatic policies and procedures and grantor compliance Conduct regular case reviews with case handlers and provide guidance on maintaining complete case files; review closed cases In coordination with office Attorney in Charge (AIC), assign casework. Partner with and support the AIC in affirmative litigation, office management and program compliance Liaise with community partner agencies Requirements: JD and member in good standing of the New York State Bar; Three or more years legal experience; Experience in landlord/ tenant legal practice area; Strong organizational skills; Proven writing and editing skills; Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; Flexible work attitude, enthusiasm for the mission of LSHV. Preferred: Prior legal services/poverty law experience; Prior supervisory experience; Proficiency in Spanish. Salary: $92,556-140,464, DOE, with excellent benefits that include medical, dental, vision, life insurance and long-term disability coverages, as well as a defined contribution to 403b, loan repayment assistance and paid parental leave. After a brief probationary period, this position may permit work from home up to two days per week. Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws.

About the Organization The Children's Law Center (CLC) is a non-profit legal services organization that represents children in custody, visitation, guardianship, paternity, family offense, and related child protective (abuse or neglect) proceedings in the Family Courts and the Integrated Domestic Violence Parts of the Supreme Court of the State of New York, and in appeals therefrom. CLC represents approximately 5,000 children annually in the Bronx, Brooklyn, Queens, and Staten Island, providing holistic and zealous representation and support in the courts, the community, and the legislature. CLC's mission is to empower our clients, prevent trauma, and promote equity and wellbeing. CLC's attorneys provide representation to children who otherwise would not have a voice in proceedings that directly impact their lives. Our attorneys provide legal advocacy in court and coordinate with CLC paralegals and social workers to ensure that children receive the support that they need. Our clients frequently have complex histories, including family dissolution and conflict, domestic violence, mental health issues, and educational challenges. CLC seeks an attorney who will be part of the Writing and Appeals team with an additional focus on advancing children's rights including economic, educational, and access rights, through appellate work, litigation, and policy analysis. Under the supervision of the Director of Appeals, Writing and Paralegal Support, the Children's Rights/Writing Attorney will help shape children's rights law through preparing motions, affirmations, summations, and other trial level documents to be submitted in the Family Courts and IDV Parts of the Supreme Court, as well as appellate briefs and motions in the First and Second Departments of the Appellate Division. In addition, the attorney will appear for arguments and conferences in the Appellate Divisions and, when necessary, in Family and/or Supreme Court. The attorney will engage with other legal service and pro bono attorneys to promote children's rights through preparing trial level motions, appeals, and affirmative litigation. Essential Duties/Responsibilities Prepare motions, affirmations, summations, appellate briefs, and other litigation documents, independently and in collaboration with pro bono lawyers. Conduct extensive legal research and reviews of files and records to produce persuasive legal documents. Work collaboratively with in-house trial attorneys, social workers, and paralegals as well as pro bono counsel in preparing legal documents and identifying legal issues. Appear for oral argument in the Appellate Divisions for the First and Second Departments and court appearances at both trial and appellate levels. Subpoena or otherwise obtain all necessary documentation to prepare cases. Analyze legal issues, develop legal strategy, and facilitate its implementation. Collaborate with other CLC teams to best represent CLC clients. Regularly and appropriately respond to court, client, community, and staff concerns, and maintain professional and ethical standards at all times. Key Qualifications and Competencies: Excellent legal writing and research skills-ability to write clear, concise fact statements and legal arguments. Ability to synthesize a large volume of material, to address complex issues, and to pay attention to both big picture themes and details. Ability to work both collaboratively and independently. Excellent oral advocacy skills. Admitted to practice law in New York State. Demonstrated skills in advocacy, cultural competence, mediation, and interviewing. Demonstrated commitment to public interest and policy. Knowledge of New York family law. Superb interpersonal skills, effective communication skills, time management, and organizational skills. Curiosity and eagerness to continue learning new skills, grow professionally, and take on new challenges. Demonstrated ability to exercise complete discretion when working with confidential and sensitive information. History of working with pro bono providers a plus. Desire to work in a busy organization that represents children. Salary Requirements and Union Membership The expected salary range for this position ranges from $76,500 - $128,520 annually. Salary offers, pursuant to the CLC Collective Bargaining Agreement, are based on the number of years employed in a legal position including performed work analogous to the practice of law. Benefits At The Children's Law Center, we provide a comprehensive benefits package to support your wellbeing. Our offerings include health, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan including employer contribution and match, paid time off, and opportunities for professional growth. We are dedicated to creating a supportive and balanced work environment where you can thrive both personally and professionally. As an employee of The Children's Law Center, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs. For more information, please visit ***************************** Hybrid Schedule This position currently is hybrid and requires the individual's physical presence at CLC's offices in New York City. This position will be assigned to work at CLC's Brooklyn office, located at 44 Court Street, Brooklyn, NY.

About the Organization The Children's Law Center (CLC) is a non-profit legal services organization that represents children in custody, visitation, guardianship, paternity, family offense, and related child protective (abuse or neglect) proceedings in the Family Courts and the Integrated Domestic Violence Parts of the Supreme Court of the State of New York, and in appeals therefrom. CLC represents approximately 5,000 children annually in the Bronx, Brooklyn, Queens and Staten Island, providing holistic and zealous representation and support in the Court, the community and the legislature. CLC's mission is to empower our clients, prevent trauma and promote wellbeing. Description: Under the supervision of the Director of Appeals, Writing and Paralegal Support, the Writing Attorney will help shape children's rights law through preparing motions, affirmations, summations, and other trial level documents to be submitted in the Family Courts and IDV Parts of the Supreme Court, as well as appellate briefs and motions in the First and Second Departments of the Appellate Division. In addition, the attorney will appear for arguments and conferences in the Appellate Divisions and, when necessary, in Family Court. Essential Duties/Responsibilities: Prepare motions, affirmations, summations, appellate briefs, and other litigation documents. Conduct extensive legal research and reviews of files and records in order to produce persuasive legal documents. Work collaboratively with trial attorneys, social workers, and paralegals in preparing legal documents Appear for oral argument in the Appellate Divisions for the First and Second Departments. Other duties, as required. Key Qualifications and Competencies: Excellent legal writing skills-ability to write clear, concise fact statements and legal arguments. Ability to synthesize large volume of material, address complex issues, and to pay attention to both big picture themes and myriad details Excellent legal research skills Openness to and ability to learn from editing Ability to proofread carefully Ability to work well both collaboratively and independently Ability to handle and prioritize multiple assignments, while working under pressure Excellent oral advocacy skills Knowledge of Family Court and family law preferred by not required Admitted to practice law in New York State One year of relevant legal experience preferred Salary Requirements The expected salary range for this position ranges from $66,447.90 - $129,805.20 annually. Salary offers, pursuant to the CLC Collective Bargaining Agreement, are based on the number of years employed in a legal position including performed work analogous to the practice of law. Benefits At The Children's Law Center, we provide a comprehensive benefits package to support your wellbeing. Our offerings include health, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan including employer contribution and match, paid time off, and opportunities for professional growth. We are dedicated to creating a supportive and balanced work environment where you can thrive both personally and professionally. As an employee of The Children's Law Center, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education's website at ***************************** Hybrid Schedule This position currently requires the individual's physical presence in court at the discretion of the presiding Jurist and a minimum of two days per week in person at CLC's offices in New York City. As an equal opportunity employer, The Children's Law Center is committed to fostering an inclusive and equitable work environment. All qualified applicants will be afforded equal employment opportunities without discrimination because of race, creed, color, national origin, sex, age, disability or marital status.

About the Organization The Children's Law Center (CLC) is a non-profit legal services organization that represents children in custody, visitation, guardianship, paternity, family offense, and related child protective (abuse or neglect) proceedings in the Family Courts and the Integrated Domestic Violence Parts of the Supreme Court of the State of New York, and in appeals therefrom. CLC represents approximately 5,000 children annually in the Bronx, Brooklyn, Queens and Staten Island, providing holistic and zealous representation and support in the Court, the community and the legislature. CLC's mission is to empower our clients, prevent trauma and promote wellbeing. Job description Under the leadership of the Borough Director, the staff attorney will work to effectuate the mission of CLC. The staff attorney will ensure that CLC maintains high standards of representation and client services. In collaboration with paralegals, social workers and a writing unit, staff attorneys maintain their own caseloads, taking responsibility for zealous representation from intake through trial. Essential Duties/Responsibilities Conduct interviews with clients and other individuals; Handle court appearances; Subpoena or otherwise obtain all necessary documentation in order to prepare cases; Maintain comprehensive and well-organized case files on case management system; Regularly handle intake, comprehensively prepare cases for conference, negotiation or trial; Analyze legal issues, develop legal strategy and facilitate its implementation; Properly evaluate the strengths and weaknesses of a case; Explore alternatives to litigation and negotiate the best possible resolution for clients; Collaborate with the Writing, Social Work, Paralegal and Client Services teams to best represent CLC clients; Communicate with the Court, opposing counsel, and others in a timely manner, as necessary; Maintain ethical standards of practice; Regularly and appropriately respond to client, community and staff concerns; Attend training sessions pertinent to practice; Perform other duties as requested. Key Qualifications and Competencies Admitted to practice law in New York State Demonstrated skills in advocacy, cultural competence, mediation and interviewing Demonstrated commitment to public interest and policy Preference for knowledge of family court, custody, domestic violence, and child welfare Demonstrated experience teaming with colleagues to find solutions to complex situations Effective communication skills (written and verbal), time management, and organizational skills Curiosity and eagerness to continue learning new skills and grow professionally and take an optimistic approach to new challenges Proven ability to work independently with excellent judgment, diplomacy, professionalism and able to prioritize requests, track and manage multiple tasks simultaneously, and meet deadlines; Demonstrated ability to exercise complete discretion when working with confidential and sensitive information; Desire to work in a busy organization that represents children. Salary Requirements The expected salary range for this position ranges from $77,265 - $129,805 annually. Salary offers, pursuant to the CLC Collective Bargaining Agreement, are based on the number of years employed in a legal position including performed work analogous to the practice of law. Benefits At The Children's Law Center, we provide a comprehensive benefits package to support your wellbeing. Our offerings include health, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan including employer contribution and match, paid time off, and opportunities for professional growth. We are dedicated to creating a supportive and balanced work environment where you can thrive both personally and professionally. As an employee of The Children's Law Center, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs. For more information, please visit ***************************** Hybrid Schedule This position currently requires the individual's physical presence in court at the discretion of the presiding Jurist and a minimum of two days per week in person at CLC's offices in Queens, New York. As an equal opportunity employer, The Children's Law Center is committed to fostering an inclusive and equitable work environment. All qualified applicants will be afforded equal employment opportunities without discrimination because of race, creed, color, national origin, sex, age, disability or marital status.

About the Organization The Children's Law Center (CLC) is a non-profit legal services organization that represents children in custody, visitation, guardianship, paternity, family offense, and related child protective (abuse or neglect) proceedings in the Family Courts and the Integrated Domestic Violence Parts of the Supreme Court of the State of New York, and in appeals therefrom. CLC represents approximately 5,000 children annually in the Bronx, Brooklyn, Queens and Staten Island, providing holistic and zealous representation and support in the Court, the community and the legislature. CLC's mission is to empower our clients, prevent trauma and promote wellbeing. Job description Under the leadership of the Borough Director, the staff attorney will work to effectuate the mission of CLC. The staff attorney will ensure that CLC maintains high standards of representation and client services. In collaboration with paralegals, social workers and a writing unit, staff attorneys maintain their own caseloads, taking responsibility for zealous representation from intake through trial. Essential Duties/Responsibilities Conduct interviews with clients and other individuals; Handle court appearances; Subpoena or otherwise obtain all necessary documentation in order to prepare cases; Maintain comprehensive and well-organized case files on case management system; Regularly handle intake, comprehensively prepare cases for conference, negotiation or trial; Analyze legal issues, develop legal strategy and facilitate its implementation; Properly evaluate the strengths and weaknesses of a case; Explore alternatives to litigation and negotiate the best possible resolution for clients; Collaborate with the Writing, Social Work, Paralegal and Client Services teams to best represent CLC clients; Communicate with the Court, opposing counsel, and others in a timely manner, as necessary; Maintain ethical standards of practice; Regularly and appropriately respond to client, community and staff concerns; Attend training sessions pertinent to practice; Perform other duties as requested. Key Qualifications and Competencies Admitted to practice law in New York State Demonstrated skills in advocacy, cultural competence, mediation and interviewing Demonstrated commitment to public interest and policy Preference for knowledge of family court, custody, domestic violence, and child welfare Demonstrated experience teaming with colleagues to find solutions to complex situations Effective communication skills (written and verbal), time management, and organizational skills Curiosity and eagerness to continue learning new skills and grow professionally and take an optimistic approach to new challenges Proven ability to work independently with excellent judgment, diplomacy, professionalism and able to prioritize requests, track and manage multiple tasks simultaneously, and meet deadlines; Demonstrated ability to exercise complete discretion when working with confidential and sensitive information; Desire to work in a busy organization that represents children. Salary Requirements The expected salary range for this position ranges from $77,265 - $129,805 annually. Salary offers, pursuant to the CLC Collective Bargaining Agreement, are based on the number of years employed in a legal position including performed work analogous to the practice of law. Benefits At The Children's Law Center, we provide a comprehensive benefits package to support your wellbeing. Our offerings include health, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan including employer contribution and match, paid time off, and opportunities for professional growth. We are dedicated to creating a supportive and balanced work environment where you can thrive both personally and professionally. As an employee of The Children's Law Center, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs. For more information, please visit ***************************** Hybrid Schedule This position currently requires the individual's physical presence in court at the discretion of the presiding Jurist and a minimum of two days per week in person at CLC's offices in Queens, New York. As an equal opportunity employer, The Children's Law Center is committed to fostering an inclusive and equitable work environment. All qualified applicants will be afforded equal employment opportunities without discrimination because of race, creed, color, national origin, sex, age, disability or marital status. Powered by JazzHR jn Xpply0jG