Students must be able to commit at least 20 hours a week. Responsibility for divorce and 209A caseload, including court appearance, under attorney supervision. Evidence course and attendance at a Massachusetts law school required. Possibility of continued employment throughout year, full time in summer. Law students to work at Middlesex Probate Court, providing assistance to victims of domestic violence, including preparation of court pleadings, advocacy at restraining order hearings, safety planning and referrals to support services.
Students work under paralegal and attorney supervision.
To receive funding, students must be work study eligible or willing to work for employer work study match. Factual and legal research, writing, some client intake and representation in area of Medicare. We have a total of approximately 3-4 summer internships available. A minimum of 20 hours per week is required, but full time is preferable. Work study funding is available.