Student Assistant (Legal Intern)

The Administrative Litigation Unit (ALU) is part of the Office of General Counsel at the New York State Justice Center. The intern experience in ALU will include the analysis, interpretation, and application of laws related to the work of the NYS Justice Center for the Protection of People with Special Needs.

Responsibilities

• Review and assessment of testimonial, documentary, and audio/visual evidence gathered during investigations of allegations of abuse or neglect alleged to have occurred in facilities serving people with special needs.
• Analyze evidence to determine whether it meets statutory definitions of abuse or neglect.
• Conduct legal research and draft legal memorandum, if needed, on various issues.
• Set own priorities and manage all deadlines in accordance with legal timeframes.
• Provide assistance to others by performing various legal and administrative tasks, including but not limited to: assisting in creating evidence packets, redacting documents, mailing, scanning, faxing, filing, and copying.
• Assist with the creation, documentation, and implementation of procedures and filing systems.
• Maintain professionalism and confidentiality at all times. (Confidentiality training will be provided as part of the internship.)
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Preferred Standing: 3rd Year Law Student
• Minimum Standing: Rising 3rd Year Law Student
• Degree Concentrations: Legal Studies
• Skills: Writing, Research

Schedule

20 – 30 hours per week, up to full time during breaks.

About the Organization

Established in 2013 by the Protection with Special Needs Act, the New York State Justice Center for the Protection of People with Special Needs (Justice Center) is charged with protecting over one million New Yorkers under the care or jurisdiction across six State Oversight Agencies. Learn more about the Justice Center.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package
• Holiday & Paid Time Off
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
• Pension from New York State Employees’ Retirement System
• Affordable Health Care options
• Family dental and vision benefits at no additional cost
• NYS Deferred Compensation plan
• Access to NY 529 College Savings Program

Please note that specific benefits and programs may vary based on negotiating unit, current contract, and length of State service.