D.C. Bar · 1 month ago
Legal Intern, Consumer & General Civil
Washington, DC, US
Internship
Hybrid
Intern
$18/hr - $18/hr
Start in 2026 SummerThe D.C. Bar Pro Bono Center is an independent nonprofit organization providing free legal assistance to individuals and small businesses. The legal intern position involves conducting legal research, assisting in the preparation of legal documents, and supporting various legal programs.
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Responsibilities
Conducts in-depth research on various legal issues, case law, statutes, and regulations. Interns often summarize their findings in memoranda or briefs
Assists in the preparation of legal documents, such as motions, pleadings, contracts, and briefs. Interns may also draft correspondence and other legal writing
Participates in clients and customer interviews, gathering facts, and helping to prepare clients for court appearances. Interns may also assist in drafting client letters or providing legal information
Observes court proceedings, hearings, and trials. Interns often take notes and may discuss the cases with their supervising attorney or judge
Assists with the organization and management of case files, including reviewing discovery documents, organizing exhibits, and summarizing depositions
Participates in meetings with clients, opposing counsel, and other stakeholders
Performs administrative duties related to case management, such as filing, photocopying, and organizing documents
Assists Pro Bono Center staff in preparing for and reporting on various remote and in-person legal clinics
Attends in-person and virtual clinics and resource center, and provides support to Pro Bono Center staff, volunteer attorneys, and clients
Responds to phone calls and emails from members of the client community, and provides appropriate information and referrals, as needed
Performs other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Successful completion of at least two semesters of law school
Successful completion of a course in legal research and writing
Record of academic and/or professional accomplishment
Demonstrated commitment to public interest law
Must be able to interact with individuals with diverse backgrounds, including people of limited means, with patience and compassion
Demonstrated commitment to valuing diversity and contributing to an inclusive working environment
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Strong interpersonal and customer service skills. Must work well in a team environment and be able to interact, including in-person, with Bar members, volunteers, vendors, the public and Pro Bono Center and Bar employees
Ability to handle and maintain the confidentiality of highly sensitive information
Preferred
Additional language proficiencies
Previous experience at a non-profit or legal services organization
Company
D.C. Bar
Since 1972 the District of Columbia Bar has been enhancing access to justice, improving the legal system, and empowering lawyers to achieve excellence.
Founded in 1972
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Margarita Lorenzetti, CPA, CGMA
Chief Financial Officer
Matt Butler
Chief Operating Officer
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