Foundation Litigation Intern (Fall)
About the position
AARP Foundation is the charitable affiliate of AARP. We work to end senior poverty by helping vulnerable older adults build economic opportunity and social connectedness. We run a public interest law firm that takes on cutting-edge impact litigation in federal and state courts nationwide to advance the legal rights and interests of people 50 and older. We take on unlawful government and industry practices to help older adults improve their well-being and stay connected to their communities. We are AARP Foundation Litigation, the litigating unit of AARP Foundation. We are looking for a top-notch rising third-year or advanced degree law student with a passion for litigation to work with us to end senior poverty. If you are a critical thinker, an eager learner, and a team player who wants to gain valuable experience in public interest law, read on. This paid internship has an anticipated start date of Fall 2025.
Responsibilities
• Conduct legal research
,
• Draft memoranda, pleadings, briefs, and other legal documents
,
• Assist in civil discovery
,
• Interview current and potential clients
,
• Work with outside co-counsel
,
• Participate in litigation strategy
Requirements
• Third-year or advanced degree (e.g., L.L.M.) law student at the start of the internship
,
• Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal skills
,
• Proficiency with WESTLAW and other legal research platforms
,
• Significant experience with The Blue Book: A Uniform System of Citation
,
• Demonstrated public interest/public service interest or experience
Nice-to-haves
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Benefits
• Hourly rate of $21
,
• Hybrid work environment with remote work on Mondays and Fridays
Apply Now
AARP Foundation is the charitable affiliate of AARP. We work to end senior poverty by helping vulnerable older adults build economic opportunity and social connectedness. We run a public interest law firm that takes on cutting-edge impact litigation in federal and state courts nationwide to advance the legal rights and interests of people 50 and older. We take on unlawful government and industry practices to help older adults improve their well-being and stay connected to their communities. We are AARP Foundation Litigation, the litigating unit of AARP Foundation. We are looking for a top-notch rising third-year or advanced degree law student with a passion for litigation to work with us to end senior poverty. If you are a critical thinker, an eager learner, and a team player who wants to gain valuable experience in public interest law, read on. This paid internship has an anticipated start date of Fall 2025.
Responsibilities
• Conduct legal research
,
• Draft memoranda, pleadings, briefs, and other legal documents
,
• Assist in civil discovery
,
• Interview current and potential clients
,
• Work with outside co-counsel
,
• Participate in litigation strategy
Requirements
• Third-year or advanced degree (e.g., L.L.M.) law student at the start of the internship
,
• Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal skills
,
• Proficiency with WESTLAW and other legal research platforms
,
• Significant experience with The Blue Book: A Uniform System of Citation
,
• Demonstrated public interest/public service interest or experience
Nice-to-haves
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Benefits
• Hourly rate of $21
,
• Hybrid work environment with remote work on Mondays and Fridays
Apply Now