Legal Counsel for the Elderly Intern (Spring 2027)

AARP; Washington (District of Columbia); Ibrido; USD 24.000 - 34.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

AARP’s Legal Counsel for the Elderly (LCE) interns in Washington, D.C., working under supervision to support free legal and social work services for seniors 60+. The internship focuses on elder law, civil matters, and systemic advocacy, with exposure to client representation and legal process.

This paid internship begins in Spring 2027 and may extend for an additional semester; compensation is $21 per hour.

Competenze

• Currently enrolled in an accredited law school and classified as rising 2L/2L/3L/3L at start of internship.
• Interest in serving low-income seniors and sensitivity to elderly needs.

Mansioni

• Interviewing current and prospective clients.
• Meeting clients in the community (at home or in facilities).
• Conducting fact-finding investigations.
• Drafting correspondence.
• Performing legal research and writing.
• Preparing discovery requests.
• Drafting motions.
• Aiding in preparation of court cases.
• Observing legal strategies formulation and implementation.
• Observing attorneys in court or in admin proceedings.
• Following settlement negotiations.
• Documenting in computerized case management database.

Conoscenze

Legal research

Client interviewing

Document drafting

Formazione

Law student (2L/3L)

Strumenti

Case management software

Legal research databases

Descrizione del lavoro

Overview

AARP’s Legal Counsel for the Elderly (LCE) champions the dignity and rights of vulnerable Washington, D.C. seniors 60-plus, providing free legal and social work services to those in need — empowering, defending, protecting, and helping thousands of clients each year in many areas of civil law.

Under the supervision of an experienced and licensed attorney, the LCE intern will be exposed to and participate in various legal functions related to law practice in an elder law setting for low-income older persons. Interns will complete the internship, gaining client interaction skills, subject area knowledge, and supervised experience in individual client representation and systemic advocacy.

Students interested in issues related to landlord-tenant, economic security, healthcare benefits, long-term care services, homeownership preservation, combatting fraud and financial abuse, and identifying solutions to systemic problems should apply. This paid internship will begin in Spring 2027 and may extend for an additional semester.

Responsibilities

• Interviewing current and prospective clients


• Meeting clients in the community (at home or in various facilities)


• Conducting fact-finding investigations


• Drafting correspondence


• Performing legal research and writing


• Preparing discovery requests


• Drafting motions


• Aiding in the preparation of court cases


• Observing the formulation and implementation of legal strategies


• Observing attorneys in court or in administrative proceedings


• Following settlement negotiations


• Documenting in computerized case management database

Qualifications

• Prospective intern must be currently enrolled in an accredited law school, classified as a rising 2L, 2L, rising 3L, or 3L at the start of the internship; have demonstrated interest in serving the needs of low income 60+ individuals and have a sensitivity to the needs of the elderly


• The ability to speak languages in addition to English is a plus but is not required

AARP will not sponsor an employment visa for this position.

Additional Requirements

• Regular and reliable job attendance


• Effective verbal and written communication skills


• Exhibit respect and understanding of others to maintain professional relationships


• Independent judgement in evaluation options to make sound decisions


• In office/open office environment with the ability to work effectively surrounded by moderate noise

Compensation And Benefits

The hourly rate is $21. Internships are non-exempt positions and are not eligible for employee benefits.

Hybrid Work Environment

AARP observes Mondays and Fridays as remote workdays, except for essential functions. Remote work can only be done within the United States and its territories.

Equal Employment Opportunity

AARP is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive culture. AARP does not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, religion, sex, color, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, mental or physical disability, genetic information, veteran status, or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law.