The University of Akron School of Law Legal Clinic is accepting applications for one paid position for the summer and next year until May 2016. The paid position will be one of the Directors of our Inmate Assistance Program. Students eligible for a legal intern certificate may be able to participate in the Turning Point/Summit County Court of Common Pleas Felony Drug Court Program and provide courtroom advocacy and representation to Turning Point participants. All students are invited to apply, including rising 2L’s. Persons chosen for these positions will be paid $8.50 per hour up to 20 hours per week.
People interested in developing interviewing, research, and writing skills should apply. Our Clinic graduates use their skills in civil and criminal contexts as Public Defenders, County Prosecutors, Legal Aid lawyers, judicial law clerks, and civil practitioners.
A cover letter and resume must be submitted to Mrs. Davis at mdavis1@uakron.edu as soon as possible. We will be conducting interviews as applications are received and anticipate making a decision quickly, so please apply immediately if you wish us to consider your application. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact Paul Zindle at pez2@uakron.edu or stop in the Legal Clinic.