The Cuyahoga County Prosecutor’s Office (CCPO) in Cleveland, Ohio is seeking diverse students to participate in their summer internship program. This program includes paid positions, unpaid internships, and externships for credit. An exciting opportunity to develop your legal skills this summer. Any 1Ls and 2Ls interested should email their resume and a brief writing sample (5-10 pages) to Director O’Brien (ab139@uakron.edu) no later than Thursday, April 7th at 5:00 PM.
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Two new summer opportunities to check out!
Akron, OH – Director of Inmate Assistance Program – Law Clinic at The University of Akron
AkronLawJobs No. 7253 Overview: Position will last until May 2017 and possibly May 2018. Paid position – $8.50 per hour up to 20 hours per week. You will develop interviewing, research, and writing skills. Clinic graduates use their skills in civil and criminal contexts as Public Defenders, County Prosecutors, Legal Aid lawyers, judicial law clerks, and civil practitioners.
Qualifications: 1L, 2L, or 3L
How to apply: E-mail your resume and cover letter to pez2@uakron.edu as soon as possible. Questions? Contact Paul Zindle at pez2@uakron.edu or stop in the Legal Clinic.
Deadline: ASAP
Various U.S. Locations – 2016 Summer ‘Law Clerk’ Internship – US Air Force JAG
AkronLawJobs No. 7248 Overview: As an intern, you will gain hands-on experience in diverse areas of legal practice while learning more about the Air Force JAG Corps. This is a PAID internship program.
Duties: Will work under attorney supervision in numerous practice areas of the JAG Corps including preparing criminal and civil cases by conducting legal research, writing briefs and opinions, conducting investigations and interviewing witnesses. Assist attorneys who counsel and represent Airmen, their family members and retirees in personal legal matters in areas such as family law, estate planning, landloard-tenant law, tax, bankruptcy, immigration and naturalization law. Will also support attorneys in other areas, such as federal tort claims, government procurement law, employment law, international law, and environmental law.
Qualifications: U.S. Citizen; Enrolled in ABA accredited law school; Available to work 10-12 weeks in the summer; Be able to obtain a Common Access Card through a security clearance.
How to apply: Apply online at www.USAJOBS.gov; locate the position using “Air Force Law Clerk”; 2Ls apply to position #617976. 2L receive GS-9, step 1 pay; 1Ls apply to position 617978. 1L receive GS-7, Step 1 pay. Required documents Resume (limited to 1 page); Occupational Questionnaire completed in USAJobs.gov; Unofficial transcripts (undergrad AND law school); Geographic Preferences Memorandum (see base locations at www.airforce.com)
Deadline: March 31, 2016
Social Justice at Akron Law – Monday, March 28th
Upon our return from spring break, join Professor Lee Monday, March 28th at 12:15 PM in Quaker Square Ballroom D to discuss social justice issues. We will have a speaker to present on this week’s issue of eviction and affordable housing. Pizza provided.
If any part-time or evening students have an interest in this programming but cannot meet at this time, please contact Professor Lee by email at btlee@uakron.edu, and if there is interest we will meet again on Tuesday, March 29th at Quaker Square Suite 410.
To read for discussion:
“Forced Out,” by Matthew Desmond
Last SBA General Body Meeting of the Semester
Good Morning, Everyone!
Mark your calendars for Monday, March 28, because we will be holding our very last SBA meeting of the semester at 12:15 p.m. in room 301 of the library. We will be discussing the much-anticipated Barristers Ball and Elections for next year’s SBA leadership team (executive board). This meeting is crucial because we will be discussing how to run for SBA positions for the 2016-2017 school year.
As always, bring your calendars! Snacks will also be provided!
Judicial Internship with Summit County Probate Court
Akron, Ohio — Judicial Clerkship – Summit County Probate Court
AkronLawJobs No. 7241 Overview: Seeking candidates to apply for a judicial clerkship with the Court starting in June 2016 through the end of the fall.
Duties: Work closely with the Judge on civil cases and various magistrates on other assignments, as needed. This is a part-time, PAID position with flexible hours to accommodate law school schedules.
Qualifications: Should have at least a “B” average and excellent research and writing skills. Prefer applicants who have completed Civil Procedure.
How to apply: Send your resume, transcript and writing sample to: nwalker@summitohioprobate.com.
Deadline: April 23, 2016