Unpaid internship in NYC for attorneys & foreign lawyers

Queens general practice law firm hosting internship program. We seek Two to Three (2-3) interns to learn and assist in law firm responsibilities for three month, subject to renewal. A friendly, fast-paced international environment to gain experience and learn while working with supportive colleagues. Mandarin, Cantonese, Taiwanese, etc. dialects A+.

The law firm has offices in Flushing, Queens, 8th Avenue, Brooklyn and Chinatown, Manhattan and experienced in Real Estate, Immigration, Matrimonial, Bankruptcy, Personal Injury, IP Infringement and FLSA. Excellent training for a law student or graduate needing to obtain crucial experience in above specialty work in a competitive market or needing experience to apply to the future careers.

Also perfect for a foreign attorney seeking to get experience in an American law firm. The work will be on par with similarly complex legal work of a law graduate awaiting admission to the bar. Foreign attorney will, of course, receive legal training and assignments commensurate with their background and position.

Intern will gain experience in all aspects of litigation practice, and will work directly with Attorneys. Intern will receive training in (1) Telephone Communication with Clients (2) Initially evaluating & researching cases, (3) Writing correspondence and all kinds of legal papers for courts, (4) Completing legal forms and applications, (5) Interviewing clients & going to court, (6) Working with governmental agencies, and (7) Assisting in analyzing & investigating cases in preparation for trial.

A strong letter of recommendation will be provided upon request and successful completion of internship. An Evaluation and Exit Interview will be conducted and intern will be considered for a formal offer of employment at conclusion.

Law firm can provide academic credit under school program as internship or externship. Please note that this is an unpaid position to gain valuable experience only.

http://newyork.craigslist.org/que/lgl/2113180098.html

Manhattan law firm seeks unpaid attorneys

A four attorney law firm with focus on foreign clients covering the areas of corporate, immigration, trademark, licensing, real estate and litigation.

We are seeking unpaid part time interns for the Spring semester 2011 from January to end of April. Required 12 to 20 hrs per week.

Duties:
- Legal research
- Assisting the attorney during interviews and consultations with clients
- Court filing and assisting attorneys on Court appearances
- Drafting legal memoranda
- Preparation of legal forms
- Filing of documents with courts/administrative agencies
- Other general office tasks

2nd, 3rd yr, JD and LLM.

Unpaid internship.

Please send resume before December 20, 2010.

http://newyork.craigslist.org/mnh/lgl/2100344224.html

Entry-level attorney apprenticeship @ NYC firm

Small start-up law firm has an opening for one recently admitted attorney to work as an unpaid intern/apprentice. Title of associate for admitted attorney if length of your commitment is at least six months for substantially full-time (hours/days flexible). Firm consists of three (one in NYC, two abroad) experienced corporate/M&A/securities lawyers formerly practicing at prestigious New York law firms. The firm handles cross-border transactional or business law matters, primarily related to corporate and commercial transactions, financial transactions, investment banking, investment funds, securities and commodities regulation, joint ventures, and international law. No litigation document review or privilege logs. There is no secretarial or support staff (yet). There is a remote possibility of receiving sporadic income from fees as collected by the firm on billable work, such income would be minimal and undependable at best. The firm does not offer any health plan or other benefits. Although this internship is a good opportunity to gain experience and build your resume, it should be viewed as a stepping stone rather than as an opportunity to grow into a permanent salaried position. The firm only recruits laterals with business generating ability. Please do not apply if you do not have the economic means to support yourself during the period of your commitment.

Preferred Qualifications: Availability to start immediately; admission to practice law in at least one jurisdiction (foreign or domestic); law degree (J.D. or LL.M.) from a U.S. law school; strong academics, writing, critical thinking and analytical ability, and organizational skills; self-motivated; fast learner; relevant academic or work experience; fluency in Portuguese; strong work ethic; computer skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint); positive attitude and other positive attributes or skills will all be considered.

If this position is of interest, please reply by e-mail with your resume, confirming your availability for an interview weekdays during the next two weeks (November 15 - 26) and your availability to start immediately. If we contact you, you will need to provide: an unofficial copy of law school grades, writing sample, references, and any other information you deem relevant (e.g., letters of recommendation, deal sheets if you have been practicing, or anything illustrative of the above qualifications). Our reply will contain a link to our website which will allow you to find out more about the firm. You will have an opportunity to ask questions about our firm during the interview.

Compensation: No salary; share of fee from available FCF based on your collected time @$35/hr and up depending upon qualifications and experience

http://newyork.craigslist.org/mnh/lgl/2054381902.html

Jobs for foreign LLM students near NYC

Attorney Internships. We are seeking foreign LLM students who have sat for or will sit for the New York and/or Connecticut Bar Exams. We are willing to train you to work in a law office and to practice law.

Location: WHITE PLAINS, NY
Compensation: $300 per week

http://newyork.craigslist.org/wch/lgl/2040789675.html

NYC law firm seeks attorney for unpaid internship

Pre-Hired Internship Positions for Attorney/ Paralegal/ Law Graduate & Students Internship (Flushing, Queens)

Queens general practice law firm hosting internship program. We seek Two (2) interns to learn and assist in law firm responsibilities for three month, subject to renewal. A friendly, fast-paced international environment to gain experience and learn while working with supportive colleagues. Mandarin, Cantonese, Taiwanese, etc. dialects A+.

The law firm has offices in Flushing, Queens, 8th Avenue, Brooklyn and Chinatown, Manhattan and experienced in Real Estate, Immigration, Matrimonial, Bankruptcy, Personal Injury, IP Infringement and FLSA. Excellent training for a law student or graduate needing to obtain crucial experience in above specialty work in a competitive market or needing experience to apply to the future careers.

Also perfect for a foreign attorney seeking to get experience in an American law firm. The work will be on par with similarly complex legal work of a law graduate awaiting admission to the bar. Foreign attorney will, of course, receive legal training and assignments commensurate with their background and position.

Intern will gain experience in all aspects of litigation practice, and will work directly with Attorneys. Intern will receive training in (1) Telephone Communication with Clients (2) Initially evaluating & researching cases, (3) Writing correspondence and all kinds of legal papers for courts, (4) Completing legal forms and applications, (5) Interviewing clients & going to court, (6) Working with governmental agencies, and (7) Assisting in analyzing & investigating cases in preparation for trial.

A strong letter of recommendation will be provided upon request and successful completion of internship. An Evaluation and Exit Interview will be conducted and intern will be considered for a formal offer of employment at conclusion.

Law firm can provide academic credit under school program as internship or externship. Please note that this is an UNpaid position to gain valuable experience only.
Please email resume and cover letter with possible starting dates and schedule.

http://newyork.craigslist.org/que/lgl/1962841313.html