Family Law Intern

Role Summary
The Family Law Intern assists Tubman’s legal department with projects such as drafting client correspondence, client conflict checks, screening prospective legal clients, and administrative tasks such as data entry, and research.

Impact & Benefits

• Support Tubman’s efforts to provide quality legal services to low-income clients
• Gain experience with clients from diverse backgrounds, cultures, and identities
• Learn about working within a legal department of a nonprofit social service organization

Position Responsibilities

• Manage client files by screening clients for legal services, collecting client documentation and providing appropriate follow-up communication and correspondence
• Complete administrative tasks as assigned while adhering to organizational policies regarding boundaries, ethics, and confidentiality
• Communicate and collaborate with staff in the legal department to provide coordinated services to clients

Qualifications & Expectations

The Tubman Law Clerk assists the legal department with family law and order for protection cases, including screening prospective legal clients, drafting pleadings, trial preparation, legal research and writing. This position is based in Minneapolis.

Position Qualifications:

• Demonstrated interest in the dynamics of domestic violence and the impact of trauma
• Interest in family law and legal systems
• Excellent writing and communication skills; strong organization and time-management skills; comfortable using the computer and databases
• Ability to maintain client confidentiality and to refer clients to appropriate resources
• Ability to work with diverse teams and clients to foster a culturally inclusive environment

Time Commitment & Availability

• 12-15 hours per week for minimum of 9 months
• Must have Thursday morning availability to attend team consultation meeting
• This is a hybrid position with both in-person and remote work

Supervision & Training

• Attend Tubman’s five-part Volunteer/Intern Orientation and Training series
• Supervision provided by legal services staff