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Legal Internships
Are you a second year law student? Do you have a passion for helping others? Are you interested in protecting children from domestic violence and child abuse? Join the Child Justice Internship Program and make a difference in the lives of Maryland children!
View 2022-2023 Internship Details
Child Justice, Inc. is a national organization based in Silver Spring, Maryland, with satellite offices in Columbia and Rockville. Child Justice staff attorneys work with non-offending protective parents to seek appropriate judicial solutions to protect children. We advocate for children’s rights when the courts fail to protect them in custody cases that involve domestic violence and/or child abuse. We also handle protective order cases that involve children. Legal interns have the opportunity to work alongside our attorneys and clients gaining hands-on experience. If you are interested in applying for an internship, please click the button below.
- Summer Placement: March 15
- Fall Placement: July 15
- Spring Placement: November 15
Due to the challenging nature of the subject matter and duties of interns, 2L students are preferred. However, we will consider 1L students if they meet our criteria. If you are self-motivated, have excellent attention to detail, and are able to meet deadlines, please apply. You must be able to handle highly emotional material and maintain confidentiality. While internships are unpaid, there is opportunity to receive academic credit.
If you are interested in applying for an internship position, please fill out the form below and we will be in touch. Please be mindful of the application deadlines. Thank you for your interest in protecting children!
“Interning at Child Justice has provided great practical experience and exposure through motions practice, court observation, and research assignments. Beyond that, it has been a rewarding experience. Working at Child Justice has provided me with the opportunity to help parents navigate the legal system and to advocate for those who need the most protection.”-Kristin Weiss, J.D. Candidate, 2023Antonin Scalia Law SchoolGeorge Mason UniversityArticle About The CJI Internship Experience
Legal Internships
Are you a second year law student? Do you have a passion for helping others? Are you interested in protecting children from domestic violence and child abuse? Join the Child Justice Internship Program and make a difference in the lives of Maryland children!
Child Justice, Inc. is a national organization based in Silver Spring, Maryland, with satellite offices in Columbia and Rockville. Child Justice staff attorneys work with non-offending protective parents to seek appropriate judicial solutions to protect children. We advocate for children’s rights when the courts fail to protect them in custody cases that involve domestic violence and/or child abuse. We also handle protective order cases that involve children. Legal interns have the opportunity to work alongside our attorneys and clients gaining hands-on experience. If you are interested in applying for an internship, please click the button below.
View 2022-2023 Internship Details
- Summer Placement: March 15
- Fall Placement: July 15
- Spring Placement: November 15
Due to the challenging nature of the subject matter and duties of interns, 2L students are preferred. However, we will consider 1L students if they meet our criteria. If you are self-motivated, have excellent attention to detail, and are able to meet deadlines, please apply. You must be able to handle highly emotional material and maintain confidentiality. While internships are unpaid, there is opportunity to receive academic credit.
If you are interested in applying for an internship position, please fill out the form below and we will be in touch. Please be mindful of the application deadlines. Thank you for your interest in protecting children!
“Interning at Child Justice has provided great practical experience and exposure through motions practice, court observation, and research assignments. Beyond that, it has been a rewarding experience. Working at Child Justice has provided me with the opportunity to help parents navigate the legal system and to advocate for those who need the most protection.”-Kristin Weiss, J.D. Candidate, 2023Antonin Scalia Law SchoolGeorge Mason UniversityArticle About The CJI Internship Experience
Legal Internships
Are you a second year law student? Do you have a passion for helping others? Are you interested in protecting children from domestic violence and child abuse? Join the Child Justice Internship Program and make a difference in the lives of Maryland children!
Child Justice, Inc. is a national organization based in Silver Spring, Maryland, with satellite offices in Columbia and Rockville. Child Justice staff attorneys work with non-offending protective parents to seek appropriate judicial solutions to protect children. We advocate for children’s rights when the courts fail to protect them in custody cases that involve domestic violence and/or child abuse. We also handle protective order cases that involve children. Legal interns have the opportunity to work alongside our attorneys and clients gaining hands-on experience. If you are interested in applying for an internship, please click the button below.
View 2022-2023 Internship Details
- Summer Placement: March 15
- Fall Placement: July 15
- Spring Placement: November 15
“Interning at Child Justice has provided great practical experience and exposure through motions practice, court observation, and research assignments. Beyond that, it has been a rewarding experience. Working at Child Justice has provided me with the opportunity to help parents navigate the legal system and to advocate for those who need the most protection.”-Kristin Weiss, J.D. Candidate, 2023Antonin Scalia Law SchoolGeorge Mason UniversityArticle About The CJI Internship Experience
Due to the challenging nature of the subject matter and duties of interns, 2L students are preferred. However, we will consider 1L students if they meet our criteria. If you are self-motivated, have excellent attention to detail, and are able to meet deadlines, please apply. You must be able to handle highly emotional material and maintain confidentiality. While internships are unpaid, there is opportunity to receive academic credit.
If you are interested in applying for an internship position, please fill out the form below and we will be in touch. Please be mindful of the application deadlines. Thank you for your interest in protecting children!
Legal Internships
Are you a second year law student? Do you have a passion for helping others? Are you interested in protecting children from domestic violence and child abuse? Join the Child Justice Internship Program and make a difference in the lives of Maryland children!
Child Justice, Inc. is a national organization based in Silver Spring, Maryland, with satellite offices in Columbia and Rockville. Child Justice staff attorneys work with non-offending protective parents to seek appropriate judicial solutions to protect children. We advocate for children’s rights when the courts fail to protect them in custody cases that involve domestic violence and/or child abuse. We also handle protective order cases that involve children. Legal interns have the opportunity to work alongside our attorneys and clients gaining hands-on experience. If you are interested in applying for an internship, please click the button below.
- Summer Placement: March 15
- Fall Placement: July 15
- Spring Placement: November 15
“Interning at Child Justice has provided great practical experience and exposure through motions practice, court observation, and research assignments. Beyond that, it has been a rewarding experience. Working at Child Justice has provided me with the opportunity to help parents navigate the legal system and to advocate for those who need the most protection.”-Kristin Weiss, J.D. Candidate, 2023Antonin Scalia Law SchoolGeorge Mason UniversityArticle About The CJI Internship Experience
Due to the challenging nature of the subject matter and duties of interns, 2L students are preferred. However, we will consider 1L students if they meet our criteria. If you are self-motivated, have excellent attention to detail, and are able to meet deadlines, please apply. You must be able to handle highly emotional material and maintain confidentiality. While internships are unpaid, there is opportunity to receive academic credit.
If you are interested in applying for an internship position, please fill out the form below and we will be in touch. Please be mindful of the application deadlines. Thank you for your interest in protecting children!
We know that law school is difficult. We also know that it doesn’t teach you all the skills you need to step into a courtroom upon passing the Bar! By joining the Child Justice Internship Program, you will be exposed to clients, attorneys, judges, and paralegals. You will get hands-on experience in real cases. You will attend court proceedings, assist with research, and work directly with Child Justice attorneys. We will help to provide the real-life skills you need to be a successful attorney.
Benefits Of Our Internship Program
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Hands-On Experience
Review/evaluate client applications, organize case files, write up case summaries in cases targeted for pro-bono legal assistance.
Be On Court Watch
Attend court proceedings and take notes while the action is happening throughout Maryland, Virginia and the District of Columbia.
Brush Up On Research Skills
Assist an attorney or pro se litigant with legal research pertaining to actual cases being handled by our organization.
Legal Writing, Perfected
Opportunity to conceptualize, develop and write articles for submission for publication in industry-recognized media outlets.
Work Directly With Clients
Interact directly with clients to gain experience working with and representing those who've experienced domestic violence.
Become A Nonprofit Pro
Acting as legal counsel for a charity is tough work! Learn how to navigate the specific legal challenges facing nonprofits.
Benefits Of Our Internship Program
We know that law school is difficult. We also know that it doesn’t teach you all the skills you need to step into a courtroom upon passing the Bar! By joining the Child Justice Internship Program, you will be exposed to clients, attorneys, judges, and paralegals. You will get hands-on experience in real cases. You will attend court proceedings, assist with research, and work directly with Child Justice attorneys. We will help to provide the real-life skills you need to be a successful attorney.
Contact Us
Hands-On Experience
Review/evaluate client applications, organize case files, write up case summaries in cases targeted for pro-bono legal assistance.
Be On Court Watch
Attend court proceedings and take notes while the action is happening throughout Maryland, Virginia and the District of Columbia.
Brush Up On Research Skills
Assist an attorney or pro se litigant with legal research pertaining to actual cases being handled by our organization.
Legal Writing, Perfected
Opportunity to conceptualize, develop and write articles for submission for publication in industry-recognized media outlets.
Work Directly With Clients
Interact directly with clients to gain experience working with and representing those who've experienced domestic violence.
Become ANonprofit Pro
Acting as legal counsel for a charity is tough work! Learn how to navigate the specific legal challenges facing nonprofits.
Benefits Of Our Internship Program
We know that law school is difficult. We also know that it doesn’t teach you all the skills you need to step into a courtroom upon passing the Bar! By joining the Child Justice Internship Program, you will be exposed to clients, attorneys, judges, and paralegals. You will get hands-on experience in real cases. You will attend court proceedings, assist with research, and work directly with Child Justice attorneys. We will help to provide the real-life skills you need to be a successful attorney.
Contact Us
Hands-On Experience
Review/evaluate client applications, organize case files, write up case summaries in cases targeted for pro-bono legal assistance.
Be On Court Watch
Attend court proceedings and take notes while the action is happening throughout Maryland, Virginia and the District of Columbia.
Brush Up On Research Skills
Assist an attorney or pro se litigant with legal research pertaining to actual cases being handled by our organization.
Legal Writing, Perfected
Opportunity to conceptualize, develop and write articles for submission for publication in industry-recognized media outlets.
Work Directly With Clients
Interact directly with clients to gain experience working with and representing those who've experienced domestic violence.
Become A Nonprofit Pro
Acting as legal counsel for a charity is tough work! Learn how to navigate the specific legal challenges facing nonprofits.
Benefits Of Our Internship Program
We know that law school is difficult. We also know that it doesn’t teach you all the skills you need to step into a courtroom upon passing the Bar! By joining the Child Justice Internship Program, you will be exposed to clients, attorneys, judges, and paralegals. You will get hands-on experience in real cases. You will attend court proceedings, assist with research, and work directly with Child Justice attorneys. We will help to provide the real-life skills you need to be a successful attorney.
Contact Us
Hands-On Experience
Review/evaluate client applications, organize case files, write up case summaries in cases targeted for pro-bono legal assistance.
Be On Court Watch
Attend court proceedings and take notes while the action is happening throughout Maryland, Virginia and the District of Columbia.
Brush Up On Research Skills
Assist an attorney or pro se litigant with legal research pertaining to actual cases being handled by our organization.
Legal Writing, Perfected
Opportunity to conceptualize, develop and write articles for submission for publication in industry-recognized media outlets.
Work Directly With Clients
Interact directly with clients to gain experience working with and representing those who've experienced domestic violence.
Become A Nonprofit Pro
Acting as legal counsel for a charity is tough work! Learn how to navigate the specific legal challenges facing nonprofits.
