Legal Intern - Family Service Association

We are currently accepting applications for an unpaid summer internship in our Guardianship program. The Legal Intern is directly responsible for review of cases and assisting with legal matters concerning clients of the Guardianship Program.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist with drafting correspondence, pleadings, and other documentation in connection with case work.
• Shadow case managers to learn legal aspect of treatment with antipsychotic medication.
• Become familiar with court forms and filing fees.
• Assist with court hearings, appeal hearings, etc.
• Assist with research for specific cases.
• Respond to reasonable expectations of the Agency and/or Program Director.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:  

• Must be currently enrolled in an undergraduate program, law school, or a licensed attorney in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts and a member in good standing with the Board of Bar Overseers. 
• Knowledge of probate or elder law; previous experience with Massachusetts Probate & Family Court system preferred but not required. 

**Must be able to successfully complete a MA State CORI check & CPS check.**

Family Service Association is a comprehensive private, non-profit social service agency dedicated to the development and implementation of services designed to provide strength and support to individuals and families throughout southeastern Massachusetts. Headquartered in Fall River, Family Service Association strives to increase the capacity of individuals and families to cope with the stresses of family life and interpersonal relationships in a positive, productive and health-improving manner. This agency is a leading provider of professional social services in the South Coast region of Massachusetts, with a 135-year tradition of high quality.

Family Service Association is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.