Legal Intern Job at Family Service Association - Fall River, Fall River, MA

TkxpSWY5MWVJR2RueWVndEhmcnhqM25UY0E9PQ==
  • Family Service Association - Fall River
  • Fall River, MA

Job Description

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.

Job Tags

Summer internship,

Similar Jobs

Jeffco Public Schools - Colorado

Special Education Teacher Job at Jeffco Public Schools - Colorado

 ...programs generally have intellectual disabilities or multiple disabilities and are taught towards extended evidence outcomes. ASD (Autism Spectrum Disorder)~ ASD center programs support students with significant deficits in functional communication, social skills and... 

Kelly

Planner Job at Kelly

 ...The Mechanical Turnaround Planner must be experienced in turnaround job planning with skills and knowledge to create a job package from the work order scope. The job package includes all information about required resources including; Labor, Materials, Tools, Equipment... 

LVI Associates

Water/Wastewater Process Lead Job at LVI Associates

 ...Company: A dynamic and innovative engineering firm specializing in water and wastewater systems. Committed to fostering mentorship,...  ...within budget. The Process Lead will work closely with Operations Managers, Principals, and other staff to drive business development and... 

General Dynamics Information Technology

Mexican Linguist Job at General Dynamics Information Technology

 ...Department of Defenses mission to keep our country safe and secure. Job Description At GDIT, people are our differentiator. As a Mexican Linguist you will help ensure today is safe and tomorrow is smarter. Our work depends on a natively fluent language specialist,... 

Dick Law Firm - 832LAWYERS

Entry Level Estimator Job at Dick Law Firm - 832LAWYERS

 ...adjuster is a strong plus . This is an opportunity to work with one of Texass top insurance litigation firms and gain high-level experience in disaster-related claims . If you have Xactimate expertise and a passion for insurance estimating , we encourage you...