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NRP Group

Legal Intern

Cleveland, OH

Training, certification, & growth opportunities * Employee referral & recognition programs Since ... The Legal Intern will primarily support the in-house legal team in areas such as contract review ...

NRP Group

Legal Intern

Cleveland, OH · On-site

Training, certification, & growth opportunities * Employee referral & recognition programs Since ... The Legal Intern will primarily support the in-house legal team in areas such as contract review ...

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How much do certified legal intern jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 22, 2026, the average hourly pay for certified legal intern in the United States is $19.79, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.11 and $22.36 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a certified legal intern?

A Certified Legal Intern is a law student, typically in their final year of law school, who is authorized to practice law under the supervision of a licensed attorney. Through special certification programs, such as those offered by state bar associations, these interns can represent clients, appear in court, and handle legal matters to gain practical experience before becoming licensed attorneys. This role provides valuable hands-on training and helps students transition from academic study to professional practice.

What does a certified legal intern do?

As a Certified Legal Intern, you can expect to be involved in a variety of substantive legal work under the supervision of licensed attorneys. Your daily responsibilities may include assisting with legal research, drafting motions and briefs, interviewing clients or witnesses, and attending court proceedings. You'll also have opportunities to observe and sometimes participate in hearings or negotiations, depending on your jurisdiction's rules. This role offers valuable, hands-on experience and insight into the practice of law, making it an excellent stepping stone for future legal careers.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a certified legal intern?

To thrive as a Certified Legal Intern, you need a solid understanding of legal research, writing, and analysis, typically supported by enrollment in law school and meeting your jurisdiction’s certification requirements. Familiarity with legal research databases like Westlaw or LexisNexis and proficiency in document drafting software are commonly required. Strong communication, attention to detail, and time management are standout soft skills for this role. These competencies are crucial to delivering accurate legal work, supporting supervising attorneys, and gaining practical experience in a professional legal environment.

What is the difference between Certified Legal Intern vs Law Clerk?

AspectCertified Legal InternLaw Clerk
Required CredentialsTypically law students or recent graduates, may need certification or internship approvalLaw students or recent graduates, often with legal education background
Work EnvironmentInternship settings, law firms, courts, legal departmentsLegal offices, courts, law firms, government agencies
Employer & Industry UsageUsed in educational and legal internship programs, often for trainingCommonly employed to assist judges or attorneys with research and case preparation

The main difference is that Certified Legal Interns are typically law students or recent graduates participating in supervised internships, often with certification, while Law Clerks are usually law students or graduates working in legal settings to support attorneys or judges. Both roles involve legal research and assistance, but the Certified Legal Intern designation emphasizes internship status and certification, whereas Law Clerk roles are more formal employment positions.

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Infographic showing various Certified Legal Intern job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 75% Full Time, 16% Part Time, and 7% Contract. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $41,159 per year, or $19.8 per hour.

Staff Attorney

Florida Rural Legal Services, Inc.

Port Saint Lucie, FL • On-site

$74K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 14 days ago

Job description

Florida Rural Legal Services, Inc. (FRLS) is a non-profit law firm that provides free civil legal aid to eligible individuals, families, and vulnerable communities across 13 Florida counties, as well as to farm workers statewide. Since 1966, FRLS has been dedicated to justice, offering legal services in housing law, family law, consumer protection, public benefits, elder law, disaster relief, education law, and more-at no cost to our clients. FRLS partners with community organizations and pro bono attorneys to provide quality advocacy, outreach, and education aimed at protecting the rights of those in need. For over 50 years, FRLS has been a steadfast advocate for justice. Learn more at www.FRLS.org.
This position is responsible for providing civil legal services as a member of the Disaster Legal Services team in the areas of Probate, Real Estate, Consumer, and Bankruptcy as well as other areas unique to disaster recovery, offering representation and advocacy to individuals, families, and vulnerable communities in need of support.
Essential Functions
  1. Interviews, certifies eligibility, and identifies the legal problems of FRLS's clients within a specific area of law and provides clients with appropriate legal assistance in the form of advice, referrals, or actual representation.
  2. Participates in community outreach and education.
  3. Represents clients in court and before administrative agencies as accepted.
  4. Provides documentation, statistical information and other records as required by the Managing Attorney, Deputy Director, or Executive Director.
  5. Participates in case acceptance meetings.
  6. Participates in training to keep up CLE's and required and legally relevant training as may be provided by the program and as mandated by Florida Bar rules.
  7. Adheres to office hours, exhibits a strong work ethic and excellent time management skills, communicates, and treats clients and staff with courtesy and respect, provides constructive feedback to other advocates (paralegals) on cases discussed.
  8. Serves as a role model to support staff by promoting the values of hard work, high quality advocacy and treating others with courtesy and respect.
  9. Attempts to ensure accessibility of the local office(s) when necessary, by serving clients, including rural clients, non-English speaking clients and client with disabilities.
  10. Promotes good relations with the public, including client groups, service providers, press, and private bars, attending/speaking at local meetings as appropriate and approved by the Managing Attorney, Deputy Director and/or Executive Director.
  11. Is familiar with FRLS policies, as well as requirements of LSC and other funders, and adheres to those policies and requirements.
  12. Maintains an accurate follow-up system to review cases when needed.
  13. Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements
1. Juris Doctorate from an ABA accredited law school and barred in Florida; or
2. Certified Legal Intern (CLI) Certificate required
• Candidates must be eligible for and maintain Certified Legal Intern (CLI) status in accordance with Florida Supreme Court requirements. CLI certification is time-limited (generally up to 18 months), and continued employment in this role is contingent upon maintaining active certification and taking the first bar exam available after graduation.
• Current law student or recent law school graduate eligible for CLI certification under Florida Supreme Court rule. If not currently a Certified Legal Intern at the time of hire, the individual must obtain certification before onboarding.
3. Knowledge of State and Federal court practices required.
4. Some knowledge of the legal system, commitment to the mission of FRLS and compassion for the clients.
5. Ability to forge positive relationships with prospects and colleagues.
6. Good organizational, interpersonal and communication skills.
7. Ability to work collaboratively, yet independently.
8. Must be able to effectively and efficiently maximize existing resources.
9. Working knowledge of Microsoft Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint).
Knowledge of CMS a plus.
10. Must be able to effectively work in high-pressure situations, which involve deadlines.
11. Bilingual Spanish/Haitian Creole preferred but not required.
Working conditions
This position operates in a professional work environment.
Physical requirements
  1. This is a largely sedentary role, however, some lifting of office supplies of up to 20 pounds may be required.
  2. Must be able to travel throughout Florida, as needed.

Reports
  1. No supervisory duties
  2. Monthly progress reports

Salary and Benefits
The starting salary for this position is $74,000. This is the salary for any law school graduate who has not yet passed the bar. The salary increases based on a union scale and is adjusted upward depending on experience. FRLS offers a very generous benefits package that includes 403(b) with employer-paid contribution; health insurance (medical, dental, and vision) for employees and their dependents; malpractice insurance; paid leave (up to 5 weeks of PTO, 2 personal days, and 13 holidays); law school loan repayment assistance. FRLS Attorneys operate in a hybrid work environment, requiring advocates to work in their assigned office at least three days per week.
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