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City of New York

SUMMER GRADUATE INTERN

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$20 - $30/hr

Summer Interns will, consistent with the Appellate Division practice orders, assist attorneys in ... Interns selected to be in the Tort or Family Court Divisions may be placed in offices located in ...

City of New York

SUMMER GRADUATE INTERN

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$20 - $30/hr

Summer Interns will, consistent with the Appellate Division practice orders, assist attorneys in ... Interns selected to be in the Tort or Family Court Divisions may be placed in offices located in ...

Wits Solutions Inc

Law Clerk

Washington, DC · On-site

Processes Touhy requests and tort claims into the shared network. * Redacts privileged ... Provides the delivery of services under the direction and supervision of OGC attorneys, in ...

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What is an Internship Tort Attorney?

An Internship Tort Attorney is a law student or recent graduate who assists experienced attorneys in handling tort cases during an internship. Tort law involves cases where someone claims to have been harmed due to another's negligence or intentional actions, such as personal injury, medical malpractice, or product liability. As an intern, responsibilities may include conducting legal research, drafting documents, and assisting with case preparation and client interviews. This experience provides valuable exposure to civil litigation and helps interns develop practical legal skills. Internships are typically temporary and designed to give students hands-on experience in the field of tort law.

What types of cases and responsibilities can an Internship Tort Attorney expect to handle during their internship?

As an Internship Tort Attorney, you can expect to work on a variety of personal injury and civil litigation cases, such as negligence, product liability, and medical malpractice. Your daily responsibilities may include conducting legal research, drafting motions and pleadings, assisting in discovery, and preparing case files for trial. Interns often collaborate closely with supervising attorneys and paralegals, attend client meetings, and may even observe court proceedings. This hands-on experience provides valuable insight into tort law practice and helps build foundational legal skills critical for future roles.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an Internship Tort Attorney, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Internship Tort Attorney, you need a solid understanding of tort law principles, strong legal research and writing abilities, and current enrollment in or completion of a law degree. Familiarity with legal research databases like Westlaw or LexisNexis, as well as proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, is typically required. Excellent analytical thinking, attention to detail, and strong communication skills help you stand out in this role. These competencies are crucial for effectively supporting case preparation, drafting legal documents, and assisting experienced attorneys in a high-stakes legal environment.
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SUMMER GRADUATE INTERN

SUMMER GRADUATE INTERN

City of New York

Manhattan, NY

Part-time

Posted 2 days ago

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Job Description

The New York City Law Department seeks applications from first and second year law school students for summer honors intern positions at the New York City Law Department to commence in June 2026. Summer Interns will, consistent with the Appellate Division practice orders, assist attorneys in performing basic legal tasks, such as drafting briefs, pleadings and motions, performing legal research, attending depositions, interviewing witnesses and making occasional court and administrative agency appearances in simple matters. Selected applicants may be placed in any division of the Law Department based on needs of the Law Department. Interns selected to be in the Tort or Family Court Divisions may be placed in offices located in any of the five New York City Boroughs, interns selected to be in the Workers' Compensation Division will be placed in the Brooklyn office. All other interns will be assigned to the 100 Church Street office.
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Qualifications

Candidates must be currently enrolled in a graduate degree program in an accredited college, university or law school.

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The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.

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