Legal InternAt — Nanya Thompson Law Inc
Introduction to immigration law including researching and writing as well as court hearing/detention center site visit. Students will also learn about operating a solo attorney firm including office administration and case/client management.
Students will learn about the U.S. legal system with a focus on administrative law as well as gain research, administrative, and writing opportunities. Students may observe an immigration court hearing and/or visit a client in a detention facility.
Students will be given introductory material to review as well as client files and receive direct training from the attorney and other office staff.
Students must be available to travel downtown and be comfortable walking around the downtown area.
PARKING – Coming and going safety tips (Best Practices)
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When exiting the building/leaving worksite, be present and aware of your surroundings. Avoid distractions such as phones when walking.
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Carry an emergency device such as a whistle, or a flashlight with a strobe function.
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When possible, park near the entrance of the location in which you are working.
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When possible, park near or under lighting within the location in which you are working
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Leave work with others (buddy system).
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Before exiting the worksite, locate your keys and carry in hand.
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Unlock only the driver side of your vehicle.
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Place items in the vehicle, turn on ignition and leave. Avoid staying in parked position.
You are responsible for your travel while performing services for your internship. This travel is not considered University Travel; therefore, you do not have auto liability coverage by the university, nor can you claim travel reimbursement for mileage, gas, toll, or other expenses related to traveling to and from the internship site.
Please email your resume and a recent writing sample to nanya.esq@gmail.com. Please state your name and which semester you are applying for in the subject line.
| Hours | Duration |
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| 8 | hours per week |