Children's Law Center of California ยท 5 months ago
2026 SUMMER LAW CLERK
Monterey Park, CA
Internship
Onsite
Intern
$22/hr - $22/hr
Start in 2026 SummerChildren's Law Center of California (CLC) is the largest children's legal services organization in the nation, advocating for tens of thousands of children and youth in Los Angeles, Sacramento, and Placer County foster care systems. The Summer Law Clerk position offers a unique, hands-on learning opportunity where clerks assist attorneys with client engagement, trial preparation, and attend juvenile court proceedings.
AdviceChildrenConsultingLegalNon ProfitProfessional Services
Responsibilities
Engaging directly with clients throughout the 10-week program, including observing, interviewing and supporting in the legal processes under attorney supervision
Attend daily juvenile court hearings, depositions, and other legal proceedings as needed
Communicate regularly with the attorneys, both verbally and in writing, regarding the status of caseloads and assignments and with all relevant information regarding the client
Collaborate with Social Work Investigators, Attorneys and multidisciplinary team members
Maintain confidentiality and adhere to all ethical obligations in handling client information
Continuous learning: staying informed and adapting evolving social dynamics to better engage and support clients from all backgrounds
Qualification
Required
Have a California address at the time of onboarding
Be able to come into their assigned office or physically in the field for in-person work full-time throughout the 10-week term
Current enrollment in an accredited law school/university
Highly adaptable, demonstrating a strong willingness to assist with various tasks and possessing excellent teamwork skills
Exhibits professionalism, patience and understanding when interacting with clients and caregivers
Benefits
Three paid sick days
Company
Children's Law Center of California
Children's Law Center of California provides skilled legal representation for children who have been abused, neglected, or abandoned.
Founded in 1990
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Pansy Au
Chief Financial Officer
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