BronxWorks ยท 9 hours ago
Tenant Defense Summer intern
Bronx, NY, US
Internship
Onsite
InternBronxWorks is a leading nonprofit serving Bronx residents for over 50 years. The Tenant Defense Summer Intern role offers law students the opportunity to gain hands-on litigation experience and advance legal strategies to help prevent displacement in Bronx communities.
Non Profit
Responsibilities
Research housing laws and draft pleadings, motions, and legal memoranda
Counsel clients on tenant rights and housing subsidies under attorney supervision
Support attorneys in hearings, trials, and administrative proceedings
Assist with settlement negotiations and mediation
Build expertise in housing programs and public benefits; represent clients in hearings and appeals
Conduct fact-finding through interviews, site visits, and evidence collection
Participate in community outreach and legal education workshops
Prepare legal documents, including discovery responses and affidavits
Shadow attorneys on complex litigation and appellate work
Qualification
Required
Excellent research, oral and written communication, and analytical skills
Strong attention to detail and concern for quality and accuracy
Excellent client service; able to build trust with diverse populations
High degree of professional ethics and integrity and ability to maintain confidentiality
Effective time management; able to prioritize in a fast-paced environment
Proficient in Microsoft Office and case management systems
Works well independently and as part of a team
Ability to use a computer for prolonged periods
Ability to occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds
Ability to stand, walk, or sit for long periods of time
Ability to bend and retrieve objects and/or documents
Ability to travel in the boroughs of New York City and its adjacent counties via public transportation
Ability to travel for a minimum of 1 mile within a reasonable amount of time if required to conduct field work
Preferred
Verbal and written proficiency in a language other than English, especially Spanish or another language commonly spoken by Bronx residents
Prior professional experience assisting clients with housing subsidy applications, such as emergency rent arrears assistance, FHEPS, CityFHEPS
Prior professional experience with public benefits assistance and advocacy
Prior paralegal experience in a litigation practice or paralegal certificate
Demonstrated commitment to social justice and working in with low-income and vulnerable populations and communities of color to advance equity
Company
BronxWorks
BronxWorks is a nonprofit livelihood service organization and settlement house based in the Bronx, New York City.
Founded in 1972
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
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