Legal Intern (Unpaid / Academic Credit Eligible)
Full-time
US
Oct 25, 2026
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About the Role
Legal Intern (Unpaid / Academic Credit Eligible) FASD United – Justice Advisory Committee / Justice Center Location: Remote (U.S.-based required) Duration: Semester-based (Fall/Spring/Summer; flexible start dates) Time Commitment: 10–15 hours per week (flexible based on academic requirements) Compensation: Unpaid (academic credit or volunteer experience) Position Overview FASD United is seeking law students for a Legal Internship supporting its Justice Advisory Committee and Justice Center initiatives. This role offers hands-on experience at the intersection of law, disability, behavioral health, and public policy, with a focus on improving justice system outcomes for individuals with Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders (FASD). Interns will contribute to legal research, training development, and the creation of case-informed resources that support attorneys, courts, families, and policymakers. Key Responsibilities Legal Research & Analysis Conduct legal research on topics related to FASD and the justice system (e.g., competency, Miranda rights, sentencing, diversion, disability accommodations) Identify and summarize relevant case law, statutes, and emerging legal trends Support development of legal briefs, memoranda, and issue summaries Amicus Brief Support Assist in research and drafting components of amicus curiae briefs Compile supporting evidence, citations, and interdisciplinary research (legal + clinical) Track relevant appellate and post-conviction cases involving FAS