Criminal Defense Practice Legal Intern - Fall 2025 - New York, NY

The Legal Aid Society
United States, New York, New York
Sep 24, 2025
The Legal Aid Society, the nation's oldest and largest social justice legal services organization, has Fall 2025 Legal Internships for the Criminal Defense Practice throughout the city. The Criminal Defense Practice is the primary public defender in New York City, providing holistic, client-centered representation to over 200,000 people facing misdemeanor, felony, and homicide charges. Staff Attorneys will provide zealous advocacy and handle all aspects of criminal defense from arraignment through trial. We are seeking dynamic, passionate, and creative legal interns committed to our mission. This job description may be revised and updated if internships become remote during the Fall semester. Interns will work directly under the supervision of Criminal Practice attorneys. Mandatory supervision will be conducted remotely. Students will also have the chance to attend remote intern trainings, webinars and CLE's relevant to their internship. All intern duties and responsibilities will remain the same. ESSENTIAL DUTIES/ RESPONSIBILITIES Interns will work directly with supervising attorneys. Duties may include: * Drafting motions * Conducting legal research, * Assisting with investigations * Assisting with client interviews * Reviewing and organizing discovery * Other duties as assigned