Legal Intern Job at Family Service Association - Fall River, Fall River, MA

L0MvYWdTQzN0SU4zWmRlWUZrZ241STRKSHc9PQ==
  • Family Service Association - Fall River
  • Fall River, MA

Job Description

We are currently accepting applications for an unpaid summer internship in our Guardianship program. The Legal Intern is directly responsible for review of cases and assisting with legal matters concerning clients of the Guardianship Program.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :
  • Assist with drafting correspondence, pleadings, and other documentation in connection with case work.
  • Shadow case managers to learn legal aspect of treatment with antipsychotic medication.
  • Become familiar with court forms and filing fees.
  • Assist with court hearings, appeal hearings, etc.
  • Assist with research for specific cases.
  • Respond to reasonable expectations of the Agency and/or Program Director.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE :   Must be currently enrolled in an undergraduate program, law school, or a licensed attorney in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts and a member in good standing with the Board of Bar Overseers. Knowledge of probate or elder law; previous experience with Massachusetts Probate & Family Court system preferred but not required. 

 

**Must be able to successfully complete a MA State CORI check & CPS check.**

Family Service Association is a comprehensive private, non-profit social service agency dedicated to the development and implementation of services designed to provide strength and support to individuals and families throughout southeastern Massachusetts. Headquartered in Fall River, Family Service Association strives to increase the capacity of individuals and families to cope with the stresses of family life and interpersonal relationships in a positive, productive and health-improving manner. This agency is a leading provider of professional social services in the South Coast region of Massachusetts, with a 135-year tradition of high quality.

Family Service Association is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.

Job Tags

Internship,

Similar Jobs

Capital One

Senior Manager, Cyber Technical SailPoint Job at Capital One

Senior Manager, Cyber Technical SailPoint Do you love building and pioneering in the technology space? Do you enjoy solving complex business problems in a fast-paced, collaborative, inclusive, and iterative delivery environment? At Capital One, you'll be part of... 

Gulf Distributing Services

Warehouse Order Puller Job at Gulf Distributing Services

JOB SUMMARYThe Warehouse Order Pullers are responsible for efficient, safe, and accurate loading of the delivery trucks and performing...  ...environment is usually quiet.6. Occasionally (more than 10%) weekend and/or overtime work. Equal Employment Opportunity Policy... 

Peraton

Cloud Software Engineer Job at Peraton

 ...validation, and streaming solutions. About The Role Cloud Software Engineer Location: Annapolis Junction, MD Peraton is looking...  ..., as well as geographic location and business and contract considerations. Depending on the position, employees may be... 

FlightSafety International

C-17 Pilot Instructor Job at FlightSafety International

 ...FlightSafety International is the worlds premier professional aviation training company and supplier of flight simulators, visual systems...  ...and military organizations. The company provides training for pilots, technicians and other aviation professionals from 167... 

Commonwealth of Kentucky

Economic Development Rep I Job at Commonwealth of Kentucky

 ...Advertisement Closes 1/20/2026 (7:00 PM EST)26-00210 Economic Development Rep I Pay Grade 13 Salary $58,927.20 Annually Employment Type EXECUTIVE BRANCH | FULL TIME | ELIGIBLE FOR OVERTIME PAY | 18A | 37.5 HR/WK Click here for more details on state...