Law Student Volunteer, Summer 2025 (Las Vegas Immigration Court)

United States Department of Justice • Las Vegas, NV

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About The Position

The Law Student Volunteer position at the Las Vegas Immigration Court offers law students the opportunity to gain practical experience in immigration law by assisting immigration judges. Interns will engage in research and writing tasks under the supervision of an attorney, contributing to the preparation of legal documents and observing immigration hearings. This role is designed to enhance the interns' understanding of immigration law and the judicial process while fostering their professional development.

Requirements

• Current law student in the United States.
• Strong research and writing skills.
• U.S. citizenship.

Nice To Haves

• Prior knowledge of immigration law.

Responsibilities

• Researching and writing for immigration judges.
• Preparing orders on motions and drafting decisions on applications for relief from removal.
• Preparing memoranda on complex legal issues.
• Observing various types of immigration hearings.
• Meeting with DHS trial attorneys and private attorneys representing noncitizens.

Benefits

• Opportunity to gain practical experience in immigration law.
• Potential for academic credit with law school approval.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Industry: Justice, Public Order, and Safety Activities
• Education Level: No Education Listed