Overview: AARP's Legal Counsel for the Elderly (LCE) champions the dignity and rights of vulnerable Washington, DC seniors 60-plus, providing free legal and social work services to those in need - empowering, defending, protecting, and helping thousands of clients each year in many areas of civil law. Under the supervision of an experienced and licensed attorney, the LCE intern will be exposed to and participate in a variety of legal functions related to the practice of law in an elder law setting for low income older persons. Interns will complete the internship gaining client interaction skills, subject area knowledge, and a supervised experience in individual client representation and systemic advocacy. Students interested in issues related to landlord-tenant, economic security, healthcare benefits, long-term care services, homeownership preservation, combatting fraud and financial abuse, and identifying solutions to systemic problems, should apply. This paid internship position will begin in January and end in May. Responsibilities: The intern will engage in a variety of functions, typically including but not limited to the following:Interviewing current and prospective clientsMeeting clients in the community (at home or in various facilities)Conducting fact-finding investigationsDrafting correspondencePerforming legal research and writingPreparing discovery requestsDrafting motionsAiding in the preparation of court casesObserving the formulation and implementation of legal strategiesObserving attorneys in court or in administrative proceedingsFollowing settlement negotiationsDocumenting in computerized case management database Qualifications: Prospective intern must be currently enrolled in an accredited law school, classified as a rising 2L, 2L, rising 3L, or 3L; have demonstrated interest in serving the needs of low income 60+ individuals and have a sensitivity to the needs of the elderlyThe ability to speak languages in addition to English is a plus but is not requiredIn-office/open office environment with the ability to work effectively surrounded by moderate noise Compensation and BenefitsThe hourly range is $18 for undergraduates, $21 for graduate students, $28 for Ph.D. candidates. Internships are non-exempt positions and are not eligible for employee benefits. Flexible Work Arrangement (FWA)AARP observes Mondays and Fridays as telecommuting workdays, except for essential functions. Remote work and telecommuting can only be done within the United States and its territories. Equal Employment OpportunityAARP is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive culture. AARP does not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, religion, sex, color, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, mental or physical disability, genetic information, veteran status, or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law.