AARP is the nations largest nonprofit, nonpartisan organization dedicated to empowering people 50 and older to choose how they live as they age. With a nationwide presence, AARP strengthens communities and advocates for what matters most to the more than 100 million Americans 50-plus and their families: health security, financial stability and personal fulfillment. AARP also produces the nations largest circulation publications: AARP The Magazine and AARP Bulletin.

Legal for the Elderly is seeking a law graduate interested in providing pro bono legal services for low-income DC residents during the summer/fall immediately before starting work at the law firm Sidley Austin. This pro bono fellowship offers a law school graduate and incoming Sidley associate the opportunity to work with LCEs Legal Hotline, providing advice, brief services, referrals, and intake for full representation for clients involved in civil litigation and other legal proceedings. The fellow will work closely with LCEs Hotline attorneys to provide direct legal services to clients, conduct legal research to support Hotline cases and develop resources to improve the quality of Hotline services. This is a post-graduate fellowship with an anticipated start day of May 2024.

• Under the supervision of a licensed attorney, provide timely, accurate information, legal advice in litigation and/or non-litigation matters, referral, self-help materials, guidance, and/or other assistance to eligible clients within and related to the attorneys practice area
• Participate in conducting initial client intake interviews
• Research legal issues, draft client letters and client education materials, participate in team meetings, assist attorney with casework
• Participates as a member of the practice area team and on cross-organizational working groups to develop innovative approaches to enhance service delivery for the organizations clients

• Graduate from an accredited law school with a Juris Doctor degree
• Has previously taken the bar exam or is scheduled to take the bar exam in 2024
• A demonstrated commitment to public service and LCEs client community is preferred
• Competency in the use of technology, including Microsoft Word, Teams, and Outlook
• Ability to communicate well orally and in writing
• Exercise good judgment related to the accomplishment of casework assignments and able to navigate through sensitive and confidential legal issues
• Empathetic to the senior population and their legal and social issues
• Excellent organizational skills and detail-oriented

AARP will not sponsor an employment visa for this position at this time.

Additional Requirements

• Regular and reliable job attendance
• Exhibit respect and understanding of others to maintain professional relationships
• Independent judgement in evaluation options to make sound decisions
• In office/open office environment with the ability to work effectively surrounded by moderate noise

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.

Compensation and Benefits

The hourly range is $18 for undergraduates, $21 for graduate students, and $28 for Ph.D. candidates. Internships are non-exempt positions and are not eligible for employee benefits.

Equal Employment Opportunity

AARP 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.