Assist immigration lawyers in the public or private sector as they help the constant influx of people hoping to live, work, and study within the United States navigate its various, evolving, and often complex immigration pathways.
Real Life. Real Law. What You’ll Do.
While each fellowship placement is unique, here’s some of the work you can expect to be involved in.
Research
Gather evidence
Prepare paperwork
Prepare clients for hearings
Participate in hearings
Where You’ll Work
You may work in a private law office or a public agency, helping to represent aliens involved in proceedings before the Immigration and Naturalization Service (INS) or in court cases originating from such proceedings. Understand the difference between working in the public and private sectors.
Seminar & Clinic Details
The Seminar
You’ll meet in a series of seminars with the course instructor and/or the clinical director to explore the relationship between the principles covered in the class and your fieldwork. You’ll also submit weekly journals, describing and reflecting on your field experiences.
Fieldwork
In your placement, you’ll work 10 hours (two credits) or 15 hours (three credits) each week.
Requirements
This clinic satisfies New England Law’s Experiential Education requirement.
Stories of Success
“Choosing a law school with a part-time program enabled me to pursue my dream of becoming an attorney and provided the flexibility to build my Résumé through full-time internships, clinics, and employment.”
“I was able to experience what life is really like as counsel for an international corporation.”
“Our graduates stay, grow their careers, and help build our communities. We’re woven into the fabric of New England.”
“There are hundreds of law schools to choose from, but very few of them leave the impression New England Law does on its students.”
Frequently Asked Questions
What does an immigration lawyer do?
Immigration lawyers may represent clients in administrative courts or counsel clients about their legal rights and obligations related to immigration, among other things. They also suggest courses of action based on their knowledge of immigration law. Learn more about the role of an immigration lawyer.
When can I take this clinic?
You’re eligible to take this seminar and clinic or another Clinic & Externships in your second year. You may take up to four clinics before you graduate.
What does this clinic entail?
You will complete 10 hours of fieldwork per week (for two credits) or 15 hours per week (for three credits), submit a weekly journal reflecting on your experiences, and share them in a series of seminars with the course instructor and/or the clinical director.
Does this course satisfy the experiential education requirement?
Yes, it satisfies New England Law’s Experiential Education requirement.
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