2026 Summer Associate Program
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2026 Summer Associate Program
Positions Available in Ohio
Advocates for Basic Legal Equality Inc. (ABLE) is pleased to offer exciting and rewarding opportunities for Summer Associate positions for 2026. These positions provide valuable practical experience and compensation to students seeking careers in public interest law in a fast-paced engaging environment. Come work with experienced passionate people who are known for excellent and compassionate advocacy.
ABLE is an unrestricted non-profit law firm serving northwest and west central Ohio whose mission is to pursue justice and equity facilitate access to opportunities for people with low incomes through passionate legal representation and provide steadfast advocacy for systemic reform. We strive to address the root causes of poverty and provide legal assistance in a wide range of civil areas. ABLE represents agricultural workers and immigrants victims of domestic violence tenants facing evictions individuals seeking public benefits and healthcare and students who need appropriate educational opportunities. ABLE attorneys handle individual cases and large-scale litigation in state and federal courts and advocate for policy changes on issues facing our clients.
In addition to traditional research and writing assignments each Associate will work closely with advocates in their practice group receive training on the basics of poverty law and gain additional knowledge of legal practice through court observation and meetings with local attorneys and judges. Experienced attorneys will mentor Associates on how to excel in a public interest law career. Associates also receive direct experience engaging with clients in the communities we serve.
Associates must be rising 2L or rising 3L law students and are expected to work in person at their assigned office location.
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until positions are filled. Applicants should submit a cover letter resume and list of three professional references at Applicant materials should demonstrate a passion for public service and a commitment to meeting all program requirements. Candidates may submit one writing sample if they wish to do so.
Cover letters should include the candidates preferred office location all office locations where they would like to be considered and their top three legal practice areas of interest with an explanation of why they are interested in each. Also please describe any volunteer or public interest work you have completed and/or describe your interest in serving low-income and marginalized families and communities. Cover letters should be less than two pages and must include all requested information.
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| Summer associates will receive a paid salary. Additional information will be provided at the interview stage. If applicants are able to secure additional funding or grants ABLE will provide necessary documentation. Reimbursement for program-related travel is also available. |
ABLE is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We strive to create an environment welcoming to all individuals.
Applicants requiring accommodation for the interview/application process should contact the recruitment
coordinator at .
Required Experience:
IC
Key Skills
- Time Management
- Computer Skills
- Data Collection
- Intellectual Property Law
- Securities Law
- Process Management
- Grant Writing
- CPT Coding
- Program Development
- Public Speaking
- Manufacturing
- Writing Skills
About Company
Advocates for Basic Legal Equality, Inc. (ABLE) is a non-profit regional law firms that provide high quality legal assistance in civil matters to help eligible low-income individuals and groups in western Ohio achieve self reliance, and equal justice and economic opportunity.
