Unpaid Law StudentLaw Clerk

Student Law Clerk

Position Type: Unpaid Internship

Location:Minneapolis MN

Introduction:

MMLA is seeking a dedicated individual to be part of our dynamic team. If youre ready to contribute your skills and compassion to meaningful work we invite you to explore this exciting opportunity.

The successful candidate will work fully in the office during the training period to ensure comprehensive onboarding and integration into our processes. Upon completion of training a hybrid work model will be offered allowing for a mix of in-office and remote work.

Whats in it for you

• We believe in work-life harmony. This role offers the flexibility to blend remote work with in-office collaboration.
• On Fridays the office closes at noon and employees enjoy a half-day of paid flex time.
• MMLA provides on-the-job training and mentorship with opportunities for growth within the organization.

Why MMLA

• Were not just ticking boxes. Were genuinely committed to diversity. Bring your unique identity experiences and perspectiveswe want them all!
• Our mission Equal justice for your cover letter tell us how your background can amplify this cause. Lets change our lives together.
• Discrimination and harassment have no place here. Were building a respectful supportive workplace where everyone thrives.
• Diversity equity and inclusion are core values for Mid-Minnesota Legal Aid and it is critical that we incorporate these values into all aspects of our work. We recognize the particular and highly detrimental impact of racism and of Minnesotas racial disparities on MMLAs clients and staff. We therefore devote special attention to issues of racial justice.

Primary Responsibilities:

• MMLAs Minneapolis Housing Unit is seeking a law student clerk for Fall Semester 2025 (2L or 3L preferred). This position would offer students an opportunity to support attorneys on casework including litigation research projects and potential appellate case work. The role would also include the potential to support policy and legislative projects as they arise. Students will become Certified Student Attorneys in order to make appearances in Hennepin County Housing Court under attorney supervision.

Knowledge Skills Abilities and Other Characterizes

• Knowledge

Familiarity with civil law procedures

• Skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Suite (Word Excel PowerPoint Outlook)

Effectively conduct legal research

• Abilities

Handle emotionally charged situations with empathy and professionalism

Required Qualifications:

• Proficiency in Microsoft Suite (Word Excel PowerPoint Outlook).
• Dedication to Diversity Equity and Inclusion (DEI) principles.
• Demonstrated interest in and commitment to the needs of low-income/vulnerable clients.
• Excellent attention to detail interpersonal skills and oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to handle a variety of assignments while building collaborative relationships with clients staff and the community.
• Ability to be in-person at community clinics throughout the metro and potentially in Greater MN (travel with MMLA staff can be arranged do not need a vehicle)

Preferred Qualifications:

• 2L or 3L
• Work volunteer or lived experience with diverse economic social rural and/or cultural communities.

Compensation Information:

• This is an unpaid clerkship.

Application Submission:

• Interested candidates should provide a resume and cover letter explaining your interest and the above link directed you to our Career Page and you do not see the correct posting we have paused or ended the application submission window.
• If you require a reasonable accommodation for completing this application interviewing or otherwise participating in our employee selection process please contact Megan Cook at
• Please direct all other inquiries to
• Mid-Minnesota Legal Aid is an Equal Opportunity employer. The terms and conditions of employment including wages benefits and job security may vary based on union status. Positions within our organization may be governed by collective bargaining agreements and union representation while others are not.