Summer Associate Program
Participants in the Summer Associate Program at Konare Law will embark on a 10-week immersive journey into the practice of immigration law. This experience is designed to provide real-world insights and hands-on learning opportunities. Throughout the program, each summer associate will receive a stipend and be integrated into the firm’s daily operations, adhering to the same processes, procedures, and standards expected of all staff members. As the firm’s associates, they will be entrusted with a full spectrum of responsibilities, ensuring a comprehensive understanding of what it means to be a part of Konare Law.
Objectives
- Enhance writing proficiency by creating memoranda, briefs, parole documentation requests, and waivers.
- Cultivate research abilities within the domain of immigration law.
- Acquire a foundational understanding of immigration terminology.
- Learn about the various immigration benefits available.
- Familiarize with the administrative procedures of the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS).
- Master the use of the online legal research database, Westlaw.
- Obtain practical experience in immigration court proceedings.
How long is the program?
Konare Law offers a 10-week program starting June 1st and ending August 7th.
Requirements for the Summer Associate Program:
-Education: Must be a current 1L, 2L, 3L at an ABA accredited law school with an excellent
academic record
-Skills: Strong research, writing, analytical skills as well as excellent verbal and
written communication skills
-Experience: Must have at least five years of paralegal experience
-Bilingual: English and Spanish (Preferred)
-Interest: Immigration & Community Outreach
If you are interested in applying to Konare Law’s Summer Associate Program,
please submit the following information below:
-Cover Letter – In your cover letter please include the following information:
A story about yourself. Why Konare Law? What about this position interest you?
-Resume
-Legal Writing Sample (Maximum of 2-3 Pages)
-Transcripts
Additional Information
Konare Law participates in E-Verify to confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees.
