Legal Intern in Charlotte, North Carolina at Sussman Law Firm, PLLC

About Sussman Law Firm, PLLC

Sussman Law Firm, PLLC is located in Charlotte, North Carolina and provides legal services primarily in the areas of Family Law and Immigration Law. We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Legal Intern to join our team for an unpaid, part-time educational internship. This opportunity is designed for law students and undergraduate students interested in gaining hands-on exposure to the legal profession while learning alongside experienced Attorneys and legal professionals.

Our Culture

At Sussman Law Firm, PLLC, we believe great work starts with a strong team. We foster an environment where team members are empowered to make a meaningful impact in clients' lives every day. We value accountability, ownership, collaboration, and continuous learning. Every team member—regardless of role—is respected, supported, and encouraged to grow professionally and personally.

As a Legal Intern, you will be welcomed as part of our team while gaining meaningful exposure to the practice of law and the day-to-day operations of a law firm. You will have opportunities to learn from experienced legal professionals, observe different aspects of legal practice, ask questions, receive feedback, and develop practical skills that can support your future career in the legal profession.

The Opportunity

The Legal Intern will participate in a structured learning experience within the Firm's Family Law or Immigration Law practice while gaining practical exposure to the day-to-day operations of a law firm. Under the direction and supervision of Attorneys and other legal team members, the intern will observe and assist with legal and case-related activities designed to develop professional communication, legal research, organization, judgment, and other practical legal skills. The internship is generally expected to involve approximately 20 hours per week, with scheduling designed to accommodate academic commitments.

Learning Activities & Responsibilities

• Assist Attorneys and legal team members with supervised case-related projects and assignments.
• Conduct basic legal and factual research and summarize findings for the legal team.
• Assist with preparing, proofreading, formatting, and organizing legal documents and correspondence.
• Assist with reviewing and organizing case files, records, exhibits, discovery, and supporting documentation.
• Assist with preparing hearing, mediation, trial, and other case-preparation materials.
• Review documents and case information for completeness, organization, and basic inconsistencies.
• Observe client meetings, consultations, hearings, and other legal proceedings when appropriate and authorized.
• Gain exposure to case management, Firm workflows, professional standards, client service, and legal-office procedures.
• Participate in Firm and team meetings, training sessions, and case discussions when appropriate.
• Assist with supervised case-related and administrative projects that support the intern's learning and professional development.
• Maintain strict confidentiality and exercise professionalism when handling client and Firm information.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in an accredited law school, college, or university. Law students are preferred, although undergraduate students with a demonstrated interest in law or the legal profession will also be considered.
• Students seeking academic credit must provide the Firm with any applicable requirements or documentation from their educational institution.
• Strong verbal and written communication, organizational skills, and attention to detail.
• Dependable, punctual, professional, and accountable, with the ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.
• Ability to follow instructions, accept constructive feedback, apply what is learned, and ask questions when clarification is needed.
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality and exercise appropriate judgment when handling sensitive information.

Key Success Factors

• Consistently arrives prepared and on time, completes assignments as expected, and communicates promptly regarding questions or obstacles.
• Completes assigned work carefully and accurately and reviews work before submitting it.
• Demonstrates curiosity, asks appropriate questions, accepts feedback professionally, and applies feedback to future assignments.
• Exercises sound judgment, maintains confidentiality, and interacts professionally with clients, coworkers, and others.
• Demonstrates active engagement in the learning experience by asking thoughtful questions, seeking feedback, applying instruction, and showing progressive development throughout the internship.

Internship Structure

This is an unpaid educational internship designed to provide practical exposure to the legal profession and law firm operations, and there is no expectation of compensation for participation. The internship will include supervised assignments, observation, training, and feedback intended to support the intern's professional development. The Firm will work with interns seeking academic credit to accommodate applicable educational institution requirements, including reasonable documentation or evaluation requirements. The internship is for a defined period and does not create an expectation or guarantee of paid employment upon completion.