Internship at LaPenna Law

I’m I am excited to share some of the highlights of my internship at LaPenna Law Firm The experience was very interesting and informative. Something that was a bit intimidating was being in an office setting and just nervous overall about making a good impression, but so far I’ve had come to love and enjoy the paralegals that work in the office with all the help and advice they give me. One of the aspects of my role has been diving into the world of legal document drafting. I’ve been busy learning how to draft motions, responses, and demands, each with its own set of rules and different . It’s been fascinating to understand how each document plays a crucial role in the legal process. Drafting summons and complaints has also been something, I’ve been learning to draft however it’s still something I’m Still working on it and learning to draft as it requires some pre-production work. Another part of my internship was helping with client reception. Observing these sessions has given me insight into how attorneys assess cases and make crucial decisions. I’ve also had the chance to assist with translating for clients, which has been both a rewarding and eye-opening in the way that most people who work in construction and have accidents tend to be Spanish speaking. When they explain their stories and accidents, it kind of shows how the lack of the bosses and foreman care can cause or play a part in the reason for these accidents. Helping communication gaps has shown me the importance of clear and effective interaction in the legal field. I’m incredibly excited about an upcoming opportunity that’s just around the corner. At the end of this month, I’ll be joining one of the attorneys for a trial in Brooklyn. We’ve been preparing our client, and it’s enthralling to be a part of this process. During the trial, I’ll be in the courtroom, taking notes on the proceedings and testimonies. This trial is going to be an amazing experience, offering me a front-row seat to the legal process in action. This internship has only deepened my passion for the law and my aspiration to attend law school. Every day at LaPenna Law Office has brought new learning experiences and has brought me closer to my career goals. I’m immensely grateful for the support and guidance I’ve received from everyone here.

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  1. Irma – I can only imagine that the internship is a real education in the functioning of law in actual practice…beyond the writing and editing skills you acquire, it sounds like this will be a truly enlightening experience. Trials are eye-opening experiences into how the system functions and how the day-to-day work translates into the justice process; from an educational perspective, its really fortuitous that you are able to get that experience this semester. I imagine that offering your skills as a translator is also particularly rewarding. All in all, this internship sounds like a lot–in the best possible sense. – LBN

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