May 24, 2018

Each summer, CAASE hosts legal interns who help our attorneys serve survivors. This year is no exception and we warmly welcome Brandi Bolton of John Marshall Law School, Leslie Hill of DePaul Law School and Kelly Ehrenreich of University of Michigan Law School.

These exceptional law students received training (pictured) from each of our departments, giving them an understanding of the work CAASE does as a whole and how legal services fit into our broader mission. This overview will serve them well as they spend the next few months assisting with legal research/writing, conducting client interviews, and communicating with clients about their case status. They will also observe court appearances and participate in initial client consultations.

Mallory Littlejohn, a CAASE Sr. Staff Attorney, manages the legal interns. She says, “They’re gaining practical legal experience – interacting with real clients, the courts, and getting insight they cannot find in a classroom.” She also points out that “They learn a great deal about the challenges facing survivors who are seeking justice through the legal system”. That knowledge may stick with them the most. Many past interns wish to continue their allyship with survivors. They stay involved with CAASE, often participating in our Pro Bono Project and connecting our organization with law firms throughout Chicago.