Law Intern – Litigation & IP

Job Description

Fall 2026 Legal Intern | LAW FIRM OF DAYREL SEWELL, PLLC

The Tone:
This is an internship at LAW FIRM OF DAYREL SEWELL, PLLC, located in Brooklyn, NY. The firm is a leading litigation boutique specializing in areas such as intellectual property, real property, and contracts. This role is crucial for supporting the firm’s diverse legal practice while offering students a comprehensive learning experience in law firm operations. The team values a collegiate environment, expecting interns to be ready to work hard, learn, and contribute with a good sense of humor.

The TL;DR
• Role: Internship
• Type: Unpaid, Academic Credit/Volunteer
• Location: In-person, Brooklyn, NY

• Mission: This person provides essential support across the firm’s litigation, intellectual property, real property, and contracts practice areas, contributing to client matters and firm operations.

What You’ll Actually Do
• Research: Conduct thorough legal research to support ongoing cases and firm initiatives.
• Writing: Draft legal briefs and prepare various other written legal documents.
• IP Drafting: Assist with the preparation and drafting of intellectual property related documents.
• Client Support: Facilitate client intake processes and initial client interactions.
• Court Proceedings: Manage court filings, attend court sessions, and observe proceedings.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Currently enrolled U.S. Law School J.D. student with a strong interest in litigation, intellectual property, real property, and contracts.
• Experience: Commitment to the fall semester internship period is required. Prior substantive legal experience is beneficial, and applicants must detail this in their cover letter.
• Skills: Proficiency in legal research, brief writing, and legal drafting. Strong written and verbal communication skills are essential. Demonstrated professionalism, punctuality, a strong work ethic, and a collegiate, humorous attitude are expected.
• Bonus: Experience in litigation, intellectual property, real property, or contracts. Availability to work on-site as needed.