Legal Intern at SAG-AFTRA in Los Angeles, CA

Summary: SAG-AFTRA is the largest performers union in the world, representing over 160,000 members in various industries. They are offering an internship program for law students to gain insight into how the union enforces collective bargaining agreements and engages in the political process. Responsibilities: - Interns are involved in all aspects of the work done by the Legal Department, including, but not limited to: Arbitration and litigation of contractual disputes with studios, producers, and distributors in the theatrical and television industries and with advertising agencies in the commercial industry; interpretation and enforcement of collective bargaining agreements; research and drafting related to labor law, entertainment law, intellectual property law, contract law and employment law; special projects as by staff attorneys Preferred Qualifications: - demonstrated a commitment to labor and employment law - demonstrated a commitment to litigation - demonstrated a commitment to entertainment law - dedication to protecting workers and advancing unions Required Skills: Labor Law, Employment Law, Entertainment Law, Intellectual Property Law, Contract Law, Litigation, Arbitration, Collective Bargaining Agreements