Mississippi Center for Justice

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The Mississippi Center for Justice seeks to advance racial and economic justice through systemic change by promoting educational opportunities, protect consumer rights, secure access to healthcare, and advocate for affordable housing for all Mississippians. This placement provides students interested in public service, community and legal advocacy the opportunity to work alongside attorneys and staff as they fulfill the Center’s mission. The Center’s main office is located in Jackson, MS, with satellite offices in the Delta (Indianola) and the Gulf Coast (Biloxi). Students placed in this placement can expect to gain experience in both public service advocacy and litigation, the focus of the work being dependent on the student’s interests and the Center’s pending cases and focus at the time.

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Mississippi Center for Justice 5 Old River Place Suite 203 Jackson, MS 39202
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Main Type: Public Service
Sub Type: Social Justice
Law Type: Civil
Number of Students: 1-2
Year: 2L/3L
Limited Practice: no
Credit Hours: 3-7