Internship Program at Speek, Turner & Newkirk PLLC

Speek, Turner & Newkirk PLLC is proud to continue our decade-long partnership with UTC, offering valuable internship opportunities to undergraduate students. This enduring partnership underscores our commitment to the Chattanooga community and nurturing future legal talent.

Since our founding in 2010, we've built a reputation for comprehensive legal support across various critical areas. With a dynamic team that brings together over 70 years of collective legal expertise, we're adept at navigating the complexities of criminal defense, personal injury, family law, and business law.

With this internship program, we are excited to foster the next generation of legal professionals. Keep reading to learn more about our program.

Who You Are

As a motivated undergraduate student, you are eager to immerse yourself in the dynamic world of criminal defense, personal injury, business law, and family law. With a passion for learning and a drive to make a difference, you're the ideal candidate for our internship program.

The ideal candidate is someone who is:

A driven undergraduate passionate about the law with a desire to explore various legal fields
Eager to obtain relevant experience within the legal field
Looking to earn course credit hours while gaining practical skills

What You'll Do

Our interns are not coffee runners; they are an integral part of our team. Our internship program allows students to gain hands-on experience, learn more about the legal system, and explore potential career paths. Students also have the opportunity to receive course credit hours through their institutions.

Our interns will have the opportunity to:

Work on client discovery folders, gaining insight into legal case preparation
Observe court hearings and proceedings to understand the legal process firsthand
Participate in client consults to learn about client interactions and legal consultations

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What Sets Us Apart From The Rest?

Speek, Turner & Newkirk PLLC is here to help you get the results you need with a team you can trust.

Trial Experienced Attorneys
We have a vast amount of trial experience, which sets us apart from other firms in the area.
Well-Known & Respected
We have an easy to recognize location near the courthouse, allowing us to be known and revered by local judges.
All of Your Legal Needs in One Place
You don’t have to use different law firms for your legal needs, you can use just one.
A True Team Approach

Our large legal team allows us the resources and ability to prepare cases for trial.

What You'll Learn

Representative of one of our most cherished relationships with the Chattanooga community, our firm is honored to assist students on their educational journeys through this internship program.

By participating in this program, you will gain:

Hands-on experience with legal documentation, courtroom strategy development, and client communications
A unique perspective on the myriad of opportunities available in the legal sector
Real-world experience that complements academic learning

Interested in seizing this opportunity or have questions about the program? Please fill out the prompt below to kickstart your future with us!

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