Law Internship in Palestine - Intern at a Law Firm

I joined the Law Internship, and it was a very good experience for me. I worked with Mr. Zaid, a lawyer in Hebron. He was kind, professional, and always ready to explain things clearly. I did not only sit in the office, I learned by watching and asking questions. He showed me real cases and explained how the legal system works in Palestine. One of the best parts was going with him to the courts in Hebron, Halhul, and Dora. I attended court sessions and saw how lawyers speak in front of the judge. After each visit, Mr. Zaid explained what happened and answered my questions. This helped me understand everything better. This internship gave me real experience and helped me learn a lot about law in Palestine. I highly recommend this program to anyone who wants practical legal experience.

During my time as an intern, I had the chance to meet Palestinian attorneys who explained the legal system in Palestine, including the difficulties they face under Israeli occupation. I also had the chance to tour Hebron University and its Law College, where professors detailed the distinctive evolution of Palestinian law, from the Ottoman era to the regulations under the Palestinian Authority. The culture in Palestine is incredibly welcoming from the start. The locals are warm hearted and eager to assist. Personally, I believe Palestine is safer than many countries in Latin America. During my time in Hebron, I didn’t encounter any violence and felt more secure there than in Israel. I strongly encourage others to visit Palestine and participate in programs at the Palestinian center to truly grasp the experiences of the Palestinian people and connect with their remarkable culture.

I had the chance to visit lawyers and courtrooms in Palestine, and I was amazed by how unique and different their legal system is. I also visited several human rights NGOs to learn more about their work with the Palestinian people, which gave me a deeper understanding of the situation. Palestine is often misunderstood, and many stereotypes about the country and its people are untrue. My advice to future travelers is to visit and see for yourself. Only by experiencing it firsthand can, you help challenge these misconceptions and see the real beauty of Palestine beyond the media's portrayal.

The Law program I joined included activities like visiting the Old City, Al-Fawwah camp, human rights organizations, and the court. I also met Palestinian lawyers and human rights activists, which gave me new insights. I helped set up a workshop and led a discussion with law students from Hebron University. I felt safe in Hebron. The locals are very friendly and always willing to help, so don't be afraid to ask if you need anything.

I don't know where to start. The Palestinian people are warm, the landscapes are beautiful, and every day brought something new to discover. At the center, I made great memories, met amazing people, and gained insight into Palestinian life. Through the program, I visited lawyers, courtrooms, and human rights NGOs, learning about the unique legal system and the important work being done for local communities. What stood out most was the culture, history, and people's hospitality of the people. Despite common misconceptions, I felt completely safe throughout my stay. I highly recommend visiting Palestine and joining the law program.

Hello, my name is Alex, and I'm from the United States. I had the privilege of participating in the Lawyers in Palestine program, where I spent an unforgettable month in Palestine. My time there was nothing short of incredible. The people were overwhelmingly kind even in these hard times, always ready to lend a hand and make sure I was well taken care of, happy, and enjoying my experience. The hospitality here is unmatched. Throughout the program, every day was filled with new learning and adventures. I met numerous lawyers, attended court sessions, and even visited hospitals and schools. I had the unique opportunity to sit in on a class at the College of Law at Hebron University, where I was able to engage with the Dean and other students. Beyond my academic experiences, the Go Palestine team organized excursions to Bethlehem, Nablus, Ramallah, and other smaller cities around Hebron. I also met with various human rights organizations that gave me valuable insights into the complexities of the Israeli occupation and Palestinian law. One of the things that stood out to me most was the legal system in Palestine. There is such a fascinating and intricate mix of laws at play Israeli law, British Mandate law, Jordanian law, Sharia law, and civil law. It was eye-opening to see how all these different legal frameworks interact, and the Go Palestine program made sure I had the chance to meet experts from each area to understand how they shape the daily lives of Palestinians. Throughout my stay, I always felt safe. Even when traveling through checkpoints, I was well-informed about the procedures and knew exactly what to expect. I would encourage everyone to visit Palestine, and if you're unsure about how to go about it, I highly recommend the Go Palestine program. They made me feel like family, and they will do the same for you.

I am a 49 year old trial attorney with over 20 years experience defending the rights of the accused which recently has included people from the Levant including Palestine. Prior to this program I studied Fusha (MSA) for two years and studied the Egyptian Dialect in Cairo for 2 weeks with some travel to Jordan and Jerusalem. My program was only for two weeks but I wish it would have been longer. During this brief time, Mohammad Tamimi coordinated trips to Fawwar Refugee Camp, Masafer Yatta, Umm al-Khair, Women’s Studies Center, Palestinian Courts (Hebron and Halhool), Hebron Delegation of the Red Cross and Ibrahimi Mosque. Breakfast was provided every morning with Um Mohannad making fresh Zaatar bread with falafel and hummus. Mohammad Aburumoooz was an awesome arabic teacher providing daily lessons of the Palestinian Dialect. Prior to the trip I had questions and Mutaz Tamimi answered them via zoom calls. On my last day in Hebron, I was having some difficulty finding a taxi in Hebron due to the empty streets during the celebration of Eid al-Adha. Thankfully at the last minute I texted Mohammad Tamimi via Whatsapp and with short notice he was able to have a taxi pick me up at my flat. In short, I highly recommend this program for their professionalism and knowledge of the community.

My name is Victor Hugo Calero, I am 20 years old and I am from Ecuador. Actually I am studying Law at Universidad de las Américas in Quito, thats why I chose the Lawyers in Palestine Program organized by the Palestinian center (Go Palestine) for engage with the Palestinian legal system and be able to expand my knowledge while learning another language and a different culture. At the Palestinian Center I was able to experience the Palestinian language, history, food, culture and friendship with all the members of the center that help me in everything I need. During my internship I met Palestinian lawyers that explained me the way laws work in Palestine and the limitations and challenges they faced with the Israeli occupation. Also I was able to visit Hebron University and the Law College, there the teachers explained me the unique history of Palestinian laws since the otoman periodo until the Palestinian Authority laws. They exposed me the difficulties with the ones Palestinian universities have to deal with, specially the law students and teachers that come to Hebron. After the College I visited the court in Hebron were a lawyer explained me how the procedures work, then we went to a Law firm for learn about the difficulties and human rights violations Palestinians have to face, specially moving around Palestine. Finally I went to a NGO that help women defend their rights, then I went to a refugee camp near Hebron were I learned about the refugee situation and how the Un help improving their situation. I also received Arabic classes were I learned the Palestinian dialect and pronunciation. The Palestinian culture surprises you since the moment you arrived, they are friendly with anyone and would help you in everything they can. In my opinion Palestine is safer than many Latin American countries. In Hebron I didn't experience any violence and I feel safer than in Israel. I recommend visit Palestine and join the programs at the Palestinian center for be able to understand the reality of Palestinians and engage with this amazing culture.

I am a twenty-two year old female from America. I study International Relations and French in the United States. I came to Palestine briefly in the beginning of the year and really loved it. I knew that I needed to return, but I wanted to stay in a capacity larger than just tourism—to be truly engrained in the culture and way of life here.That is why I chose the Palestinian Center’s Law Program. It allowed me to stay with a host family, live like a Palestinian, and meet local people every day. The Law Program truly opened my eyes to what life is like under the occupation and how Palestinian law operates underneath Israel’s control. I was able to meet with many different lawyers, go to court, attend classes in the College of Law at the University of Hebron, and meet with many different human rights organizations. In addition, if there was anything else that I was interested in doing, the Palestinian Center (Go Palestine) was very happy to organize it for me. I toured two different hospitals and traveled to Nablus, Ramallah, and Bethlehem with the Center’s help. The kindness of the Palestinian people exceeded expectations—everyone I met ensured that I felt welcomed and content. Everyone would drop everything to help me or assist me in anyway. I felt very, very safe in Palestine, and especially Hebron. I recommend this program to absolutely anyone interested in Palestinian law and Palestinian life in general.