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Summer Associate in Ludington, MI

Prosecuting Attorneys Association of Michigan - Prosecuting Attorney's Office Aug 04,2015 Location Ludington MI
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Summer Associate

Litigation - Whistleblower - CFTC

$12.50/hour

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Summer Intern Program, 2016 The interns will practice law and oral advocacy. Will be given in-court assignments otherwise handled by assistant prosecutors. See the inner workings of the criminal justice system. Pursuant to Michigan Court Rule 8.120, students are given authority to appear and represent the People of the State of Michigan in court proceedings. Students typically engage in activities such as plea negotiations, bench trials, formal hearings and case review. Some may also appear at various family court matters. Some interns will have an opportunity to prepare and conduct one or more jury trials during the summer. This experience is designed for the student who is interested in trial practice. The assignments are similar to those given to newly appointed assistant prosecutors. Law students who have completed their second year of school will be considered. Must have completed at least 40 credit hours of law school and be a student in good standing as of May 2016. Should have at least one semester (or term) of law school remaining after completion of the internship. Must be a Michigan resident or evidence an intent to practice in Michigan upon graduation. Preference will be given to candidate who has completed all of the following courses by May, 2016: criminal law, criminal procedure, evidence. The internships will last 11 weeks. Note: Prior to the beginning their internship, selected interns will be required to attend a five day training and orientation in the Lansing area. The tentative dates for this training are May 16-20, 2016.

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