Law Student - Government in Pomona, CA

Government

Pomona, CA

Law Student - Government in Pomona, CA

Law Student

No

Job Title: Senior Law Clerk, Fall

Job Responsibilities:
The Senior Law Clerk (SLC) position is a 16-week internship program at the Public Defender's Office, providing a unique opportunity to advance into permanent employment as a Deputy Public Defender (DPD) I. The program is designed to give recent law school graduates practical legal experience. Key responsibilities include:

- Conducting preliminary hearings and participating in case work in specialized areas such as Post-Conviction, Law Enforcement Accountability, and Immigration.
- Assisting in the preparation of various criminal cases and participating in hearings and jury trials under the supervision of senior-level DPDs.
- Conducting legal research, reviewing legal documents, and organizing reports and exhibits for trials.
- Researching, studying, interpreting, and applying laws, court decisions, and other legal authorities in the preparation of cases, opinions, pleadings, and briefs.
- Organizing extensive legal discovery, reports, documents, and potential case exhibits.
- Conducting pretrial reviews of case files for witness subpoenas and other evidence gathered for trials.
- Conducting preliminary interviews of potential complainants in criminal cases and reporting on findings to determine if sufficient cause exists to support prosecution.
- Reading, understanding, and analyzing legal documents such as pleadings, affidavits, court orders, transcripts, statutory codes, and appellate decisions.
- Preparing a variety of legal documents, including memoranda summarizing court decisions, administrative board decisions, State statutes, ordinances, and opinions.
- Communicating with witnesses, experts, clients, and other interested parties, and providing information to judges, attorneys, and the public concerning the work of the department.
- Interviewing clients to obtain factual, biographical, and financial information.
- Scheduling witnesses for court appearances and interviews and preparing witnesses and clients in courtroom procedures and protocol.

Education and Experience Information:
To participate in the examination for the Senior Law Clerk position, candidates must meet one of the following options:

Option 1:
- Possess a Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an approved or accredited law school.
- Be registered to take the first available bar following law school graduation.
- Be eligible for certification through the California State Bar Practical Training of Law Students (PTLS) program at the time of appointment.

Option 2:
- Be currently enrolled in law school.
- Have successfully completed the second year or equivalent of law school.
- Be eligible for certification through the California State Bar PTLS program at the time of appointment.

Additional requirements include:
- Providing a copy of the diploma or official/unofficial transcripts indicating grade level and successful completion of the second year or equivalent in an accredited law school.
- Applicants are permitted to participate in the exam but must provide proof of JD degree and Bar Exam registration to be considered for hiring.

License:
- A valid California Class "C" Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions.

Physical Expectations:
- The position requires light physical effort, which may include occasional light lifting to a 10-pound limit, and some bending, stooping, or squatting. Considerable ambulation may be involved.

Salary Information:
The position offers a salary of hourly.

Additional Information:
- The assessment process consists of an evaluation of Training and Experience (T&E) weighted at 100%, based on the candidate's education and training.
- Successful candidates will be placed on the eligible register for a period of six months following the date of promulgation.
- The program is conducted 100% in-person, and candidates must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 as a condition of employment.

Application Process:
- Applications must be filed online only. Incomplete applications will be rejected.
- Applicants must provide all relevant job experience and complete the application and Supplemental Questionnaire thoroughly.
- All information included in the application materials is subject to verification during the examination and hiring process.

Fair Chance Initiative:
- The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer and will not ask for conviction history information unless a contingent offer of employment is made. An individualized assessment will be conducted to determine any adverse relationship with the job duties.

Anti-Racism, Diversity, and Inclusion:
- The County of Los Angeles is committed to promoting anti-racism, diversity, and inclusion efforts to address inequalities and disparities among races.

Applicants are encouraged to apply if they meet the qualifications and share the values of the Public Defender's Office in advocating for indigent clientele and working towards achieving clients' goals within the justice system.