Law Student - Government in Indio, CA

Government

Indio, CA

Law Student - Government in Indio, CA

Law Student

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Application Deadline: April 21st, 2025, or until positions are filled.
Program Dates: June 2nd, 2025, to August 8th 2025.

Department: Law Clerk Program
Organization: **Members Only**

The **Members Only** is currently seeking law students to join our 2025 Summer Law Clerk Program. This program offers a unique opportunity for law students to gain hands-on experience working with our attorneys in court, representing indigent clients in misdemeanor and felony criminal cases. Our program also provides the chance to work with specialized units within the office, including Mental Health, Immigration, Domestic Violence, Juvenile and Complex Litigation Units.

We are currently accepting applications for our Summer Law Clerk Program, which runs from June 2nd, 2025, to August 8th 2025. The application deadline is April 21st, 2025, or until positions are filled. This is a volunteer program and is open to law students currently enrolled in an accredited law school. All applicants must pass a background check and have a demonstrated interest in criminal law, trial practice, or public service.

Key Information:
• Program dates: June 2nd, 2025, to August 8th 2025
• Application deadline: April 21st, 2025, or until positions are filled
• Department: Law Clerk Program
• Organization: **Members Only**

Roles and Responsibilities:
• Working directly with attorneys in court
• Representing indigent clients in misdemeanor and felony criminal cases
• Assisting attorneys with research and writing projects, motion work, and trial preparation
• Participating in training seminars on criminal law, ethics, and trial practice
• Appearing in court, on the record, under the supervision of deputy public defenders (for certified law clerks)

Qualifications:
• Currently enrolled in an accredited law school
• Eligible for certification under the rules of the State Bar (for certified law clerks)
• Pass a background check
• Demonstrated interest in criminal law, trial practice, or public service
• Desire to work with indigent and underserved communities

Specialized Units:
• Mental Health
• Immigration
• Domestic Violence
• Juvenile
• Complex Litigation

Benefits:
• Hands-on experience in court and with specialized units
• Training seminars on criminal law, ethics, and trial practice
• Opportunity to work with indigent and underserved communities
• Potential for certified law clerks to argue motions, conduct preliminary hearings, and participate in jury trials under supervision

Organization Overview:
The **Members Only**, serves as legal counsel for individuals who cannot afford to hire their own attorney in criminal cases. Our office is dedicated to providing quality representation and ensuring that every individual receives a fair trial. We strive to protect the constitutional rights of our clients and advocate for their best interests.

Join our team and make a difference in the lives of indigent and underserved communities. Apply now for our 2025 Summer Law Clerk Program!