Law Student - Government in Saint Louis, MO

Government

Saint Louis, MO

Law Student - Government in Saint Louis, MO

Law Student

No

Job Title: Internship, Spring

Job Responsibilities:
- Conduct client interviews to gather case details and relevant information.
- Draft motions and assist in the preparation of legal documents.
- Perform legal research to support case arguments and legal strategies.
- Conduct case investigations to gather evidence and build case files.
- Assist in all aspects of a criminal litigation practice, including trial preparation and possibly observing or assisting at the actual trial.

Education and Experience Information:
- The internship program is designed for law students and undergraduates.
- Law students, particularly those interested in criminal litigation, are the primary candidates.
- Undergraduate students interested in criminal justice, social work, psychology, and related fields are also eligible for a limited number of volunteer positions.
- Interns are expected to gain real-world experience and exposure to the practice of criminal law, which is considered invaluable for their professional development.

Salary Information:
- The text does not provide specific information regarding salary or compensation for the internship positions.

Additional Information:
- The internship program is designed to introduce students to all aspects of criminal litigation.
- The organization offers many employment opportunities to law students for summer internships.
- The organization participates in on-campus interviews at all in-state law schools and many out-of-state law schools, typically conducted in the spring semester.
- Interested students are encouraged to apply for an internship through the on-campus interviewing process or by submitting a resume to Human Resources, specifying locations of interest and desired time periods for the internship.
- The organization is willing to work with institutions of higher learning to ensure that student interns receive school credit for their work.
- Interns will have direct contact with clients and significant responsibility for helping attorneys protect the liberty and lives of citizens.
- Training will be provided by some of the best and most experienced criminal defense attorneys in the country.