Law Student - Government in Poplar Bluff, MO

Government

Poplar Bluff, MO

Law Student - Government in Poplar Bluff, MO

Law Student

No

Job Title: Internship, Spring

Job Responsibilities:
- Conducting client interviews to gather relevant information and understand the needs of the client.
- Drafting motions to support legal arguments and assist attorneys in court proceedings.
- Performing legal research to aid in the preparation of cases and to ensure accurate representation of legal precedents.
- Conducting case investigations to collect and analyze evidence pertinent to criminal litigation.
- Assisting in all aspects of a criminal litigation practice, providing support to attorneys and gaining exposure to courtroom procedures.
- Participating in trial preparation, which may include assisting or observing at actual trials to gain practical experience in the legal process.

Education and Experience Information:
- The internship program is designed for law students and undergraduates interested in criminal justice, social work, psychology, and related fields.
- Opportunities are available for law students for summer internships, with a limited number of volunteer positions for undergraduates.
- Internships provide real-world experience and exposure to the practice of criminal law, offering valuable learning beyond traditional law school education.
- Organization participates in on-campus interviews at all in-state law schools and many out-of-state law schools, primarily conducted in the spring semester.
- Interested in-state law students for non-summer internships, out-of-state law students, and undergraduate students can apply by submitting a resume to Human Resources with their locations of interest and desired time period for the internship.

Salary Information:
- The text does not provide specific salary information for the internship positions. However, it mentions the opportunity for real-world experience and exposure to the practice of criminal law as invaluable benefits.

Additional Information:
- The internship program is formatted to introduce law students and undergraduates to all aspects of criminal litigation within the Trial Division of the organization.
- The organization has 33 district offices statewide that handle trial cases ranging from traffic offenses to first-degree murder cases where the State is not seeking the death penalty.
- Interns are encouraged to participate in trial preparation and may assist or observe at actual trials, enhancing their practical legal skills.
- The organization is willing to work with institutions of higher learning to ensure that student interns receive school credit for their work.
- The internship offers the opportunity to provide meaningful help to those with the greatest needs, with direct contact with clients and significant responsibility in protecting the liberty and lives of citizens.
- Interns will receive training from some of the best and most experienced criminal defense attorneys in the country.