Law Student - Government in Nevada, MO

Government

Nevada, MO

Law Student - Government in Nevada, MO

Law Student

No

Job Title: Internship, Spring

Job Responsibilities:
- Conduct client interviews
- Draft motions
- Perform legal research
- Conduct case investigation
- Assist in all aspects of a criminal litigation practice
- Participate in trial preparation and potentially assist or observe at actual trials

Education and Experience Information:
- Open to law students and undergraduates interested in criminal justice, social work, psychology, and related fields
- Intern program designed to introduce participants to all aspects of criminal litigation
- Real-world experience for law students and undergraduates
- Opportunities for summer internships primarily offered to law students
- Limited volunteer positions available for undergraduates
- In-state and out-of-state law students, as well as undergraduate students, can apply
- MSPD collaborates with institutions to ensure school credit for internships

Salary Information:
- Not available in the text

Additional Information:
- The Trial Division handles cases ranging from traffic offenses to first-degree murder cases not involving the death penalty
- 33 district offices statewide handle trial cases
- Interns encouraged to gain exposure to criminal law practice and participate in trial preparation
- On-campus interviews conducted at all in-state law schools and many out-of-state law schools in surrounding states
- Interested students encouraged to apply via on-campus interviews or by submitting a resume to Human Resources
- Direct contact with clients and significant responsibility in aiding attorneys
- Training provided by experienced criminal defense attorneys

The internship offers invaluable exposure to the practice of criminal law, making it an enriching experience for students aiming to understand the intricacies of criminal litigation beyond academic learning.