Law Student - Government in Hannibal, MO

Government

Hannibal, MO

Law Student - Government in Hannibal, MO

Law Student

No

Job Title: Internship, Spring

Job Responsibilities:
- Conduct client interviews to gather relevant case information and build rapport with clients.
- Draft legal motions and documents as part of the litigation process.
- Perform legal research to support case strategies and attorney arguments.
- Conduct case investigations to gather evidence and information pertinent to the defense.
- Assist in all aspects of a criminal litigation practice, providing support to attorneys as needed.
- Participate in trial preparation, which may include assisting or observing at actual trials.

Education and Experience Information:
- The internship program is designed for law students and undergraduates interested in criminal justice, social work, psychology, and related fields.
- Law students have the opportunity to gain real-world experience and exposure to the practice of criminal law.
- The program is particularly beneficial for students seeking to enhance their practical understanding of law beyond academic studies.
- Undergraduates interested in related fields are encouraged to apply for volunteer positions to gain relevant experience.

Salary Information:
- The text does not provide specific salary information for this internship position.

Additional Information:
- The internship is part of the Trial Division, which handles a range of criminal cases from traffic offenses to first-degree murder cases where the death penalty is not sought.
- There are 33 district offices statewide that handle trial cases.
- Interns have the opportunity to work directly with clients and take on significant responsibilities in assisting attorneys to protect the liberty and lives of citizens.
- Training is provided by experienced criminal defense attorneys.
- The organization offers summer internships and a limited number of volunteer positions for undergraduates.
- The organization conducts on-campus interviews at in-state law schools and some law schools in neighboring states, typically in the spring semester.
- Students interested in non-summer internships or those from out-of-state law schools can apply by submitting a resume to Human Resources, specifying their preferred locations and internship period.
- The organization collaborates with institutions of higher learning to ensure that student interns can receive school credit for their work.

Note: The organization encourages students to meet with recruiters during on-campus interviews and apply for internships through the interviewing process.