The Superior Court of California County of Los Angeles is seeking volunteers for various programs within the Court. These programs offer valuable opportunities for practical work experience, skill development, and an enhanced understanding of the judicial system. The Court has an annual budget of over $1 billion and is the largest unified trial court in the United States. With 580 judges and commissioners and over 4,800 full-time employees, the Court operates in one of the nation's largest and most populous counties, covering 4,752 square miles and serving over 10,400,000 residents. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals interested in gaining experience and knowledge in the legal field while making a positive impact in their community.
Position: Volunteer
Salary: Monthly, Annually
Department: Human Resources/Employee Relations
Organization: Superior Court of California County of Los Angeles
Location: Los Angeles, CA
Job Type: Volunteer
Job Number: VIP02
Opening Date: 11/07/2024
About the Court:
- Largest unified trial court in the United States
- 580 judges and commissioners
- 36 facilities within 12 judicial districts
- More than 4,800 full-time employees
- Annual budget of over $1 billion
- Located in Southern California, one of the nation's largest and most populous counties
About the Programs:
- Offer practical work experience and skill development
- Familiarize participants with court procedures, operations, and activities
- Provide an enhanced understanding and appreciation for the judicial system
- Various placement areas available, including Family Law, Court Administration, and Judicial Operations
- Volunteer opportunities available for most programs
Paralegal Program:
- Provides quality paralegal work experience
- Assists with preparation of legal documents for cases involving child support, spousal support, and health insurance issues
- Participants receive experience preparing legal documents, access to networking opportunities, and an overview of court processes and procedures
- Placement areas: Family Law (Self-Help Centers, Domestic Violence Clinic, Guardianship Clinic, Toll Family Law Counseling Center with LAFLA)
- Who should apply: Students currently enrolled in paralegal schools, colleges, and universities throughout LA County; Individuals who have completed a Paralegal certificate program in paralegal schools, colleges, or universities
What to Expect Next:
- Eligible applicants will be placed on a list for up to 6 months and considered for available opportunities
- Provide a current and accurate email address for communication from the Court
- Human Resources staff will notify all applicants of their application status via email
- Add to your SAFE SENDERS list to avoid emails being filtered as spam
Agency: Superior Court of California County of Los Angeles
Address: 111 N. Hill Street, Rm. 203, Los Angeles, California, 90012
Website:
Volunteer Programs Supplemental Questionnaire:
1. In which program/area are you interested in participating?
- Court Administration & Courthouse Operations
- Judicial and Courtroom Operations
- Family Court Services Mediation (requires ASCW or AMFT accreditation)
- Paralegal (requires paralegal certification or current study)
- Not Sure
2. Indicate all areas where you would be willing to work:
- LAX/Airport
- Alhambra
- Antelope Valley
- Bellflower
- Beverly Hills
- Burbank
- Downtown .
- Chatsworth
- Compton
- Downey
- East .
- El Monte
- Glendale
- Hollywood
- Inglewood
- Lancaster
- Long Beach
- Los Padrinos
- Monrovia
- Monterey Park
- Norwalk
- Pasadena
- Pomona
- Santa Clarita
- San Fernando
- Santa Monica
- Sylmar
- Torrance
- Van Nuys
- West Covina
- Whittier
- Remote
3. What is your current availability? (. Monday - Friday 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM)
4. How long do you plan to commit to the program? (. 3 months)
5. Are you under 18 years old? Note: if yes, you must attach proof of eligibility to work (. a work permit) to your application.
- Yes
- No
6. If you are under 18 years old, specify the high school counselor, instructor, or a representative of a participating community or professional organization or church who has referred you. Include detailed contact information.
7. For-Credit Internship: Will you be receiving accreditation or course credit for a school or certification program as a result of your work?
- Yes
- No
8. For-Credit Internship: If you will you be receiving accreditation or course credit for a school or certification program as a result of your work, provide the following: 1) School and/or program 2) School/program representative contact information 3) The requirements for receiving credit Attach any relevant documentation to your application.
9. If you were referred by an organization, agency, school, government program, or other program, indicate it here. Include detailed contact information for the agency and representative/case manager. (. CalWorks, SER, LIFT)
10. If you are looking for placement in a specific department, litigation area, or judge/commissioner, IN ADDITION TO WHAT YOU SELECTED ABOVE, indicate it here. We will do our best to match you with your desired area.
11. If you are applying as part of a cohort, indicate it here. (. Cal Poly Judicial Internship, Fall 2025)
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