Job Title: Trial Attorney Job Responsibilities: - Represent clients accused of crimes, focusing on defending their dignity and legal rights. - Conduct jury trials, with the organization participating in nearly 1,300 trials annually. - Appear in court regularly to advocate for clients through both oral and written means. - Handle misdemeanor and traffic cases initially, with caseloads varying by office size and county coverage. - Be prepared for potential office assignments a
Job Title: Summer 2026 Intern - Farm Worker Rights Division Job Responsibilities: Interns in the Farm Worker Rights Division (FWRD) of the organization will be responsible for advocating for the rights of low-wage farm workers. The primary duties include conducting outreach to farm workers at labor camps and other locations within their assigned regions. Interns will engage with clients and potential clients on a variety of legal issues, ensuring they have information about
Job Title: Summer Legal Intern (Certified 2L/3L Internship) Job Responsibilities: - Represent clients in court under the supervision of a licensed public defender. - Prepare cases outside of court and conduct pre-trial and post-trial hearings. - Occasionally conduct jury trials. - Participate in a weeklong rigorous training program before commencing the internship. - Handle a caseload of misdemeanor, traffic, or juvenile delinquency cases. - Provide legal advice to public de
Job Title: 1L Intern Job Responsibilities: 1. Conduct comprehensive legal research and draft memos, briefs, and legal pleadings. 2. Observe court proceedings to gain practical insights into the legal process. 3. Provide support to trial teams, assisting in various phases of trial preparation and execution. 4. Conduct investigations relevant to ongoing cases and legal matters. 5. Interact with clients through jail and office visits, enhancing client communication skills. 6. P
Job Title: 2L/3L Certified Internship, Fall Semester Job Responsibilities: - Represent clients in court as a certified intern under the supervision of a licensed public defender. - Prepare cases outside of court and conduct pre-trial and post-trial hearings. - Sometimes conduct jury trials. - Handle a caseload of misdemeanor, traffic, or juvenile delinquency cases. - Engage in intensive courtroom advocacy experience. Education and Experience Information: - Must be a law stu
Job Title: Paralegal Intern Job Responsibilities: Paralegal interns play a crucial role in supporting trial and appellate teams representing clients. Their responsibilities include working on complex cases and applying organizational practices to support teams of committed defenders. These teams typically consist of attorneys, investigators, and, at times, forensic social workers. Interns may have opportunities for direct interaction with clients, providing courtroom support