Job Title Trial Attorneys Job Responsibilities Trial attorneys at the **Members Only** are tasked with providing client-centered legal representation for individuals accused of crimes. The office is responsible for conducting approximately 1,300 jury trials annually. Lawyers in this role are expected to actively litigate their clients’ rights through both oral and written advocacy. Responsibilities include appearing in court regularly to advocate on behalf of clients, handling mis...
Job Title: Summer Legal Intern 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. - Sometimes participate in jury trials. - Handle a caseload of misdemeanor, traffic, or juvenile delinquency cases. - Provide legal advice to public defender clients while practicing under the supervision of a licensed lawyer. - Participate in a rigorous, weeklong
Job Title: 1L Intern Job Responsibilities: 1. Researching and Writing: Interns will engage in extensive legal research and writing, including drafting memos, briefs, and legal pleadings. This task is crucial for developing strong legal writing skills and understanding complex legal issues. 2. Court Observation: Interns will have the opportunity to observe court proceedings, which will provide them with a practical understanding of courtroom dynamics and legal procedures. 3
Job Title: 2L/3L Certified Internship, Fall Semester 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. - Manage a caseload consisting of misdemeanor, traffic, or juvenile delinquency cases. - Gain intensive courtroom advocacy experience through direct client representation. Education and Experience Informat
Job Title: Paralegal Intern Job Responsibilities: Paralegal interns at the organization will play a critical role in supporting trial and appellate teams representing clients. Interns will have the opportunity to work on complex cases and apply organizational practices that support teams of dedicated defenders. These teams may include attorneys, investigators, and, at times, forensic social workers. The responsibilities of paralegal interns can vary, with some internships of