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Harris County District Attorney's Office - Houston, TX
posted 3 days ago
About the position
Academic Law Student Interns are assigned to work directly with experienced trial attorneys and assist the attorneys with a wide range of duties, including (1) victim and witness interviews; (2) assistance with formal plea procedures; (3) trial preparation; (4) research and writing; and (5) assistance with jury selection and jury trials. Interns routinely accompany prosecutors to court to observe and help with court dockets, hearings, and trials. Interns may also be required to complete additional assignments, specific projects, or observations as prescribed by their school or professors.
Responsibilities
- Conduct victim and witness interviews
- Assist with formal plea procedures
- Prepare for trials
- Perform research and writing tasks
- Assist with jury selection and jury trials
- Accompany prosecutors to court to observe and assist with court dockets, hearings, and trials
- Complete additional assignments or projects as required by school or professors
Requirements
- Currently enrolled in an accredited law school
- Undergraduate students considering law school are also eligible
- Must be bar card eligible if chosen
Benefits
- Hands-on experience working with trial attorneys
- Opportunity to observe court proceedings
- Gain practical legal skills
