Intern

Maricopa County • Phoenix, AZ

6d • $17 - $17

About The Position

Are you passionate about helping those in our community who are underserved? Join our team and make a difference doing something that you are passionate about! In this position, you will have an opportunity to work as either a Legal Intern / Extern or as a Rule Certified Limited Practice Student in our office. In both roles you will gain practical, hands on experience working side by side with experienced attorneys and legal professionals. NOTE: This will be a temporary part-time position at $17/hour, and working up to 220 hours per semester. This position is a 12 week internship starting on May 18th, 2026 through August 7th, 2026, 30 hours/week. About Us We provide high-quality legal representation to our clients while protecting the fundamental rights of every member of the community. The Office of the Legal Advocate is make up of hard-working and dedicated people who believe in safeguarding the constitutional rights of the indigent clients we serve. We strive to build a stronger team with every team member we add because every one of our colleagues plays an integral part in delivering excellent representation. If your goal is to be part of a dynamic, supporting, and pivotal office, please consider applying to the Office of the Legal Advocate! Proud to Offer Work with a greater purpose Exceptional work-life balance Opportunities for growth and development within Maricopa County Enrollment in the Arizona State Retirement System, a defined retirement benefit requiring a 12% monthly contribution rate that includes a 100% employer match on Day 1 Want to learn more about the County’s Qualifying and Compensation Philosophy? Follow this link to learn more! Work With Us | Maricopa County, AZ We Require Completion of at least one year of a Juris Doctor (JD) program at an accredited Law School

Requirements

• Completion of at least one year of a Juris Doctor (JD) program at an accredited Law School

Responsibilities

• Attends and assists with various aspects of trial work, including jury selection
• Assists in trial preparation
• Attends and participates in witness interviews
• Attends various hearing types, including status conferences, settlement conferences, and evidentiary hearings
• Drafts and edits pleadings
• Meets with clients both in and out of jail
• Researches legal issues
• Writes legal memoranda
• Reviews case files and assists assigned attorneys with additional needs
• Participates in trainings related to criminal defense and development of trial skills
• Represents indigent clients in criminal cases in Maricopa County Superior Court and Justice Courts
• Handles preliminary hearings, plea proceedings, settlement conferences, sentencings, evidentiary hearings, and jury trials
• Interviews clients and witnesses
• Drafts motions
• Receives specific training in all aspects of trial including opening statements, closing arguments, direct and cross examination, and voir dire
• Participates in a clinical course to learn effective public speaking techniques
• Receives regular feedback regarding verbal and written work from professors, experienced criminal defense attorneys, and other stakeholders
• Other tasks as directed by a supervising attorney to ensure effective representation is provided

Benefits

• Work with a greater purpose
• Exceptional work-life balance
• Opportunities for growth and development within Maricopa County
• Enrollment in the Arizona State Retirement System, a defined retirement benefit requiring a 12% monthly contribution rate that includes a 100% employer match on Day 1

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree