Law Student Intern
About The Position
As permitted by the Utah State Bar's Student Practice Rule, assists in the prosecution of felonies and misdemeanors in justice, juvenile, and district courts. Reviews charging of new criminal cases. Performs legal research. Gathers and analyzes evidence. Interviews witnesses. Drafts legal documents such as subpoenas, warrants, petitions, affidavits, motions, memoranda, and jury instructions. Civil. Advises and counsels County officials and departments on civil legal matters. Attends and participates in public and departmental meetings. Drafts resolutions, ordinances, contracts, correspondence and other legal documents on behalf of the County and County officials.
Requirements
- Completed at least one year of an accredited law school.
- Applications submitted online by January 20, 2026 will be accepted.
Nice To Haves
- If a 2L, completion of evidence and criminal procedure courses is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Assists in the prosecution of felonies and misdemeanors in justice, juvenile, and district courts.
- Reviews charging of new criminal cases.
- Performs legal research.
- Gathers and analyzes evidence.
- Interviews witnesses.
- Drafts legal documents such as subpoenas, warrants, petitions, affidavits, motions, memoranda, and jury instructions.
- Advises and counsels County officials and departments on civil legal matters.
- Attends and participates in public and departmental meetings.
- Drafts resolutions, ordinances, contracts, correspondence and other legal documents on behalf of the County and County officials.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Intern
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
101-250 employees
