Legal Assistant Intern - Alternate Defender's Office (Unpaid Intern)

Orange County, CA • Santa Ana, CA

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About The Position

The Legal Assistant Intern position at the Alternate Defender's Office offers students and recent graduates the opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a legal setting. Interns will work alongside trial attorneys, investigators, paralegals, and secretaries, engaging in various tasks such as organizing discovery, summarizing witness statements, and preparing court documents. This internship is particularly valuable for those contemplating law school or studying for the LSAT, as it provides insight into real-life legal situations and enhances academic studies.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in an accredited college/university
• Completed at least two years of undergraduate studies or achieved an associate's degree in Criminal Justice, Forensics, Psychology, Sociology, Political Science, Pre-Law, Government Studies or related fields
• Recent graduates in the listed fields are also eligible to apply
• Computer skills, especially Microsoft Office Suite
• Foreign language skills (Spanish or Vietnamese) are a plus
• Previous experience working with at-risk populations is highly desirable

Responsibilities

• Organizing discovery and indexing information
• Summarizing witness statements
• Copying and filing case files
• Preparing and serving agency subpoenas
• Interacting with court staff to file court motions
• Serving court orders at the O.C. Sheriff's Department
• Picking up cases, discovery, and records from various agencies
• Delivering clothing and legal mail to the jail
• Conducting internet research related to various forensic experts and issues
• Participating in tactical and strategic discussions on defense theories
• Attending court proceedings, especially jury trials

Benefits

• Opportunity to explore career options
• Build resumes
• Network with professionals in their fields of interest
• Gain hands-on experience in a legal setting

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees