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For the Prosecution: Internships with America’s Prosecutors

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Alabama Alabama Attorney General’s Office 1 Montgomery County District Attorney’s Office 2 U.S. Attorney’s Office – Northern District of Alabama 3

Arkansas Office of the Prosecuting Attorney – 4th District 4

Alaska Alaska Department of Law – Criminal Division 5

California Office of the Attorney General – California Department of Justice 6 Office of the District Attorney – Country of Santa Cruz 7 Office of the District Attorney – San Luis Obispo County 8 Riverside County District Attorney 9 San Bernardino County District Attorney’s Office 10 San Diego County District Attorney’s Office 11 San Francisco District Attorney’s Office 12 San Joaquin County District Attorney 13 Santa Clara County District Attorney’s Office 14 Stanislaus County District Attorney 15

Colorado 4th Judicial District Attorney’s Office 16 Attorney’s Office – Eighth Judicial District 17 Office of the Colorado Attorney General 18

Connecticut Hartford State’s Attorney Office 19

Delaware U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of Delaware 20 District of Columbia U.S. Department of Justice 21

Florida Miami-Dade State Attorney’s Office 22 State Attorney's Office -17th Judicial Circuit 23 State Attorney’s Office-19th Judicial Circuit 24 State Attorney's Office-4th Judicial District 25

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Georgia Augusta Judicial District Attorney’s Office 26 Fulton County District Attorney’s Office 27 Georgia Department of Law 28

Hawaii U.S. Attorney’s Office-District of Hawaii 29

Illinois Cook County State’s Attorney’s Office 30 Rock Island State’s Attorney’s Office 31 U.S. Attorney’s Office – Northern District of Illinois 32

Indiana Allen County Prosecuting Attorney 33 Hancock County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office 34

Iowa Polk County Attorney 35

Kentucky Commonwealth Attorney’s Office 36 Commonwealth’s Attorney-Fayette County 37

Maine Cumberland County District Attorney’s Office 38

Maryland State’s Attorney’s Office-Baltimore City 39 Wicomico County State’s Attorney’s Office 40

Massachusetts Berkshire District Attorney’s Office 41 Essex County Attorney’s Office 42

Michigan Genesee County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office 43 Kent County Prosecutor’s Office 44 Prosecuting Attorneys Association Michigan 45 U.S. Attorney’s Office – Western District of Michigan 46 United States Attorney’s Office-Eastern District of Michigan 47 Wayne County Prosecutors Office 48

Minnesota Hennepin County Attorney’s Office 49

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United States Attorney’s Office - MN 50 Winona County Attorney’s Office 51

Mississippi District Attorney’s Office – 7th Circuit District 52 Mississippi Attorney’s General’s Office 53

Missouri Jackson County Prosecutor’s Office 54 Office of Prosecuting Attorney-St. Louis County 55 United States Attorney’s Office-Eastern District of Missouri 56

Montana United States Attorney’s Office-District of Montana 57

Nevada Yellowstone County Attorney’s Office 58 United States Attorney’s Office-District of Nevada 59

New Hampshire Hillsborough County Attorney’s Office 60 New Hampshire Attorney General’s Office 61 United States Attorney’s Office - NH 62

New Jersey Camden County Prosecutor’s Office 63 Mercer County Prosecutors Office 64 New Jersey Attorney General-Division of Criminal Justice 65 Passaic County Prosecutor’s Office 66 U.S. Attorney’s Office-District of New Jersey 67 Union County Prosecutor’s Office 68

New Mexico U.S. Attorney’s Office District of New Mexico 69

New York Albany County District Attorney’s Office 70 Broome County District Attorney’s Office 71 Onondaga County District Attorney’s Office 72 U.S. Attorney’s Office - NY 73 U.S. Attorney’s Office-Northern District of NY-Syracuse Office 74 North Carolina Cabarrus County District Attorney’s Office 75 District Attorney’s Office for the 22nd District of North Carolina 76 District Attorney’s Office-5th District of North Carolina 77

Durham District Attorney’s Office 78 Guilford County District Attorney’s Office 79 North Carolina Attorney General’s Office 80 U.S. Attorney’s Office - NC 81

Ohio Ohio Attorney General’s Office 82

Oklahoma U.S. Attorney’s Office-Northern District of Oklahoma 83

Oregon Deschutes County District Attorney 84 Multnomah County District Attorney 85

Pennsylvania Berk’s County District Attorney’s Office 86 Buck’s County Attorney’s Office 87 Chester County District Attorney’s Office 88 Lancaster County District Attorney’s Office 89 Pennsylvania Office of Attorney General 90 Philadelphia District Attorney’s Office 91

Rhode Island City of Pawtucket 92

South Carolina South Carolina Commission on Prosecution Coordination 93

Tennessee U.S. Attorney’s Office - TN 94

Texas Bexar County Criminal District Attorney’s Office 95 Cameron County District Attorney 96 Denton County Criminal District Attorney’s Office 97 Harris County District Attorney’s Office 98 Potter County Attorney’s Office 99 Tarrant County District Attorney 100 Travis County District Attorney 101 U.S. Attorney’s Office - TX 102

Virginia City of Newport News Commonwealth’s Attorney 103 Commonwealth Attorney’s Office 104 Hampton County Commonwealth’s Attorney’s Office 105

Office of the Commonwealth’s Attorney 106 U.S. Attorney’s Office - VA 107 U.S. Attorney’s Office-Eastern District of Virginia 108 Office of the Commonwealth Attorney-Richmond 109

Washington King County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office 110 Pierce County Prosecuting Attorney 111 U.S. Attorney’s Office-Western District of Washington 112 Yakima County Prosecutors Office 113

West Virginia U.S. Attorney’s Office-Northern District of West Virginia 114

Wisconsin U.S. Attorney’s Office-Eastern District of Wisconsin 115 Wisconsin Department of Justice 116

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Alabama Attorney General's Office

Contact: L. Morris Chief Deputy Attorney General Phone: 334-242-7401 Alabama Attorney General's Office Fax: 500 Dexter Avenue Email: Montgomery, AL 36104-3760 Website: www.ago.state.al.us Description: The Alabama Attorney General's Office concentrates on the following divisions: Administrative Hearings, Capital Litigation, Constitutional Defense, Criminal Appeals, Environmental, General Civil and Administrative Law, Medicaid Fraud, Opinions, and Public Corruption/White Collar Crime.

Internship Description: Each summer this office offers two summer sessions, the breakpoint being around July 1, In each session they generally offer 10-15 unpaid associates, externs, and interns. Students are assigned to an operating division and integrated in to the division staff and assist experienced attorneys in handl ing any matter before the division. By special arrangement they could offer a school year internship.

Interns hired are: 1L Students: X 2L Students: X

Intern Duties Include: Legal Research: X Observing Court Proceedings: X Interviewing Witnesses: X Observing Plea Bargains: X Pre-trial Motions: X Appellate Briefs: X Correspondence: X Trial Practice: Other:

Stipend: Stipend Amount:

Semesters Available: Fall: Spring: Summer: X

Deadlines: Fall: Spring: Summer: March 15

Application Materials: Resume: X Cover Letter: X Transcript: Writing Sample: Other:

Other Information:

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Montgomery County District Attorney's Office

Contact: Daryl Bailey Chief Deputy, District Attorney Phone: 334-832-2550 Montgomery County District Attorney's Office Fax: PO Box 1667 Email: Montgomery, AL 36102 Website: www.mc-ala.org/da Description: The office prosecutes misdemeanors and felonies and performs a limited amount of appellate work. The staff includes 21 full-time prosecutors.

Internship Description: Interns have an opportunity to work in all phases of the office's work. Certified students may appear in court under supervision.


Intern Duties Include: Legal Research: X Observing Court Proceedings: X Interviewing Witnesses: X Observing Plea Bargains: X Pre-trial Motions: X Appellate Briefs: Correspondence: X Trial Practice: X Other:


Semesters Available: Fall: X Spring: X Summer: X

Deadlines: Fall: Open Spring: Open Summer: Open


Other Information:

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U.S. Attorney's Office-Northern District of Alabama

Contact: Donzella Walton Human Resource Officer Phone: 205-244-2070 U.S. Attorney's Office-Northern District of Alabama Fax: 205-244-2094 1801 4th Avenue, North Email: [email protected] Birmingham, AL 33203 Website: www.usdoj.gov/usao/aln Description: The U.S. Attorney's Office enforces federal law and defend the United State in civil actions.

Internship Description: Volunteer internships are available to law students to gain hands on experience. Student may be able to receive academic credit from their law school.


Intern Duties Include: Legal Research: X Observing Court Proceedings: X Interviewing Witnesses: Observing Plea Bargains: Pre-trial Motions: X Appellate Briefs: X Correspondence: Trial Practice: Other:



Deadlines: Fall: May 15 Spring: September 15 Summer: January 15

Application Materials: Resume: X Cover Letter: X Transcript: X Writing Sample: X Other:

Other Information:

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Office of the Prosecuting Attorney-4th District

Contact: Chris Williams Prosecuting Attorney Phone: 479-444-1570 Office of the Prosecuting Attorney-4th District Fax: 280 N. College Email: Fayetteville, AR 72701 Website: co.washington.ar.us/prosecutingattorney/ Description: Prosecution office serving two counties and handling the state's second largest caseload. The office is staffed by 14 Deputy Prosecuting Attorneys, 2 Victims Assistants and 23 staff members

Internship Description: Five law clerks are hired to perform intake, probable cause hearings, District Court trials.

Interns hired are: 1L Students: 2L Students: X


Stipend: X Stipend Amount: $10.00 hr


Deadlines: Fall: July Spring: December Summer: February

Application Materials: Resume: X Cover Letter: X Transcript: Writing Sample: X Other:

Other Information:

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Alaska Department of Law-Criminal Division

Contact: Susie Frenzel Phone: 907-465-4038 Alaska Department of Law-Criminal Division Website: http://www.law.state.ak.us/ P.O. Box 110300 123 4th Street Suite 717 Juneau, AK 99811

Description: The Alaska Department of Law, under the direction of the Attorney General, is by far the largest “law firm” in the state, with 108 attorneys in the Criminal Division. The Criminal Division is responsible for prosecuting most violations of state criminal laws and for providing legal services to criminal justice agencies.

Internship Description: An intern position with the Criminal Division offers an intensive clinical experience for students interested in developing courtrooms skills. Second year students are preferred. For the intern to appear in court and to qualify for a legal intern permit student must have completed at least one half of their course work for a law degree. Interns perform legal research, writing and courtroom work in felony and misdemeanor prosecutions, under the direction of experienced trial lawyers. Volunteer program features round trip air fare but no stipend.

Interns hired are: 1L Students 2L Students X

Intern Duties Include:

Legal Research: X Observing Court Proceedings: X Interviewing Witnesses: X Observing Plea Bargains: X Pre-Trial Motions: X Appellate Briefs: Correspondence: X Trial Practice: X Other:

Semesters Available Fall: X Spring: X Summer: X

Deadlines Fall: Rolling Spring: Rolling Summer: Rolling

Application Materials Resume: X Cover Letter: X Transcript: X Writing Sample: X


http://www.law.state.ak.us/

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Office of the Attorney General-California Department of Justice

Contact: Recruitment Unit Phone: 916-324-5039 Office of the Attorney General Fax: California Department of Justice Email: 1300 I Street Website: www.ag.ca.gov Sacramento, CA 95814 Description: The California Department of Justice provides legal services throughout California through their three legal division of Civil Law, Criminal Law and Public Rights. They employ over 1000 Deputy Attorneys General.

Internship Description: The Office of the Attorney General, Department of Justice offers employment to law students through a variety of methods. They hire students on a paid and unpaid basis, provide internships (i.e. externships, clinical), and enter into work-study contracts. Legal student opportunities exist in Fresno, Los Angeles, Oakland, Sacramento, San Diego and San Francisco. For more information about student openings visit their website at www.ag.ca.gov/carrers/students.htm.


Intern Duties Include: Legal Research: X Observing Court Proceedings: X Interviewing Witnesses: Observing Plea Bargains: Pre-trial Motions: Appellate Briefs: X Correspondence: Trial Practice: Other: Observe court of appeal and supreme court arguments.



Deadlines: Fall: Varies Spring: Varies Summer: Varies


Other Information:

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Office of the District Attorney-County of Santa Cruz

Contact: Joyce Angell Assistant District Attorney Phone: 831-454-2400 Office of the District Attorney-County of Santa Cruz Fax: 701 Ocean Street Email: Santa Cruz, CA 95060 Website: www.co.santa-cruz.ca.us Description: The District Attorney's office has about 30 attorneys and serves a desirable area featuring beaches and redwoods.

Internship Description: Law student interns do legal research, prepare pleadings and assist in trial preparation. If certified by the state bar, the student may appear in court.


Intern Duties Include: Legal Research: X Observing Court Proceedings: X Interviewing Witnesses: X Observing Plea Bargains: Pre-trial Motions: X Appellate Briefs: X Correspondence: Trial Practice: X Other: Participate in training for attorneys.



Deadlines: Fall: Spring Spring: Fall Summer: Winter

Application Materials: Resume: X Cover Letter: X Transcript: Writing Sample: X Other: Background check

Other Information:

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Office of the District Attorney-San Luis Obispo County

Contact: Lee Cunningham Deputy District Attorney Phone: 805-781-5800 Office of the District Attorney-San Luis Obispo County Fax: County Government Center Email: San Luis Obispo, CA 93408 Website: www.sloda.com Description: Prosecutors Office with approximately 30 attorneys plus support staff. The office has an economic crimes unit, investigators and a victim/witness unit

Internship Description: The office generally hires 1L or 2L law students for summer clerkship positions. Certified " law students may represent the people in court" under the supervision of a Deputy District Attorney.


Intern Duties Include: Legal Research: X Observing Court Proceedings: X Interviewing Witnesses: Observing Plea Bargains: X Pre-trial Motions: X Appellate Briefs: X Correspondence: Trial Practice: X Other:



Deadlines: Fall: Spring: Summer: March


Other Information:

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Riverside County District Attorney

Contact: Kelly Keenan Supervising Deputy District Attorney Phone: Riverside County District Attorney Fax: 4075 Main Street Email: Riverside, CA 92501 Website: www.rivcoda.org Description: The Riverside County District Attorney's Office is the 4th largest D.A.'s office in the state of California and the 15th largest D.A.'s office in the United States.

Internship Description: Internships are available to rising second and third year students during the academic year and summer on a volunteer basis. Interns respond to defense motions, perform legal research and writing, drat briefs, summarize investigative reports, complete discovery compliance and assist in trial preparation. Certified students my make routine court appearances, argue motions or conduct preliminary hearings/


Intern Duties Include: Legal Research: X Observing Court Proceedings: X Interviewing Witnesses: Observing Plea Bargains: Pre-trial Motions: X Appellate Briefs: X Correspondence: Trial Practice: X Other:



Deadlines: Fall: 15-Aug Spring: 15-Nov Summer: 15-Mar


Other Information:

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San Bernardino County District Attorney's Office

Contact: Lyvia Liu-Kaushal Deputy District Attorney Phone: 909-387-6535 San Bernardino County District Attorney's Office Fax: 315 Mountainview Email: San Bernardino, CA 92415 Website: www.sbcounty.gov/da Description: The San Bernardino County District Attorney's Office is a large office with approximately 240 attorneys and 14 office locations and various specialty u nits.

Internship Description: Internships with the office are unpaid, can accomodate flexible hours and are supervised by a senior deputy district attorney.


Intern Duties Include: Legal Research: X Observing Court Proceedings: X Interviewing Witnesses: X Observing Plea Bargains: Pre-trial Motions: X Appellate Briefs: X Correspondence: Trial Practice: X Other:



Deadlines: Fall: 6 weeks pr Spring: 6 weeks pr Summer: 6 weeks pr

Application Materials: Resume: X Cover Letter: X Transcript: Writing Sample: Other: Application on line

Other Information:

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San Diego County District Attorney's Office

Contact: Kim Allen Assistant to the Hiring Deputy Phone: 619-531-4016 San Diego County District Attorney's Office Fax: 330 West Broadway-Suite 1300 Email: San Diego, CA 92101 Website: www.sdcda.org/office/internship.php Description: The San Diego District Attorney's Office is located in beautiful San Diego and has over 300 Deputy District Aootrneys. They have been recognized for their ground breaking work in DNA evidence. Their office is on the cutting edge of prosecuting computer and high tech crime, as well as pursuing prosecution in the expanding field of Elder Abuse.

Internship Description: Interns are placed throughout the District Attorney's Office in different units. Each student is assigned to a supervising DDA but will receive work from all DDAs to which they are assigned. Students must rank inthe top half of their class and have completed Criminal Law, Civil Procedure and Evidence prior to the internship.


Intern Duties Include: Legal Research: X Observing Court Proceedings: X Interviewing Witnesses: X Observing Plea Bargains: X Pre-trial Motions: X Appellate Briefs: X Correspondence: X Trial Practice: X Other: Argue Motions



Deadlines: Fall: 15-Apr Spring: October Summer: 3-Mar

Application Materials: Resume: X Cover Letter: X Transcript: X Writing Sample: Other:

Other Information:

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San Francisco District Attorney's Office

Contact: Paul Henderson Chief of Administration Phone: 415-553-1845 San Francisco District Attorney's Office Fax: 850 Bryant Email: San Francisco, CA 94103 Website: www.sfdistrictattorney.org Description: The San Francisco District Attorney's office prosecutes all criminal violations in the city and county of San Francisco. It has approximately 110 assistant district attorneys and hires between 80 and 90 interns in the summer and 40-60 interns during the academic year.

Internship Description: Interns have the opportunity to learn about the criminal justice system first hand and work closely with prosecutors, investigators and law enforcement staff. Students are responsible for a wide variety of legal tasks within the office such as reviewing police reports, contacting and subpoenaing wit nesses, victims and police, assisting attorneys in court and with pre-trial conferences and hearings and researching and drafting court motions. Students should email their application materials to [email protected]


Intern Duties Include: Legal Research: X Observing Court Proceedings: X Interviewing Witnesses: Observing Plea Bargains: X Pre-trial Motions: X Appellate Briefs: Correspondence: Trial Practice: X Other: Trial preparation, training sessions



Deadlines: Fall: 15-Jun Spring: September 15 Summer: 31-Oct

Application Materials: Resume: X Cover Letter: X Transcript: Writing Sample: Other: email to [email protected]

Other Information:

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San Joaquin County District Attorney

Contact: Edward Busuttil Assistant District Attorney Phone: 209-468-2400 San Joaquin County District Attorney Fax: 222 E. Weber Avenue Email: Stockton, CA 95202 Website: http://sjgov.org/da/ Description: The District Attorney's office is responsible for handling all criminal matters in the county. It has a staff of 260 including 99 attorneys, 49 investigators and additional support staff.

Internship Description: Interns receive a well rounded exposure in all areas of the office including research and writing, jury trial support, witness interviews and crime scene investigation.


Intern Duties Include: Legal Research: X Observing Court Proceedings: X Interviewing Witnesses: X Observing Plea Bargains: X Pre-trial Motions: X Appellate Briefs: Correspondence: Trial Practice: Other: Jury Trial Support





Other Information:

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Santa Clara County District Attorney's Office

Contact: Cynthia A. Sevely Deputy District Attorney Phone: Santa Clara County District Attorney's Office Fax: 70 Hedding Street Email: San Jose, CA 95110 Website: www.sccgov.org/portal/site/da Description: The Santa Clara District Attorney's Office is a public prosecutor in an urban area (silicon valley). The office has approximately 190 attorneys.

Internship Description: Volunteer interns work at least 12 weeks, 20 hours per week during the academic year and full-time volunteer positions during the summer and post-bar


Intern Duties Include: Legal Research: X Observing Court Proceedings: X Interviewing Witnesses: Observing Plea Bargains: Pre-trial Motions: X Appellate Briefs: X Correspondence: X Trial Practice: X Other: supervised practice for bar certified law clerks.



Deadlines: Fall: March 2, 2012 Spring: Sept. 12,2011 Summer: Nov. 11,2011


Other Information:

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Stanislaus County District Attorney

Contact: Carol Shipley Assistant District Attorney Phone: 209-525-5550 Stanislaus County District Attorney Fax: PO Box 442 Email: Modesto, CA 95353 Website: www.standa.org Description: The District Attorney's Office consists of a staff of 124 employees with 39 Deputy District Attorneys. The prosecutors are assigned the the Felony, Misdemeanor, or Specialized Divisions.

Internship Description: While they offer no formal intern program interested law students are asked to submit a volunteer application with United Way, Volunteer Services. Applications are then forwarded to this office for review. The address for Volunteers Services is 422 Meltenry Avenue, Modesto, CA 95354


Intern Duties Include: Legal Research: X Observing Court Proceedings: X Interviewing Witnesses: Observing Plea Bargains: X Pre-trial Motions: Appellate Briefs: Correspondence: Trial Practice: Other:




Application Materials: Resume: X Cover Letter: Transcript: Writing Sample: Other: Apply through United Way Volunteer Service

Other Information:

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4th Judicial District Attorney's Office

Contact: Dianna May Chief Deputy District Attorney Phone: 719-520-6000 4th Judicial District Attorney's Office Fax: 105 Vermijo Avenue Email: Colorado Springs, CO 80903 Website: www.elpasoco.com Description: The 4th Judicial District Attorney's Office is the largest in Colorado and handles traffic, misdemeanor, juvenile and felony cases. It also has a civil litigation unit.

Internship Description: 2L and 3L students work under the Student Practice Act to handle cases in County Court. Paid and unpaid positions are also available for 1L students performing research in the appeals section.


Intern Duties Include: Legal Research: X Observing Court Proceedings: X Interviewing Witnesses: Observing Plea Bargains: X Pre-trial Motions: X Appellate Briefs: Correspondence: Trial Practice: X Other:



Deadlines: Fall: June Spring: November Summer: March


Other Information:

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District Attorney's Office-Eighth Judicial District

Contact: Ms. Jolee Hausman Volunteer Coordinator Phone: 970-498-72013 District Attorney's Office-Eighth Judicial District Fax: 201 La Porte Avenue Email: Fort Collins, CO 80521-2763 Suite 200 Website: www.co.larimer.co.uslda Description: The District Attorneys Office in Fort Collins consists of 27 attorneys prosecuting criminal case in a jurisdiction of approximately 300,000 people.

Internship Description: Generally interns work in the county court division assisting with prosecution of misdemeanor and traffic cases. Interns must have completed their second year, to be able to practice under the Student Practice Act.


Intern Duties Include: Legal Research: X Observing Court Proceedings: X Interviewing Witnesses: X Observing Plea Bargains: X Pre-trial Motions: X Appellate Briefs: X Correspondence: X Trial Practice: X Other:



Deadlines: Fall: June 15th Spring: October 15th Summer: February 15th


Other Information:

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Office of the Colorado Attorney General

Contact: Laura Morales Intern Program Coordinator Phone: 303-866-3065 Office of the Colorado Attonrey General Fax: 1525 Sherman Street Email: [email protected] Denver, CO 80203 7th Floor Website: www.attorneygeneral.gov Description: The Colorado Attorney General is the chief legal counsel and advisor to state government and has primary authority to act on behalf of the state in consumer protection and anti-trust matters, criminal appeals, and complex white collar crime matters, training in and certification of peace officers, and certain natural resources and environmental matters. The office also provides legal representation to all of state government including the governor, all of the departments of state government and the hundreds of state agencies, boards, and commissions.

Internship Description: For credit or voluntary summer interns are hired for eight to twelve weeks. Past interns have drafted legal memoranda and appellate briefs, interviewed witnesses, drafted legislation, attended depositions and client meetings, and if certified presented cases in administrative hearings. Unpaid, for credit or voluntary internships are available during the spring, summer and fall. See website for more information.

Interns hired are: 1L Students: X 2L Students: X 3L Students: X

Intern Duties Include: Legal Research: X Observing Court Proceedings: X Interviewing Witnesses: X Observing Plea Bargains: X Pre-trial Motions: X Appellate Briefs: X Correspondence: X Trial Practice: Other:




Application Materials: Resume: X Cover Letter: X Transcript: X Writing Sample: X (10 pages or less) Other: Due to the nature of the work, 1L students may not intern for Criminal Justice-Special/Prosecution, Natural Resources, or Civil litigation/Employment Law.

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Hartford State's Attorney Office

Contact: Edward Narus Senior Assistant State's Attorney Phone: 860-566-3190 Hartford State's Attorney Office Fax: 101 Lafayette Street Email: Hartford, CT 06106 Website: Description: Hartford State's Attorney Office is responsible for the criminal prosecution of the most serious crimes within the Hartford Judicial District in the t he State of Connecticut.

Internship Description: Interns volunteer and are usually placed with one attorney supervisor per intern. Interns maybe eligible under the Rules of Practice make court appearances on behalf of the state under attorney supervisors. They also assist generally with case trial preparation.


Intern Duties Include: Legal Research: X Observing Court Proceedings: X Interviewing Witnesses: X Observing Plea Bargains: X Pre-trial Motions: X Appellate Briefs: Correspondence: Trial Practice: X Other:



Deadlines: Fall: June Spring: November Summer: March


Other Information:

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U.S. Attorney's Office for the District of Delaware

Contact: Shawn Weede Assistant U.S. Attorney Phone: 302-573-6277 U.S. Attorney's Office for the District of Delaware Fax: 302-573-6220 Nemours Building N. Orange Street-Suite 700 Email: Wilmington, DE 19899-2046 Website: www.usdoj.gov/usao/de/ Description: The U.S. Attorney's Office represents the federal government in all civil and criminal matters in the district.

Internship Description: The Law Clerk Summer Program is designed to provide 2-3 law students with valuable legal experience and allow the attorneys in the office to benefit from their skills and insight. Law clerks are expected to provide assistance with legal research, document drafting, preparation of memoranda, review of hearing transcripts, witness interviews and case strategy decision making under the supervision of Assistant U.S. Attorneys. The office will consider applications for internships during the school year.







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U.S. Department of Justice

Contact: Legal Intern Coordinator Phone: 202-514-2000 U.S. Department of Justice Fax: 950 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW Email: Washington, DC 20530 Website: www.usdoj.gov/oarm Description: The US Department of Justice is the world's largest law firm. The Department's legal work is broad and varied and includes practices not available in private practice.

Internship Description: Over 1,800 legal interns are hired each year to work in one of the Department's intern program. The Volunteer legal intern program is designed for 1L students and is available year round. The Summer Law Intern Program is designed for 2L and 3L students and provides compensated positions.


Intern Duties Include: Legal Research: X Observing Court Proceedings: X Interviewing Witnesses: Observing Plea Bargains: Pre-trial Motions: Appellate Briefs: X Correspondence: Trial Practice: Other:

Stipend: X Stipend Amount:


Deadlines: Fall: July Spring: November Summer: November


Other Information:

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Miami-Dade State Attorney’s Office

Contact: Gunnar Stewart Recruitment Coordinator Phone: 305-547-0561 Miami-Dade State Attorney’s Office Fax: 1350 N.W. 12 Avenue Email: [email protected] Miami, FL 33136 Website: www.miamisao.com Description: The Miami-Dade State Attorney's Office prosecutes all criminal violations within its jurisdiction. It has a staff of over 300 attorneys.

Internship Description: Interns are assigned to an Assistant State Attorney. Duties vary and may include legal research, writing and assisting in all aspects of case preparation. Interns will also be able to observe pre-trial hearings and trials. Students who have completed their 2nd year and qualify for the Clinical Program will be certified to speak in court and will be able to handle misdemeanor or felony cases and trials under the supervision of an attorney. A minimum of 20 hours per week for 10 weeks is required. All positions are volunteer.





Deadlines: Fall: July Spring: November Summer: March

Application Materials: Resume: X Cover Letter: X Transcript: Writing Sample: Other: Application must be obtained from Recruitment Coordinator

Other Information:

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State Attorney-17th Judicial Circuit

Contact: Barbara Mitchell Assistant State Attorney for Training Phone: 954-831-6965 State Attonrey-17th Judicial Circuit Fax: 201 SE 6th Street-Suite 675 Email: Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33301 Website: www.sao17.state.fl.us Description: The State Attorney's Office for the 17th Judicial Circuit of Florida is headed by Michael Satz. The office serves all of Broward County. The State Attorney is charged with being the chief prosecutor of criminal trials court in the circuit.

Internship Description: The office accepts two types of interns: (1) Certified Legal Interns and (2) Law Clerks. (3) Volunteers. Law Clerks are assigned to all divisions in the office while CLI's are placed in either the County Court Division or the Juvenile Division.





Deadlines: Fall: Rolling Spring: Rolling Summer: Rolling

Application Materials: Resume: X Cover Letter: X Transcript: Writing Sample: Other: State of Florida Application

Other Information:

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Contact: Ryan Butler Attorney in Charge - Legal Affairs Phone: 772-462-1307 State Attorney's Office-19th Judicial Circuit Fax: 411 South 2nd Street Email: Fort Pierce, FL 34950 Website: Description: The State Attorney's Office includes 60 State Attorney's and has jurisdiction of cases in four Florida counties.

Internship Description: All intern positions are unpaid, volunteer positions. It is an informal program where students work directly with prosecutors.


Intern Duties Include: Legal Research: X Observing Court Proceedings: X Interviewing Witnesses: X Observing Plea Bargains: Pre-trial Motions: X Appellate Briefs: X Correspondence: Trial Practice: X Other:





Other Information: Intern certification by the Florida Supreme court preferred.

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State's Attorney Office-4th Judicial District

Contact: Mark Borello Chairman, Hiring Committee Phone: 904-630-1899 State's Attorney Office-4th Judicial District, Jacksonville, FL Fax: 220 East Bay Street Email: Jacksonville, FL 32202 Website: www.sao4th.com Description: The Office is responsible for prosecution of criminal cases in one of Florida's largest judicial districts.

Internship Description: Interns certified under Florida's third year practice rule are given a great deal of hands on experience.







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Augusta Judicial District Attorney's Office

Contact: Ashley Wright District Attorney Phone: 706-821-1135 Augusta Judicial District Attorney's Office Fax: 706-821-1237 735 James Brown Blvd., Suite 2400 Email: Augusta, GA 30901 Website: Description: The office serves three counties prosecuting all felonies and misdemeanors. It employs 20 assistant district attorneys, 5 investigator and other support staff.

Internship Description: Interns are assigned to work with a specific judge's trial team. They work on all types of criminal cases.





Deadlines: Fall: 6 wks prior Spring: 6 wks prior Summer: 16 weeks prior


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Fulton County District Attorney's Office

Contact: Bettieanne Hart Deputy District Attorney Phone: 404-730-4972 Fulton County District Attorney's Office Fax: 1050 Reunion PLSW Email: Atlanta, GA 30303 Website: www.atlanta.ga.gov Description: The Fulton County District Attorney's Office is composed of a staff of over 300 employees, including over 100 attorneys, charged with prosecuting felonies in Fulton County including Atlanta.

Internship Description: Students assist attorneys with trial preparation and are given assignments which expose them to a wide range of professional functions.


Intern Duties Include: Legal Research: X Observing Court Proceedings: X Interviewing Witnesses: X Observing Plea Bargains: X Pre-trial Motions: X Appellate Briefs: Correspondence: Trial Practice: Other:

Stipend: X Stipend Amount: $3500 summer only


Deadlines: Fall: July 1 Spring: November 1 Summer: February 1

Application Materials: Resume: X Cover Letter: X Transcript: Writing Sample: Other: Application

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Georgia Department of Law

Contact: Michael Hobbs Deputy Attorney General Phone: 404-656-2218 Georgia Department of Law Fax: 40 Capital Square Email: Atlanta, GA 30334-1300 Website: www.gaent.org/ago/ Description: The Office provides legal representation to all agencies of state government, The Special Prosecutions Unit prosecutes a variety of crimes usually involving state government.

Internship Description: The office hires rising third year law students for summer clerk positions.



Stipend: X Stipend Amount: $1000.00 semi-mo


Deadlines: Fall: Spring: Summer: October


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U.S. Attorney's Office-District of Hawaii

Contact: Amity Lowe Human Resources Assistant Phone: 808-541-2850 U.S. Attorney's Office-District of Hawaii Fax: 808-541-2958 300 Ala Moana Boulevard Room 6-100 Email: Honolulu, HI 96850-6100 Website: Description: The U.S. Attorney's Office, District of Hawaii is responsible of all federal crimes in Hawaii. The office also represents the United States and its departments and agencies in civil proceeding filed in U.S. Direct and Magistrate Court.

Internship Description: The U.S. Department of Justice, District of Hawaii internship program is an effort to provide second year law students with an opportunity to assist in the prosecution and defense of both criminal and civil case in Federal, Magistrate and Appellate Courts. Interns can expect to research legal issues prepare motions, assemble exhibits for trial, and observe hearings and trials. Interns are required to work at least 11 weeks each summer. A background check is required. Due to budget restraints, work-study positions are not available.


Intern Duties Include: Legal Research: X Observing Court Proceedings: X Interviewing Witnesses: Observing Plea Bargains: Pre-trial Motions: Appellate Briefs: Correspondence: X Trial Practice: Other:



Deadlines: Fall: Spring: Summer: Fall


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Cook County State's Attorney's Office

Contact: Basheera James-Stevenson Assistant State's Attorney/Clerkship Coordinator Phone: 312-603-1880 Cook County State's Attorney's Office Fax: 69 West Washington Email: Chicago, IL 60602 Suite 3200 Website: www.statesattorney.org Description: The Cook County State's Attorney's Office is the second largest prosecutor's office in the United States with more than 900 lawyers. The office has six legal bureaus including Criminal, Special Prosecutions, Narcotics, Juvenile Justice, Public Interest and Civil Actions.

Internship Description: This office offers a volunteer law clerk program on a fall, spring and summer semester basis. This program may also be used for class credit through the law school clinical program. Students are placed in many branches through out Cook County.


Intern Duties Include: Legal Research: X Observing Court Proceedings: X Interviewing Witnesses: Observing Plea Bargains: Pre-trial Motions: X Appellate Briefs: X Correspondence: X Trial Practice: X Other:



Deadlines: Fall: August 1 Spring: December 1 Summer: April 15

Application Materials: Resume: X Cover Letter: X Transcript: X Writing Sample: X Other: Application on line, Signed release form

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Rock Island State's Attorney's Office

Contact: Jeff Terronez State's Attorney Phone: 309-558-3250 Rock Island State's Attorney's Office Fax: 210 15th Street Email: Rock Island, IL 61201 Website: www.rockislandcounty.org Description: County prosecutor's office which prosecutes criminal violations and provides legal services to county government.

Internship Description: First and second year law students are accepted as interns where they observe and participate in the day to day operations of the office. Students certified under Illinois Supreme Court Rules can try cases under supervision.


Intern Duties Include: Legal Research: X Observing Court Proceedings: X Interviewing Witnesses: X Observing Plea Bargains: X Pre-trial Motions: Appellate Briefs: Correspondence: Trial Practice: X Other:



Deadlines: Fall: Spring Spring: Fall Summer: Spring


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U.S. Attorney's Office-Northern District of Illinois

Contact: Stephen Dolleer Assistant U.S. Attorney-Internship Coordinator Phone: 316-353-5300 U.S. Attorney's Office-Northern District of Illinois Fax: 219 S. Dearborn Email: Chicago, IL 60604 5th Floor Website: Description: The U.S. Attorney's Office is the serves as the principal litigator for its judicial district and is responsible for coordinating agency investigations within the district. The office prosecutes violations of federal criminal statutes , defends the government in civil actions, and seeks enforcement of civil penalties and fines. The office employs 150 prosecutors.

Internship Description: Working with AUSAs student interns research and assist in trial preparation.. Interns also write and argue briefs and appeals. Students are also exposed to federal law enforcement officers and agents.


Intern Duties Include: Legal Research: X Observing Court Proceedings: X Interviewing Witnesses: X Observing Plea Bargains: X Pre-trial Motions: X Appellate Briefs: X Correspondence: Trial Practice: X Other:



Deadlines: Fall: April 16 Spring: September 14 Summer: December 14

Application Materials: Resume: X Cover Letter: X Transcript: X Writing Sample: X Other: 3 letters of reference, application form

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Allen County Prosecuting Attorney

Contact: Susan Tate Chief Deputy, Operations Phone: 260-449-7385 Allen County Prosecuting Attorney Fax: 602 South Calhoun Email: Fort Wayne, IN 46802 Website: www.allencountypresecuter.com Description: The Allen County Prosecutor's Office is the largest law firm in the Fort Wayne metro area. It employs approximately 120 attorney and support staff.

Internship Description: Certified legal Interns assist with trial preparation and accompany and assist with jury trials. They also may draft and file documents in misdemeanor and felony cases and assist in child support court. Students should have completed their second year coursework and have taken professional ethics prior to the internship.


Intern Duties Include: Legal Research: X Observing Court Proceedings: X Interviewing Witnesses: Observing Plea Bargains: Pre-trial Motions: X Appellate Briefs: Correspondence: X Trial Practice: X Other:





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Hancock County Prosecuting Attorney's Office

Contact: Michael Griffin Prosecuting Attorney Phone: 317-477-1139 Hancock County Prosecuting Attorney's Office Fax: 317-477-1180 27 American Legion Place Email: Greenfield, IN 46140 Website: www.hancockcoingov.org/prosecutor Description: Attorneys in the office represent the State of Indiana in all criminal, infraction, child support and juvenile matters.

Internship Description: Interns perform legal research, draft briefs and motions, interview witnesses and victims, and assist in trial preparation. Certified 2L students may appear in court. The office prefers certified students.



Stipend: X Stipend Amount: Varies




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Polk County Attorney

Contact: Steve Fositano Assistant Polk County Attorney Phone: 515-286-3737 Polk County Attorney Fax: 206 6th Avenue Email: Des Moines, IA 50309 Website: Description: Prosecutors office for the state's largest county including the city of Des Moines. It handles all criminal matters from initial charges through sentencing.

Internship Description: Law clerks perform legal work under the supervision of assistant county attorneys.





Deadlines: Fall: Spring: Summer:


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Commonwealth Attorney's Office

Contact: Harry Rothgerber First Assistant Commonwealth Attorney Phone: 502-595-2340 Commonwealth Attorney's Office Fax: 514 W. Liberty Street Email: Louisville, KY 40202 Website: www.louisvilleprosecutor.com Description: The largest felony prosecution office in the State of Kentucky. It has 48 attorneys who prosecute only felonies.

Internship Description: School year internships are available only to students attending in state law schools. During the summer the program is open to all law schools.





Deadlines: Fall: July Spring: December Summer: March


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Commonwealth’s Attorney-Fayette County

Contact: Ray Larsen Commonwealth's Attorney-Fayette County Phone: 859-254-4941 116 N. Upper Street-Suite 300 Fax: Lexington, KY 40507-1330 Email: Website: Description: This Office has jurisdiction and handles prosecutions of all criminal charges in Fayette District Court.

Internship Description: The Fayette Commonwealth's Attorney Summer Internship Program gives law students invaluable insight into the workings of the criminal justice system. Interns work closely with prosecutors on all stages of felony prosecution including performing research, drafting motions, responses and indictments, collecting evidence and assisting during trials. Interns also participate in workshops and tours during the course of the internship.


Intern Duties Include: Legal Research: X Observing Court Proceedings: X Interviewing Witnesses: X Observing Plea Bargains: Pre-trial Motions: X Appellate Briefs: Correspondence: Trial Practice: Other:



Deadlines: Fall: Spring: Summer: February


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Cumberland County District Attorney's Office

Contact: Jennifer Norbert Assistant District Attorney Phone: 207-771-8384 Cumberland County District Attorney's Office Fax: 142 Federal Street Email: Portland, ME 04123 Website: www.cumberlandcounty.org/da/ Description: District Attorney's Office with its main office in Portland and satellite offices in Bath and Bridgeton, Maine. It has three divisions - Misdemeanor, Felony, Domestic Violence and Juvenile. The office handles over 23,000 cases a year.

Internship Description: The office hires six interns each year who work the summer following their 2L year and 15 hours per week through the fall and spring.



Stipend: X Stipend Amount: $10.00 hour


Deadlines: Fall: Spring: Summer: October

Application Materials: Resume: X Cover Letter: X Transcript: Writing Sample: Other: Application

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State's Attorney's Office-Baltimore City

Contact: Michelle M. Martin Chief of Operations Phone: 443-984-2992 State's Attorney's Office for Baltimore City Fax: 210 Mitchell Courthouse, 110 N. Calvert Street Email: Baltimore, MD 21202 Website: Description: THe Baltimore City State's Attorney's Office prosecutes all criminal offenses alleged to have occurred in the city of Baltimore.

Internship Description: Interns are accepted year round. the interns are assigned to work in a specific division. Interns must undergo a background check and drug test; before their employment can begin. All internships are unpaid but may be done for school credit.


Intern Duties Include: Legal Research: X Observing Court Proceedings: X Interviewing Witnesses: X Observing Plea Bargains: X Pre-trial Motions: X Appellate Briefs: Correspondence: Trial Practice: Other: Assisting with trial preparation



Deadlines: Fall: July 15 Spring: November 15 Summer: March


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Wicomico County State's Attorney's Office

Contact: Sampson Vincent Deputy State's Attorney Phone: 410-548-4880 Wicomico County State's Attorney's Office Fax: P.O. Box 1006 Email: Salisbury, MD 21803-1006 Website: Description: This office is responsible of all criminal cases in Wicomico County. The office consists of 12 full time attorneys, one part time attorney, 2 victim witness coordinators, one investigator, one paralegal, one diversionary program director and 5 administrative staff.

Internship Description: While this office does not have a formal intern program they have had interns who work for credit during the summer months. There is no money budgeted for payment.


Intern Duties Include: Legal Research: X Observing Court Proceedings: X Interviewing Witnesses: Observing Plea Bargains: Pre-trial Motions: X Appellate Briefs: Correspondence: X Trial Practice: Other:



Deadlines: Fall: Spring: Summer: Spring


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Berkshire District Attorney's Office

Contact: Joseph Pieropan Assistant District Attorney Phone: Berkshire District Attorney's Office Fax: PO Box 1969, 7 North Street Email: Pittsfield, MA 01202 Website: Description: The Berkshire District Attorney's Office represents the Commonwealth of Massachusetts in all criminal prosecutions in Berkshire County. The office staffs 16 full time prosecutors.

Internship Description: Interns are placed primarily in the Appellate Division, where law students can benefit a variety of procedures during the internship period. Typically the division accepts two interns for the summer. The main focus of the internship is legal research and writing. Interns work completing appellate briefs for submission to the Appeals Court.


Intern Duties Include: Legal Research: X Observing Court Proceedings: X Interviewing Witnesses: Observing Plea Bargains: Pre-trial Motions: Appellate Briefs: X Correspondence: Trial Practice: Other:





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Essex County District Attorney's Office

Contact: Karen Dawley Administrative Assistant Phone: 978-745-6610 Essex County District Attorney's Office Fax: 10 Federal Street Email: Salem, MA 01970 Website: www.mass.gov/essexda/ Description: The Essex County District Attorney's handles all criminal matters occurring in the county. These include appeals and other post-conviction matters as well as trials, pleas and sentencing.

Internship Description: The Essex County District Attorney's Office offers unpaid internships for law students in the Appeals Division and in District Court.





Deadlines: Fall: September, 3rd Friday Spring: January, 1st Friday Summer: February, 2nd Friday

Application Materials: Resume: X Cover Letter: X Transcript: X Writing Sample: X Other: Application found on our website.

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Genesee County Prosecuting Attorney's Office

Contact: Randall Petrides Chief Assistant Prosecuting Attorney Phone: 810-257-3213 Genesee County Prosecuting Attorney's Office Fax: 900 S. Saginaw Street Email: Flint, MI 48502 Website: Description: Prosecutor’s office with county wide jurisdiction employing 37 attorneys.

Internship Description: Summer interns are hired through the Prosecutor's Association of Michigan which places students throughout the state.


Intern Duties Include: Legal Research: X Observing Court Proceedings: X Interviewing Witnesses: X Observing Plea Bargains: X Pre-trial Motions: X Appellate Briefs: X Correspondence: Trial Practice: X Other: Conduct court proceedings

Stipend: X Stipend Amount: $4,700 summer




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Kent County Prosecutor's Office

Contact: Chris Becker Chief Assistant Phone: 616-632-6710 Kent County Prosecutor's Office Fax: 616-632-6714 82 Ionia NW-Suite 450 Email: chris.beckerkentcountymi.gov Grand Rapids, MI 49503 Website: Description: The office consist of 32 Assistant Prosecuting Attorneys and 42 support staff. The office handles all types of criminal proceedings; including domestic violence, juvenile crime and general criminal prosecution.

Internship Description: These programs are open to any law student throughout the year. The office coordinates with law schools so that students may earn academic credit.


Intern Duties Include: Legal Research: X Observing/participate in Court Proceedings: X Interviewing Witnesses: X Conduct/Observe Plea Bargains: X Pre-trial Motions: X Appellate Briefs: Correspondence: Trial Practice: X Other:

Stipend: None Stipend Amount: 0


Deadlines: Fall: August 1 Spring: Jan 15 Summer: April 15


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Prosecuting Attorneys Association of Michigan

Contact: Kim Eddie Assistant Director Phone: 517-334-6060 Prosecuting Attorneys Association of Michigan Fax: 110 W. Ottawa Email: Lansing, MI 48933 Website: Description: The Prosecuting Attorneys Association is a professional association of prosecutors in the state of Michigan.

Internship Description: Each year the Prosecuting Attorney's Association sponsors a summer internship program for second year law students. In this program approximately 20 students are placed in prosecutor's offices throughout the state and receive a $5,000 stipend.



Stipend: X Stipend Amount: $5,000




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U.S. Attorney's Office-Western District of Michigan

Contact: Ellie Drumm, HR Specialist Phone: 616-456-2404 U.S. Attorney's Office-Western District of Michigan Fax: PO Box 208 Email: [email protected] Grand Rapids, MI 49506-0208 Website: www.usdoj.gov/usao/miw Description: The U.S. Attorney's Office is charged with the primary responsibility for prosecuting all federal crimes. The office works in a variety of areas including political corruption, healthcare fraud, terrorism, white collar crimes, public protection and appeals. The Civil Division is charged with defending agencies of the government and enforcing regulatory agencies authority.

Internship Description: Interns prepare legal memoranda and briefs under the supervision and guidance of AUSAs in conjunction with pending cases. Interns will receive both criminal and civil assignments depending on interest and office needs. Interns who have completed their second year of law school may appear in court under the supervision of an AUSA. The office also hosts informative lunch sessions for interns.


Intern Duties Include: Legal Research: X Observing Court Proceedings: X Interviewing Witnesses: Observing Plea Bargains: Pre-trial Motions: Appellate Briefs: X Correspondence: Trial Practice: X Other:



Deadlines: Fall: Spring: Summer: January 15


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United States Attorney's Office-Eastern District of Michigan

Contact: Rasheda Devaney Human Resources Specialist Phone: 313-226-9530 United States Attorney's Office-Eastern District of MI Fax: 211 West Fort Street, Suite 2001 Email: Detroit, MI 48226 Website: www.usdoj.gov/usao/mie/ Description: As part of the Department of Justice, the United States Attorney's Office has jurisdiction and responsibility in a broad range of areas, all of which involve representing the legal interests of the federal government in a court of law. This office is staffed with over 90 criminal and civil Assistant United States Attorneys. The Eastern District of Michigan consists of 34 counties in the eastern half of Michigan's lower peninsula, where more than two thirds of the State's population resides. The main office is in Detroit with branches in Flint and Bay City.

Internship Description: Participating students are provided broad exposure to a full range of cases handled by the office, including criminal and civil litigation. Work assignments involve all facets of case preparation including: researching legal issues, drafting motions response and various pleadings, providing trial support, interviewing witnesses and assembling exhibits for trial. Interns are afforded the opportunity to attend trials, hearings, attorney conferences, meetings and other legal proceedings.





Deadlines: Fall: May Spring: October 1 Summer: February 1

Application Materials: Resume: X Cover Letter: X Transcript: X Writing Sample: X Other: Dates available

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Wayne County Prosecutors Office

Contact: Nicole Scott Assistant to the Director of Recruitment Phone: 313-224-5780 Wayne County Prosecutors Office Fax: 1441 St. Antoine-Room 1220 Email: Detroit, MI 48226 Website: ww.waynecounty.com/prosecutor Description: The Wayne County Prosecutor's Office is the largest prosecutor's office in the State of Michigan and one of the largest offices in the country.

Internship Description: Rising 2L and 3L law students are accepted to work in all phases of criminal prosecution.





Deadlines: Fall: August Spring: December Summer: March

Application Materials: Resume: X Cover Letter: x Transcript: Writing Sample: Other:

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Hennepin County Attorney's Office

Contact: Jackie Johnson Human Resources Coordinator Phone: 612-348-4648 Hennepin County Attorney's Office Fax: C-2000 Government Cente, 300 South 6th Street Email: Minneapolis, MN 55487 Website: www.hennepinattorney.org Description: The Hennepin County Attorney's Office is one of the Upper Midwest's premier public law firms with the largest criminal practice in Minnesota. The attorneys in the office come from a variety of backgrounds and bring a high level of diverse experience to the practices. For more information about the office see their website at www.hennepinattorney.org

Internship Description: Each year the office sponsors compensated summer and academic year law clerk programs that offer hands on, challenging work experience to students from local schools. Second and third year students are eligible to apply for the program. Applicants should be in the top half of their class. In addition to research and writing, students have the opportunity to work in-depth with prosecutors on specific cases, to interview witnesses and appear in court. Clerks are assigned to one or more of six divisions.


Intern Duties Include: Legal Research: X Observing Court Proceedings: X Interviewing Witnesses: X Observing Plea Bargains: X Pre-trial Motions: X Appellate Briefs: Correspondence: X Trial Practice: X Other: Examining evidence, assisting investigators

Stipend: X Stipend Amount: $13.28/hour


Deadlines: Fall: Rolling Spring: Rolling Summer: Rolling

Application Materials: Resume: X Cover Letter: X Transcript: X Writing Sample: X Other: List of 2-3 references

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United States Attorney's Office - MN

Contact: Tracey Perzel Law Clerk Coordinator Phone: 612-664-5600 United States Attorney's Office Fax: 300 South 4th Street Suite 600 Email: Minneapolis, MN 55410 Website: Description: Staffed with approximately 100 employees, the District of Minnesota United States Attorney's Office , which is located in Minneapolis is divided into three divisions: Criminal, Civil, and Community Relations.

Internship Description: The Volunteer positions provide a unique opportunity to assist in representing the United States in criminal and civil matters before the United States District Court for the District of Minnesota and the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Eighth Circuit. Law Clerks perform legal research and writing on civil and criminal matters, draft trial and appellate briefs, draft motions and supporting memoranda, draft responses to motions, and assist Assistant U.S. Attorneys in preparing for trials, hearings, and oral arguments. 2L and 3L students are also accepted during the academic year.


Intern Duties Include: Legal Research: X Observing Court Proceedings: X Interviewing Witnesses: Observing Plea Bargains: X Pre-trial Motions: X Appellate Briefs: X Correspondence: Trial Practice: Other: Observing depositions and motions hearings



Deadlines: Fall: May Spring: September Summer: November

Application Materials: Resume: X Cover Letter: X Transcript: X Writing Sample: X Other: 2 reference letters

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Winona County Attorney's Office

Contact: Legal Intern Coordinator Phone: 507-457-6310 Winona County Attorney's Office Fax: 171 West Third Street Email: Winona, MN 55987 Website: Description: Small prosecutors office with six attorneys and 7 support staff.

Internship Description: The office hires up to two interns per semester to work directly with attorneys.


Intern Duties Include: Legal Research: X Observing Court Proceedings: X Interviewing Witnesses: Observing Plea Bargains: Pre-trial Motions: X Appellate Briefs: Correspondence: X Trial Practice: Other:

Stipend: X Stipend Amount: $1000 term




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District Attorney's Office-7th Circuit District

Contact: Winston Thompson Senior Assistant District Attorney Phone: 601-968-6568 District Attorney's Office-7th Circuit District Fax: P.O. Box 22747 Email: Jackson, MS 39225-2747 Website: Description: The District Attorney's office employs 12 full time assistants, plus the District Attorney. This office prosecutes all felony crimes in the 7th Circuit Court District. The office is the largest in the state.

Internship Description: They prefer 3rd year law students who are sworn in under the Mississippi Limited Practice Act.

Interns hired are: 1L Students: 2L Students:

Intern Duties Include: Legal Research: X Observing Court Proceedings: X Interviewing Witnesses: X Observing Plea Bargains: X Pre-trial Motions: X Appellate Briefs: Correspondence: Trial Practice: X Other: Preliminary Hearings & Revocation Proceedings, Working with the Grand Jury.



Deadlines: Fall: August 15 Spring: December 15 Summer: March 30


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Mississippi Attorney General's Office

Contact: Martin Millette Special Assistant Attorney General Phone: 601-359-3680 Mississippi Attorney General's Office Fax: PO Box 220 Email: Jackson, MS 39205 Website: www.ago.state.ms.us Description: The Mississippi Attorney General's Office is the chief legal officer for the state.

Internship Description: Interns are assigned to a division within the office (criminal, opinions, litigation, etc.) and to an attorney within that division. Most positions are available in the summer.


Intern Duties Include: Legal Research: X Observing Court Proceedings: X Interviewing Witnesses: Observing Plea Bargains: Pre-trial Motions: X Appellate Briefs: X Correspondence: X Trial Practice: Other: Drafting of Documents



Deadlines: Fall: July Spring: November Summer: March


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Jackson County Prosecutor's Office

Contact: Janette Rodecap 415 East 12th Street, 11th Floor Phone: 816-881-3555 Jackson County Prosecutor Email: Kansas City, MO 64106 Website: Description: The Jackson County Prosecuting Attorney has the responsibility of prosecuting all violations of Missouri Law within the county. The Prosecutor's Office currently employs approximately 203 assistant prosecutors, support staff and administration. It is divided into an administrative staff, a trial division, warrant desks, victim services unit, family support unit, delinquent tax unit and bad check prosecution unit.

Internship Description: One year unpaid internships are offered for 3rd year law students. Volunteers that are sometimes first or second year law students are utilized when available. Students must be Rule 13 certified for the year long internship. The year long program runs from August to early May of the following year. Summer interns are unpaid. Volunteer interns are accepted on a semester basis. The University of Missouri-Kansas City offers an intern clinic where interns may earn academic credit.


Intern Duties Include: Legal Research: X Observing Court Proceedings: X Interviewing Witnesses: X Observing Plea Bargains: X Pre-trial Motions: X Appellate Briefs: Correspondence: Trial Practice: X Other: May be allowed to 2nd chair at times

Stipend: None Stipend Amount:




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Office of Prosecuting Attorney-St. Louis County

Contact: John Duepner, Jr. Phone: 314-615-4750 Office of Prosecuting Attorney-St. Louis County Fax: 314-615-1736 100 South Central Website: Clayton, MO 63105 Description: This office prosecutes all misdemeanors and felonies committed within St. Louis County, State of Missouri.

Internship Description: Students certified under Rule 13 of the Missouri Supreme Court Rules are allowed to make Court appearances. Others are assigned administrative and legal research duties.

Interns hired are: 1L Students: X 2L Students: X 3L Students: X U.G. Students: X

Intern Duties Include: Legal Research: X Observing Court Proceedings: X Interviewing Witnesses: X Observing Plea Bargains: X Pre-trial Motions: X Appellate Briefs: Correspondence: Trial Practice: X Other: Preliminary Hearings

Stipend: None Stipend Amount: N/A




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United States Attorney's Office-Eastern District of Missouri

Contact: David Rosen United States Attorney Phone: 814-534-2200 United States Attorney's Office-Eastern District of MO Fax: 111 South 10th Street Email: St. Louis, MO 63102 Website: www.udoj.gov/usao/moe/ Description: The office of the United States Attorney for the Eastern District of Missouri is responsible for federal law enforcement in the eastern half of the state. The main office is located in St. Louis with approximately sixty full and part-time lawyers in both the Civil and Criminal Divisions. There is a staffed branch office in Cape Girardeau.

Internship Description: This office accepts about fifteen volunteer interns each summer. The Cape Girardeau office normally takes one or two volunteer summer interns. The summer program begins in late May and continues until the start of school. Volunteers must commit to working at least 24 hours per week.


Intern Duties Include: Legal Research: X Observing Court Proceedings: X Interviewing Witnesses: Observing Plea Bargains: X Pre-trial Motions: Appellate Briefs: Correspondence: Trial Practice: X Other:



Deadlines: Fall: Spring: Summer: 1-Feb


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United States Attorney's Office-District of Montana

Contact: Bill Mercer U.S. Attorney Phone: 406-247-4638 United States Attorney's Office-District of Montana Fax: 2929 Third Avenue North Suite 400 Email: Billings, MT 59101 Website: Description: Legal representation of the United States in the District of Montana. Criminal prosecution and civil litigation.

Internship Description: Law student work with the U.S. Attorney and Assistant U.S. Attorneys on projects related to on going litigation and appeals or issues of significance in prospective litigation.







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Yellowstone County Attorney's Office

Contact: Scott Twito County Attorney Phone: 406-256-2870 Yellowstone County Attorney's Office Fax: PO Box 35025 Email: [email protected] Billings, MT 59107-5025 Website: Description: County Attorney's Office with responsibility for prosecution of all misdemeanor and felony cases as well as representation of the county in civil matters.

Internship Description: First year students work in the civil division performing legal research. Second year students work in the criminal division prosecuting misdemeanor cases.


Intern Duties Include: Legal Research: X Observing Court Proceedings: X Interviewing Witnesses: Observing Plea Bargains: X Pre-trial Motions: X Appellate Briefs: Correspondence: X Trial Practice: X Other:

Stipend: X Stipend Amount: $16/hour $18/hour

Semesters Available: Fall: 9/15/11 (2nd year) Spring: 1/31/12 (for 1st year) Summer: X



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United States Attorney's Office-District of Nevada

Contact: Darlene Beltran Personnel Specialist Phone: 702-388-6336 United States Attorney's Office-District of Nevada Fax: 702-388-6735 333 Las Vegas Boulevard South Suite 5000 Email: Las Vegas, NV 89101 Website: Description: The United States Attorney's Office for the District of Nevada is a medium sized office comprised of 45 attorneys assigned to either the Criminal or Civil divisions. Civil cases include employment discrimination, forfeiture, torts and social security. Criminal cases include drug violations, weapons charges, bank fraud and other federal offenses.

Internship Description: The U.S. Attorney's Office is interested in second year law students who are eager to learn the many facets of Federal Criminal Prosecution and Federal Civil Practice. Students are given research and writing assignments in both criminal and civil matters and are encouraged to attend court under the supervision of attorneys and participate in trials, motion hearings, detention hearings, and other proceedings.





Deadlines: Fall: 12 wks prior Spring: 12 wks prior Summer: 12 wks prior

Application Materials: Resume: X Cover Letter: X Transcript: X Writing Sample: X Other: Students must also pass a background check.

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Hillsborough County Attorney's Office

Contact: Marguerite Wageling County Attorney Phone: 603-627-5605 Hillsborough County Attorney's Office Fax: 300 Chestnut Street Email: Manchester, NH 03101 Website: hillsborough.county.nh.org Description: The Hillsborough County Attorney's Office is the prosecutor's office and is involved the prosecution of all felony cases. It has 21 prosecutors on staff.

Internship Description: Interns are responsible for drafting responses to motions, objections, habeas corpus petitions, memorandum of law and responses to various legal issues that arise. Interns also view court proceedings.





Deadlines: Fall: October Spring: December Summer: March


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New Hampshire Attorney General's Office

Contact: M. Kristin Spath Chief of Staff, Associate Attorney General Phone: 603-271-4900 New Hampshire Attorney General's Office Fax: 33 Capitol Street Email: Concord, NH 03301 Website: www.state.nh.us Description: The Attorney General's Office is the top law enforcement agency in the State of New Hampshire. They is responsible for prosecution of all major crimes, also acting as Legal Counsel for all state agencies.

Internship Description: The Office relies heavily on interns and generally hires 10-20 per semester.


Intern Duties Include: Legal Research: X Observing Court Proceedings: X Interviewing Witnesses: Observing Plea Bargains: X Pre-trial Motions: X Appellate Briefs: X Correspondence: X Trial Practice: Other:



Deadlines: Fall: August 1 Spring: November 10 Summer: January 1


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United States Attorney's Office - NH

Contact: Carol Fortin Human Resources Specialist Phone: 603-230-2544 United States Attorney's Office Fax: 603-225-1577 53 Pleasant Street Suite 352 Email: Concord, NH 03301 Website: usdoj.gov Description: The United States Attorney's Office handles all litigation, criminal and civil, for the federal judicial district of New Hampshire. This Office regularly hires interns/law clerks to assist in their government practice for credit or as volunteers. Ideally, they would like to have have 1-2 interns per semester.

Internship Description: First and Second and Third year law students with completed course work in criminal law, civil and criminal procedure, and evidence are preferred, also students with excellent academic credentials are considered for internships. Law interns are primarily assigned to research various legal issues and to prepare written memoranda. Occasionally, law interns are assigned to assist Assistant United States Attorneys in trial preparation.


Intern Duties Include: Legal Research: X Observing Court Proceedings: X Interviewing Witnesses: Observing Plea Bargains: X Pre-trial Motions: X Appellate Briefs: X Correspondence: Trial Practice: Other:



Deadlines: Fall: May 1 Spring: October 1 Summer: Febuary 1


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Camden County Prosecutor's Office

Contact: Cheryl Hendler Cohen Assistant Prosecutor Phone: 856-225-8400 Camden County Prosecutor's Office Fax: 25 N. 5th Street Email: Camden, NJ 08102 Website: www.camdencounty.com/government/offices/prosecutor Description: The office of the Camden County Prosecutor is one of the largest in the state employing approximately 65 attorneys, 115 investigator and 75 support personal.

Internship Description: The Office provides unpaid opportunities for law students. Interns receive supportive and knowledgable supervision with the opportunity for interaction with judges, attorneys, investigators and the opportunity for practical hand on research and writing experience.






Application Materials: Resume: X Cover Letter: X Transcript: Writing Sample: X Other: References

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Mercer County Prosecutors Office

Contact: Angelo Onofri Assistant Prosecutor Phone: 609-989-6305 Mercer County Prosecutors Office Fax: P.O. Box 8068 Email: [email protected] Trenton, NJ 08650 Website: www.mercerpros-nj.com Description: The Mercer County Prosecutor's Office consisting of 42 attorneys, 65 detectives and agents and an administrative support staff has primary prosecution authority of indictable criminal offenses committed within Mercer County. The MCPO handles thousands of criminal matters each year, from death-penalty murder to appeals from municipal court proceeding convictions, and related matters including civil forfeitures and Megan's Law (sex offender notification) proceedings.

Internship Description: First year students are accepted on a volunteer basis where interns research and write appellate briefs, motions, municipal appeals, and memos. Second and third year students perform research and writing plus appear in court (grand jury, bail hearings, arraignments, sentencing, motions, municipal appeals and juvenile, including juvenile trials).


Intern Duties Include: Legal Research: X Observing Court Proceedings: X Interviewing Witnesses: X Observing Plea Bargains: X Pre-trial Motions: X Appellate Briefs: X Correspondence: Trial Practice: X Other: Grand Jury, Bail Hearings, Arraignments, Sentencing

Stipend: X Stipend Amount: $15/hour


Deadlines: Fall: June 1 Spring: November 1 Summer: March 1

Application Materials: Resume: X Cover Letter: X Transcript: Writing Sample: X Other: Personal interview, background check

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New Jersey Attorney General-Division of Criminal Justice

Contact: Philip Aronow, Deputy Attorney General Chief, Training Bureau Phone: 609-530-3401 New Jersey Department of Law and Public Safety Fax: 609-530-1398 25 Market Street-PO Box 085 Email: [email protected] Trenton, NJ 08625-0085 Website: www.nj.gov/oag/dcj/ Description: The Attorney General is the Chief Law Enforcement Officer of the State. The Division of Criminal Justice provides a variety of functions pertaining to the administration of criminal justice.

Internship Description: Interns should be between their second and third year in law school and be in the top half of their class. Interns perform research and writing, trial preparation assignments under the supervision of a staff attorney. Internships are offered in the summer only.


Intern Duties Include: Legal Research: X Observing Court Proceedings: X Interviewing Witnesses: Observing Plea Bargains: Pre-trial Motions: Appellate Briefs: X Correspondence: X Trial Practice: Other: Appellate Observation, lecture series



Deadlines: Fall: Spring: Summer: February


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Passaic County Prosecutor's Office

Contact: Joanne Kaminski Deputy First Assistant Prosecutor Phone: 972-881-4800 Passaic County Prosecutor's Office Fax: 401 Grand Street 7th Floor Email: [email protected] Paterson, NJ 07505 Website: Description: The office is responsible for prosecutions of all crimes in a large urban New Jersey County.

Internship Description: Interns observe trials and perform research assigned by specialized unit chiefs.


Intern Duties Include: Legal Research: X Observing Court Proceedings: X Interviewing Witnesses: Observing Plea Bargains: X Pre-trial Motions: X Appellate Briefs: X Correspondence: Trial Practice: Other:



Deadlines: Fall: Early Summer Spring: Early Fall Summer: Early Spring


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U.S. Attorney's Office-District of New Jersey

Contact: Summer Intern Coordinator Phone: 973-645-2700 U.S. Attorney's Office-District of New Jersey Fax: 972-645-2702 970 Broad Street Suite 700 Email: Newark, NJ 07102 Website: Description: The U.S. Attorney's Office handles federal civil and criminal litigation a rising in the District of New Jersey.

Internship Description: Interns are provided with a variety of assignments, from research and writing to aiding in trial preparation. Interns also visit local federal law enforcement agencies and perform a mock trial.


Intern Duties Include: Legal Research: X Observing Court Proceedings: X Interviewing Witnesses: Observing Plea Bargains: Pre-trial Motions: X Appellate Briefs: Correspondence: Trial Practice: X Other:





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Union County Prosecutor's Office

Contact: Anne Frawley Executive Assistant Prosecutor Phone: 908-527-4500 Union County Prosecutor's Office Fax: Andrew K. Ruotolo Justice Center 32 Rahway Avenue Email: Elizabeth, NJ 07202-2115 Website: www.ucnj.org Description: This county prosecutor's office consists of over 60 attorneys. The staff also includes detectives, clerical staff and support staff.

Internship Description: Summer interns are assigned to assist assistant prosecutors and sometimes detectives in their duties. They may work in this program from Memorial Day through August with the option of continuing until Labor Day.


Intern Duties Include: Legal Research: X Observing Court Proceedings: X Interviewing Witnesses: Observing Plea Bargains: X Pre-trial Motions: X Appellate Briefs: X Correspondence: Trial Practice: Other: Other duties as required.

Stipend: X Stipend Amount: $10/hour




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U.S. Attorney's Office District of New Mexico

Contact: Audrey Sullivan Human Resources Office Phone: 505-224-1510 U.S. Attorney's Office District of New Mexico Fax: 201 Third Street Suite 900 Email: Albuquerque, NM 87102 Website: http://www.justice.gov/usao/nm Description: The U.s Attorney's Office is the serves as the principal litigator for its judicial district and is responsible for coordinating agency investigations within the district. The office prosecutes violations of federal criminal statutes, defends the government in civil actions, and seeks enforcement of civil penalties and fines.

Internship Description: The office typically accepts 6 student volunteers per year. Students assist in all facets of case preparation, researching legal issues, drafting motions and responses to various pleadings. Students also interview witnesses and assemble documents and exhibits for trial.





Deadlines: Fall: May 1 Spring: September 1 Summer: February 1


Other Information: Must be a U.S. citizen and will be subject to a background investigation due to the sensitive nature of the work performed by this office.

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Albany County District Attorney's Office

Contact: Renee Merges Legal Intern Coordinator Phone: 518-487-5460 Albany County District Attorney's Office Fax: Albany County Judicial Ctr-Lodge St. Email: Albany, NY 12207 Website: Description: The Albany County District Attorney's office is staffed by approximately 40 attorneys and 20 support staff and prosecutes all criminal violations in Albany County, NY.

Internship Description: During the academic year interns are used from Albany Law school. During he summer students from other law schools may be considered. Students gain hands on experience in criminal prosecution.





Deadlines: Fall: March Spring: November Summer: February 1


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Broome County District Attorney's Office

Contact: Thomas Jackson Senior Assistant District Attorney Phone: 607-778-2423 Broome County District Attorney's Office Fax: 19 Chenango Street, 7th Floor Email: Binghamton, NY 13901 Website: Description: The office is a state prosecutor's office in a county with a population of approximately 200,000. The office has 17 attorneys and 4 full time investigators,

Internship Description: The Broome County District Attorney's Office offers undergraduates and law students internship opportunities throughout the year. Interns observe court proceedings, assist with appellate briefs and perform administrative support functions. All internships are unpaid.


Intern Duties Include: Legal Research: X Observing Court Proceedings: X Interviewing Witnesses: X Observing Plea Bargains: Pre-trial Motions: X Appellate Briefs: X Correspondence: X Trial Practice: Other:




Application Materials: Resume: X Cover Letter: X Transcript: Writing Sample: Other: 2 references.

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Onondaga County District Attorney's Office

Contact: Barry Weiss Administrative Officer Phone: 313-435-2420 Onondaga County District Attorney's Office Fax: 505 South State Street Email: Syracuse, NY 13202 Website: Description: Onondaga County prosecutor charged with all criminal prosecutions in a county of 500,000 people.

Internship Description: The office offers a year round program where students are given a broad hands on experience in everything except appearing in court.



Stipend: X Stipend Amount: $500.00 month


Deadlines: Fall: Open Spring: Open Summer: February 1


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U.S. Attorney's Office - NY

Contact: Human Resource Office Phone: 716-843-5700 U.S. Attorney's Office Fax: 138 Delaware Avenue Email: Buffalo, NY 14202 Website: Description: United States Attorney's Office handling cases in the Western District of New York.

Internship Description: For first and second year law school students they have a formal program that runs through the summer. Law clerks can expect meaningful assignments and other program activities including speakers, field trips, etc.


Intern Duties Include: Legal Research: X Observing Court Proceedings: X Interviewing Witnesses: X Observing Plea Bargains: Pre-trial Motions: X Appellate Briefs: X Correspondence: Trial Practice: Other:



Deadlines: Fall: Open Spring: Open Summer: January


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U.S. Attorney's Office-Northern District of NY - Syracuse Office

Contact: Charles Roberts Phone: 315-448-0672 Assistant United States Attorney Fax: 315-448-0646 100 South Clinton Street Email: Syracuse, NY 13261-7198 Website: www.usdoj.gov/usao/nyn Description: The U.S. Attorney's Office for the Northern District of New York is a medium sized governmental office covering 32 counties in upstate NY with offices in Syracuse (21 attorneys), Albany (20 attorneys) and Binghamton (3 attorneys). Their areas of practice include Criminal, Civil and Trials and Appeals.

Internship Description: Law students are hired as part and full time interns during the academic year and as full time interns in the summer. Law students perform legal research, draft memoranda, observe court proceedings, and generally assist in litigation and trials. Outstanding academic credentials and demonstrated research, writing, and analytical ability are significant factors in hiring. Background checks must be successfully completed before commencing employment.

Interns hired are: 1L Students: 2L Students:

Intern Duties Include: Legal Research: X Observing Court Proceedings: X Interviewing Witnesses: X Observing Plea Bargains: X Pre-trial Motions: Appellate Briefs: X Correspondence: X Trial Practice: X Other:


Semesters Available: Fall: Spring: X Summer: X

Deadlines: Fall: January 15 Spring: January 15 Summer: January 15

Application Materials: Resume: X Cover Letter: X Transcript: X Writing Sample: Other: X

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Cabarrus County District Attorney's Office

Contact: Ashlie Shanley Chief Assistant District Attorney Phone: 704-262-5510 Cabarrus County District Attorney's Office Fax: 704-262-5511 PO Box 70 Email: Concord, NC 28026 Website: Description: The Cabarrus County District Attorney's office is located in Concord just outside of Charlotte, NC. It is medium sized office of approximately 10 attorneys who prosecute all types of criminal charges.

Internship Description: The office has an informal program depending on the experience level of student and needs of the office.







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District Attorney's Office for the 22nd District of North Carolina

Contact: Legal Intern Coordinator Phone: 336-249-0373 District Attorney's Office for the 22nd District of NC Fax: PO Box 1854 Email: Lexington, NC 27293 Website: Description: Prosecutor's Office serving four counties in the Piedmont area of North Carolina. The office has two locations and a total of 20 attorneys.

Internship Description: Volunteer internships are available to students interested in gaining experience in a prosecutors office.


Intern Duties Include: Legal Research: X Observing Court Proceedings: X Interviewing Witnesses: X Observing Plea Bargains: Pre-trial Motions: Appellate Briefs: Correspondence: Trial Practice: X Other:





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District Attorney's Office-5th District of North Carolina

Contact: Benjamin David District Attorney Phone: 910-341-1401 District Attorney's Office-5th District of North Carolina Fax: 316 Princess Street Email: [email protected]. Wilmington, NC 28401 Website: www.mydistrictattorney.com Description: The District Attorney's Office consists of 20 assistant District Attorneys, 20 support staff (victim witness assistants and officer coordinators) and one elected District Attorney.

Internship Description: This office uses rising 3rd year law students who are certified to try cases in district court (all misdemeanors). Interns also help with legal research, writing, witness interviews and trial preparation. Upto eight interns work in the summer and 3-5 in the fall and spring.







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Durham District Attorney's Office

Contact: Sheila Eason Office Manager & Intern Coordinator Phone: 919-808-3154 Durham District Attorney's Office Fax: 919-808-3034 201 East Main Street-6th Floor Email: Durham, NC 27701 Website: www.nccourts.org Description: The Durham District Attorney's Office prosecutes cases in North Carolina's fourth largest county.

Internship Description: Third year students who are certified by the North Carolina Bar are eligible to practice in the court room and try misdemeanor and traffic cases. They accept only 3L students and do not accept 2L students.

Interns hired are:

Intern Duties Include: Legal Research: X Observing Court Proceedings: X Interviewing Witnesses: X Observing Plea Bargains: X Pre-trial Motions: Appellate Briefs: Correspondence: Trial Practice: X Other:



Deadlines: Fall: July 1 Spring: November 1 Summer: March 1


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Guilford County District Attorney's Office

Contact: Legal Intern Coordinator Phone: 336-242-6710 Guilford County District Attorney's Office Fax: PO Box 10769 Email: Greensboro, NC 27404 Website: Description: The office has over 20 Assistant District Attorneys who handle criminal matters in both District and Superior Count.

Internship Description: The office hires 1L/2L students on an informal basis who shadow A.D.A.'s Rising 3L students practice in court under the supervision of Assistant District Attorneys.





Deadlines: Fall: July 1 Spring: December Summer: December


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North Carolina Attorney General's Office

Contact: Kelly Chambers Sprcial Counsel for Development and Diversity Phone: 919-716-1184 North Carolina Attorney General's Office Fax: 9001 Mail Services Center Email: Raleigh, NC 27699-9001 Website: www.ncdoj.com Description: The Attorney General's Office represents state agencies in all civil and administrative litigation. Additionally, the office has a Special Prosecutions Section that prosecutes select criminal cases.

Internship Description: The office has a summer program every year that runs from the middle of May until August. Students gain valuable legal experience and attend special events on a weekly basis.


Intern Duties Include: Legal Research: X Observing Court Proceedings: X Interviewing Witnesses: X Observing Plea Bargains: Pre-trial Motions: X Appellate Briefs: X Correspondence: X Trial Practice: X Other:



Deadlines: Fall: Spring: Summer: February 15


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U.S. Attorney's Office - NC

Contact: Paula King Human Resources Officer Phone: 704-338-3146 U.S. Attorney's Office Fax: 704-344-6629 227 West Trade Street Carillon Building Email: Charlotte, NC 28202 Website: Description: The U.S. Attorney and Assistant U.S. Attorneys within the WDNC are responsible for handling the majority of criminal prosecutions and civil litigations on behalf of the United States. They are one of the Department of Justices offices throughout the U.S.

Internship Description: This office seeks primarily 2nd year law students to do legal research, including Westlaw, assist prosecutors in trial preparation and write briefs, memorandums and other responses in pre-trial and appellate stages.







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Ohio Attorney General's Office

Contact: Erica Taylor Human Resources Section Phone: 614-466-8911 Ohio Attorney General's Office Fax: 30 East Broad Street-16th Floor Email: [email protected] Columbus, OH 43215 Website: www.ohioattorneygeneral.gov Description: The Attorney General is Ohio's chief lawyer serving as the legal counsel to the state of Ohio, the governor other statewide elected officials, and all state departments, agencies, boards and commissions.

Internship Description: The Attorney General's office primarily hires legal interns for the summer and has a structured program for them. Students will receive a very hands on real world experience.


Intern Duties Include: Legal Research: X Observing Court Proceedings: X Interviewing Witnesses: Observing Plea Bargains: Pre-trial Motions: Appellate Briefs: X Correspondence: X Trial Practice: Other:



Deadlines: Fall: Spring: Summer: October 1


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U.S. Attorney's Office-Northern District of Oklahoma

Contact: R. Trent Shores Assistant U. S. Attorney Phone: 918-382-2700 U.S. Attorney's Office-Northern District of OK Fax: 918-560-7954 110 W 7th Street Suite 300 Email: Tulsa, OK 74103 Website: www.usdoj.gov/usao/okn Description: The U.S. Attorney's Office prosecutes criminal cases and prosecutes and defends civil cases on behalf of the federal government in federal and state courts.

Internship Description: The U.S. Attorney's Office in Oklahoma offers volunteer, nonpaid positions for 2nd/3rd year law students during the spring and fall semesters and during summer break. Students must pass a background check and should be in the top 25% of their class.


Intern Duties Include: Legal Research: X Observing Court Proceedings: X Interviewing Witnesses: Observing Plea Bargains: X Pre-trial Motions: X Appellate Briefs: X Correspondence: X Trial Practice: Other: Drafting legal memoranda, Civil Procedure and Criminal Procedure.

Stipend: Stipend Amount: N/A


Deadlines: Fall: June 1 Spring: October 1 Summer: March 1


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Deschutes County District Attorney

Contact: Patrick Flaherty District Attorney Phone: 541-388-6520 Deschutes County District Attorney Fax: 1164 NW Bend Email: Bend, OR 97701 Website: www.deschutesda.org Description: A prosecutor's office with a staff of 18 attorneys and 24 staff.

Internship Description: Interns must be Certified under the Oregon Court Admissions Rule to appear in court and perform trial work. Interns also perform research, handle motions, hearings and pre-trial discovery.


Intern Duties Include: Legal Research: X Observing Court Proceedings: X Interviewing Witnesses: Observing Plea Bargains: X Pre-trial Motions: X Appellate Briefs: Correspondence: Trial Practice: X Other:

Stipend: X Stipend Amount: $11.00 hr


Deadlines: Fall: Spring: Summer: April 1

Application Materials: Resume: X Cover Letter: X Transcript: Writing Sample: X Other: County Application

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Multnomah County District Attorney

Contact: Jeffrey Howes Senior Deputy District Attorney Phone: 503-988-5260 Multnomah County District Attorney Fax: 1021 SW 4th Avenue Room 600 Email: Portland, OR 97204 Website: www.co.multnomah.or.us/da Description: The Multnomah County District Attorney’s Office is responsible for prosecutig all crimes in the county. Specialized units handle domestic violence cases, child mistreatment cases, and cases involving youth, firearms, drugs and gang violence.

Internship Description: Interns handle court appearances, supervised trial practice, probation hearings, pleas and sentencings in addition to performing legal research and writing.


Intern Duties Include: Legal Research: X Observing Court Proceedings: X Interviewing Witnesses: X Observing Plea Bargains: X Pre-trial Motions: X Appellate Briefs: Correspondence: Trial Practice: X Other: Civil Commitment Hearings


Semesters Available: Fall: X Spring: Summer: X

Deadlines: Fall: August Spring: Summer: January


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Berk's County District Attorney's Office

Contact: Theresa Johnson First Assistant District Attorney Phone: 610-478-6000 Berk's County District Attorney's Office Fax: 633 Court Street Email: Reading, PA 19601 Website: www.countyofberks.com/da Description: District Attorney's office with approximately 30 attorneys, 30 detectives and 30 support staff. They prosecute in six criminal courtrooms running on a daily basis.

Internship Description: Third year students are qualified to be certified legal interns and will be assigned to handle preliminary hearings. Other interns participate in legal research for all levels of cases including homicide trials. Most permanent hires come from the internship program.





Deadlines: Fall: May 31 Spring: October 1 Summer: March 1


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Bucks County District Attorney's Office

Contact: Sara Rothman Senior Deputy District Attorney Phone: 215-348-6344 Bucks County District Attorney's Office Fax: 55 East Court Street-4th Floor Email: Doylestown, PA 18401 Website: buskscounty.org Description: The Buck's County District Attorney's Office located in the suburbs of Philadelphia has 33 assistant district attorneys who prosecute all misdemeanors and felonies from the preliminary hearing through trial and appeal.

Internship Description: Second year students conduct preliminary hearings and aid in research, First year students perform research and writing.


Intern Duties Include: Legal Research: X Observing Court Proceedings: X Interviewing Witnesses: Observing Plea Bargains: Pre-trial Motions: Appellate Briefs: Correspondence: Trial Practice: X Other:



Deadlines: Fall: July Spring: November Summer: February

Application Materials: Resume: X Cover Letter: X Transcript: X Writing Sample: X Other: References

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Chester County District Attorney's Office

Contact: Robert Miller Chief Deputy District Attorney Phone: 610-344-6801 Chester County District Attorney's Office Fax: Chester County Courthouse 17 N. Church Street-Suite 218 Email: W. Chester, PA 19380 Website: wwwchesco.org/da/ Description: The Chester County District Attorney's Office employs approximately 35 attorneys and 20 interns. It is the largest law firm and the chief law enforcement agency in Chester County.

Internship Description: Interns are recruited during the Spring of their 2nd year and work full time during the summer and most continue to work 2-3 days week during their third year.


Intern Duties Include: Legal Research: X Observing Court Proceedings: X Interviewing Witnesses: X Observing Plea Bargains: X Pre-trial Motions: Appellate Briefs: X Correspondence: Trial Practice: X Other: Conduct preliminary hearings

Stipend: X Stipend Amount: Work Study


Deadlines: Fall: Spring: Summer: Spring


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Lancaster County District Attorney's Office

Contact: Susan Moyer Chief Appeals Unit Phone: 717-799-8100 Lancaster County District Attorney's Office Fax: P.O. Box 83480 Email: Lancaster, PA 17608-3480 Website: co.lancaster.pa.us.\d Description: This is the Prosecutor's Office serving Lancaster County, Pennsylvania. It has 29 attorneys serving in various units. The office also includes the Investigative Division and the Victim Witness Division.

Internship Description: This office offers a summer 10 week paid and volunteer interns program based on a 40 hour week. During the spring and fall this office offers a volunteer intern program where students only have to work 10 hour per week. Interns must have completed their first year of law school and they prefer that students have completed their second year.


Intern Duties Include: Legal Research: X Observing Court Proceedings: X Interviewing Witnesses: Observing Plea Bargains: Pre-trial Motions: Appellate Briefs: X Correspondence: Trial Practice: X Other: Guilty pleas and bargains



Deadlines: Fall: Open Spring: Open Summer: January 31


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Pennsylvania Office of Attorney General

Contact: William J. Cripps Acting Director of Human Resources Phone: 717-787-5175 Pennsylvania Office of Attorney General Fax: 14th Floor Strawberry Square Email: Harrisburg, PA 17120 Website: www.attorneygeneral.gov Description: The Office of the Attorney General is an independent department of state government headed by an elected Attorney General and headquartered in Harrisburg with regional offices located throughout the Commonwealth.

Internship Description: Legal interns are hired on both a paid and unpaid (for credit) basis. Volunteer opportunities are also available in the Mediation Unit of the Bureau of Consumer Protection.


Intern Duties Include: Legal Research: X Observing Court Proceedings: X Interviewing Witnesses: Observing Plea Bargains: Pre-trial Motions: Appellate Briefs: Correspondence: X Trial Practice: Other:




Application Materials: Resume: X Cover Letter: X Transcript: X Writing Sample: X Other: Application form available on website

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Philadelphia District Attorney's Office

Contact: Catherine Schuler Hiring Coordinator Phone: 215-686-8704 Philadelphia District Attorney's Office Fax: 215-686-8024 Three South Penn Square Email: [email protected] Philadelphia, PA 19107 Website: www.phila.gov/districtattorney Description: The Office of the District Attorney of the City and County of Philadelphia is charged with the responsibility for the trial level prosecution and an elevated level litigation of all criminal and some ancillary civil matters which arise within its jurisdiction. The divisions include: Trial, Law, Investigations, Narcotics, and Juvenile.

Internship Description: The Legal Internship Program is a ten-week program designed to give second-year students maximum exposure to the practical aspects of the prosecutor's role in the Criminal Justice System in Philadelphia. Interns have the opportunity to rotate through two or three units in the office. Arrangements are also made for interns to tour the prisoner detention facility, observe formal lineups, and tour the criminalistics and ballistics labs. Each summer approximately 15 students are hired as legal interns at a weekly salary of $460. Unpaid volunteers/work-study students are also invited to apply.



Stipend: X Stipend Amount: $460 week


Deadlines: Fall: Spring: Summer: Oct. 15


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City of Pawtucket

Contact: Robert Gemma Phone: 401-728-0500 RI State Intern Program Fax: Room 8A, State House Email: Providence, RI 02903 Website: Description: The City Solicitor's Office defends civil suits filed against the city and prosecutes housing, traffic and minor criminal matters.

Internship Description: This office participates in the Rhode Island State Government Intern Program which places students in state and local government agencies.


Intern Duties Include: Legal Research: X Observing Court Proceedings: X Interviewing Witnesses: Observing Plea Bargains: Pre-trial Motions: Appellate Briefs: Correspondence: Trial Practice: Other:




Application Materials: Resume: X Cover Letter: X Transcript: Writing Sample: Other: RI Intern Application

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South Carolina Commission on Prosecution Coordination

Contact: William Bilton Phone: 803-343-0765 Executive Director Fax: South Carolina Commission on Prosecution Coordination Email: 1401 Main Street-Suite 825 P.O. Box 11561 Website: Columbia, SC 29211-1561 Description: The South Carolina Commission on Prosecution Coordination is the state agency responsible for legislative and administrative issues affecting state prosecutors. They also provide training to law enforcement and prosecutors. Particularly training for special prosecutors in the areas of child abuse and driving under the influence cases.

Internship Description: Interns/law clerks work with the in-house prosecution specialists in the field of child abuse, DUI and general crimes. The Child Abuse Unit provides direct prosecution services on a statewide level. Interns may also work on legislative policy issues to be presented to the General Assembly.


Intern Duties Include: Legal Research: X Observing Court Proceedings: Interviewing Witnesses: X Observing Plea Bargains: X Pre-trial Motions: X Appellate Briefs: Correspondence: Trial Practice: Other: Trial preparation, legislative research, house/senate observation





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U.S. Attorney's Office - TN

Contact: Carrie Daughtrey Legal Intern Coordinator Phone: 615-736-5151 U.S. Attorney's Office Fax: 615-736-5323 Suite A-961 110 Ninth Avenue South Email: [email protected] Nashville, TN 37203-3870 Website: www.usdoj.gov/usac/tn Description: The U.S. Attorney's Office for the Middle District of Tennessee prosecutes all federal crimes within the district. The office also represents the United States in all civil actions in federal court.

Internship Description: Interns research and write responses in pending cases, draft jury instructions, will be able work on appellate briefs, and perform legal research. Interns also may work with attorneys during trial preparation and attend hearings and trials. Interns also perform legal research and write memoranda on a variety of criminal and civil issues. Students must work a minimum of eight weeks during the summer or eight hours per week during the academic year.


Intern Duties Include: Legal Research: X Observing Court Proceedings: X Interviewing Witnesses: X Observing Plea Bargains: X Pre-trial Motions: X Appellate Briefs: X Correspondence: Trial Practice: Other:



Deadlines: Fall: June 1 Spring: October 15 Summer: January 15


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Bexar County Criminal District Attorney's Office

Contact: William Alarcon Human Resources Administration Phone: 210-335-2311 Paul Elizondo Tower Fax: 101 W. Nveva, 7th floor Email: San Antonio, TX 78205-3030 Website: www.bexar.org Description: The Bexar County District Attorney's Office is a team of dedicated prosecutors and staff committed to aggressively seeking justice and the protection of the family, person and property of all citizens of the community

Internship Description: This office offers a year round intern program where students assist prosecutors and division chiefs in case preparation, generate witness lists, research case law and codes, and prepare demonstrative aids in trial. They do not offer summer employment however, students may volunteer to work in the DA's office anytime.


Intern Duties Include: Legal Research: X Observing Court Proceedings: X Interviewing Witnesses: X Observing Plea Bargains: X Pre-trial Motions: Appellate Briefs: Correspondence: Trial Practice: Other:

Stipend: X Stipend Amount: $716/month

Semesters Available: Fall: Spring: Summer:



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Cameron County District Attorney

Contact: Michelle Garcia Office Manager Phone: 956-544-0849 Cameron County District Attorney Fax: 964 E. Harrison Street Email: Brownsville, TX 78520 Website: Description: The Cameron County District Attorney's office prosecutes all felonies and misdemeanors committed in the county.

Internship Description: Interns/law clerks are normally hired to work during the summer months.



Stipend: X Stipend Amount: Varies




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Denton County Criminal District Attorney's Office

Contact: Kelly LaFave Assistant District Attorney Phone: 940-349-2600 Denton County Criminal District Attorney's Office Fax: 1450 E. Mckinney Street Suite 3100 Email: Denton, TX 76201 Website: dentoncounty.com Description: Prosecutors office responsible for prosecution of all felonies and misdemeanors in Denton County.

Internship Description: Volunteer program coordinated between the office and local universities.


Intern Duties Include: Legal Research: X Observing Court Proceedings: x Interviewing Witnesses: X Observing Plea Bargains: Pre-trial Motions: X Appellate Briefs: Correspondence: X Trial Practice: Other:



Deadlines: Fall: August 15 Spring: December 15 Summer: April 15

Application Materials: Resume: X Cover Letter: X Transcript: Writing Sample: Other: Background Check

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Harris County District Attorney's Office

Contact: Jessica Macklin Milligan Assistant District Attorney Phone: 713-755-5816 Harris County District Attorney's Office Fax: 1201 Franklin Street, Suite 600 Email: Houston, TX 77002-1923 Website: //dao-web.dao.hctx.net Description: The Office is tasked with the prosecution of all criminal cases (with the exception of municipal violations) in the nation’s third most populated county. In the year 2000 this office handled in excess of 90,000 cases where confinement in jail or prison was a possible punishment in 2004.

Internship Description: Interns work on preparing cases with Assistant District Attorneys. Interns attend court proceedings daily, and assist with witness and victim contact trial preparation, and observe trials. Third year students are eligible to try cases.





Deadlines: Fall: Open Spring: Open Summer: January

Application Materials: Resume: X Cover Letter: X Transcript: Writing Sample: Other: Application, Copy of driver’s license

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Potter County Attorney's Office

Contact: Janelle Mc Bride Criminal Division Chief Phone: 806-379-2255 Potter County Attorney's Office Fax: 500 S. Fillmore #303 Email: Amarillo, TX 79101 Website: Description: The office prosecutes Class A, B, and C misdemeanor offences with the county. The Office consists of sex prosecutors who prosecute in two County Courts and 4 Justice of the Peace Courts.

Internship Description: Internships are available only in summer. Stipends are dependent on funding.





Deadlines: Fall: Spring: Summer: Early Spring


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Tarrant County District Attorney

Contact: Trish Stegall Litigation Specialist Phone: 817-884-1696 Tarrant County District Attorney Fax: 401 W. Belknap Email: Fort Worth, TX 76196 Website: www.tarrantcounty.com Description: The District Attorney's Office prosecutes all felony and misdemeanor cases in Tarrant County. It also handles criminal appeals and civil cases involving the county.

Internship Description: Interns are placed in several divisions Civil, Appellate and Criminal. Interns perform legal research and assist in trial preparation. Eligible students may also participate in trials.



Stipend: X Stipend Amount: $10.00


Deadlines: Fall: June Spring: November Summer: February

Application Materials: Resume: X Cover Letter: X Transcript: Writing Sample: Other: 3 references and questionnaire

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Travis County District Attorney

Contact: Mindy McCracken Assistant District Attorney Phone: 512-854-9400 Travis County District Attorney Fax: PO Box 1748 Email: Austin, TX 78767 Website: www.co.travis.tx.us/district_attorney/ Description: The Travis County District Attorney's Office prosecutes felony crimes only. Their attorneys work in several divisions including, trial, family justice, public integrity, grand jury/intake, appellate and white collar crime.

Internship Description: Interns are accepted on a volunteer basis. Law students are assigned to work in a particular division or court and assist the prosecutors assigned to that court or division. All positions are volunteer.





Deadlines: Fall: August Spring: December Summer: March

Application Materials: Resume: X Cover Letter: X Transcript: Writing Sample: Other: Application form

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U.S. Attorney's Office - TX

Contact: Mike Gill Assistant U.S. Attorney Phone: 214-767-4104 U.S. Attorney's Office Fax: 1100 Commerce Street Third Floor Email: Dallas, TX 75242 Website: Description: The U.S. Attorney's Office prosecutes all federal criminal case in the district and represents the U.S. government in civil cases in the district.

Internship Description: Interns work with civil and criminal cases assisting Assistant U.S. Attorneys in preparing case for trial or appeal.





Deadlines: Fall: 6 mo. prior Spring: 6 mo. prior Summer: 6 mo. prior


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City of Newport News Commonwealth's Attorney

Contact: Scott Ehrenworth Assistant Commonwealth's Attorney Phone: 757-926-7375 City of Newport News Commonwealth's Attorney Fax: 2501 Washington Avenue-6th Floor Email: Newport News, VA 23607 Website: Description: The Newport News Commonwealth's Attorney Office is a 20+ attorney office which prosecutes misdemeanors and felonies in all of the Newport News courts. These courts include criminal, traffic, juvenile and domestic relations courts.

Internship Description: The internship program is designed to provide law students with hands on experience particularly students certified to practice who can learn how to try cases.







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Commonwealth Attorney's Office - Harrisonburg

Contact: Alycia M.P. Eldridge, Esq. Assistant Commonwealth’s Attorney Phone: 540-564-3350 Commonwealth Attorney's Office Fax: 53 Court Square-#210 Email: Harrisonburg, VA 22801 Website: [email protected] Description: This office is a responsible for prosecution in a major city and country in the Shenandoah Valley. It has 12 full time prosecutor's and 13 support staff.

Internship Description: Students mainly shadow attorneys, perform legal research and attend court proceedings. Students who are certified under Virginia's third year practice rule may appear in court.







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Hampton County Commonwealth's Attorney's Office

Contact: John Haugh Chief Deputy Commonwealth's Attorney Phone: 757-727-6442 Hampton County Commonwealth's Attorney's Office Fax: 236 North King Street Email: Hampton, VA 23669 Website: www.hampton.gov Description: Prosecutors office responsible for prosecution of all felonies and certain serious misdemeanors in the City of Hampton.

Internship Description: Interns spend time observing attorneys in court and if certified under the third year practice rule, participating in trial of cases. They also perform research, respond to motions, write briefs and assist in trial preparation.







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Office of the Commonwealth's Attorney - Roanoke

Contact: Betty Jo Anthony Deputy Commonwealth's Attorney Phone: 540-853-2626 Office of the Commonwealth's Attorney Fax: 315 Church Avenue, SW Email: Roanoke, VA 24016 Website: roanokegov.com Description: Prosecutor's office with 12 attorneys practicing at all levels of the state judicial system.

Internship Description: Virginia law students are preferred. Students shadow senior attorneys to observe, learn ten assist in all phases of prosecution. Students with third year practice certification are allowed to try cases.







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U.S. Attorney's Office - VA

Contact: Jo Brooks Secretary to the U.S. Attorney Phone: 540-857-2250 U.S. Attorney's Office Fax: 540-857-2180 P.O. Box 1709 Email: [email protected] Roanoke, VA 24011-1709 Website: Description: The U.S. Attorney's Office prosecutes and defends cases for federal agencies.

Internship Description: Their law clerk interns have the opportunity to become involved in all phases of the work performed in the office form preparing pleadings and briefs to actual trial preparation and trial work. Students must commit to a minimum of 10 weeks.


Approximate Number of Positions: 6

Preferred Backgrounds: Observing Court Proceedings: X Observing Plea Bargains: Interviewing Witnesses: X Appellate Briefs: X Pre-trial Motions: X Trial Practice: X Correspondence: Other:





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U.S. Attorney's Office-Eastern District of Virginia

Contact: Stephanie Hammerstrom Criminal Law Student Intern Coordinator Phone: U.S. Attorney's Office-Eastern District of Virginia Fax: 2100 Jamieson Avenue Email: Alexandria, VA 22314 Website: www.usdoj.gov/usao/vae Description: The U.S. Attorney's Office mission is to enforce federal law and defend the United States in civil proceedings.

Internship Description: Internships are available year round in both the criminal and civil divisions. Approximately 10 students are utilized in the summer. Students should indicate preference, civil or criminal. The civil student intern coordinator is Dennis Barghaan at the above address. Students assist attorneys in all facets of case preparation including researching issues, drafting motions, and pleadings and interviewing witnesses.





Deadlines: Fall: April Spring: September Summer: January

Application Materials: Resume: X Cover Letter: X Transcript: X Writing Sample: X Other: 3 references

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Office of the Commonwealth Attorney-Richmond

Contact: Elizabeth Hobbs Supervising Assistant Commonwealth's Attorney Phone: 804-646-3500 Office of the Commonwealth Attorney-Richmond Fax: 400 N. 9th Street Email: Richmond, VA 23219 Website: Description: The office consists of approximately 40 attorneys plus support staff who prosecute all types of crime (misdemeanors and felonies) offering in the cit y of Richmond.

Internship Description: Interns are assigned to a specific attorney. Interns perform legal research and writing, assist with trial preparation and if certified appear in court and try cases.





Deadlines: Fall: August 1 Spring: November 1 Summer: December 1


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King County Prosecuting Attorney's Office

Contact: Becky Gifford Human Resource Manager Phone: 206-296-9507 King County Prosecuting Attorney's Office Fax: W554 KC Courthouse-516 Third Avenue Email: Seattle, WA 98104 Website: www.kingcounty.gov/prosecutor Description: The King County Prosecuting Attorney's Office represents the State of Washington in criminal matters. The Criminal Division is responsible for prosecuting all felonies in King County and all misdemeanors in unincorporated King County.

Internship Description: Law student interns are hired the summer after their second year to try traffic case and other cases in District Court.



Stipend: X Stipend Amount: $3,000 month


Deadlines: Fall: Spring: Summer: September


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Pierce County Prosecuting Attorney

Contact: Rebecca Stover Human Resource Manager Phone: 253-798-4910 Pierce County Prosecuting Attorney Fax: 930 Tacoma Avenue , Room 946 Email: Tacoma, WA 98402 Website: www.co.pierce.wa.us Description: The office has approximately 230 employees including 115 prosecutors. The office is divided into Felony, Civil, Misdemeanor, Juvenile and Family Support divisions.

Internship Description: The office generally hires 8 1L/2L students for summer. Summer interns continue on a part-time basis during fall and spring semesters.



Stipend: X Stipend Amount: $15-$17 hour


Deadlines: Fall: Spring: Summer: October/February


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U.S. Attorney's Office-Western District of Washington

Contact: Todd Greenberg Assistant U.S. Attorney Phone: 206-553-7970 U.S. Attorney's Office-Western District of Washington Fax: 206-553-0755 700 Stewart Street Suite 5220 Email: Seattle, WA 98101 Website: Description: The U.S. Attorney's Office for the Western District of Washington is the federal government's attorney for the district. The office is staffed by approximately 60 assistant U.S. Attorneys who carry out the office's mission to prosecute federal crimes. defending the U.S. and its agencies in a full range of civil actions and serving the community in in cooperative law enforcement actions.

Internship Description: The law student internship is designed to introduce first and second year law students to federal practice. Interns receive research and writing assignments from both the criminal and civil divisions. Interns often draft pleadings to be filed in active cases before the federal courts. Interns often have the opportunity to interact with representatives of different agencies which assist the office. All positions are volunteer.






Application Materials: Resume: X Cover Letter: X Transcript: X Writing Sample: X Other: references

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Yakima County Prosecutors Office

Contact: Irene Cosbey Office Specialist Phone: 509-574-1300 Yakima County Prosecutors Office Fax: 117 N. 3rd Street Suite 203 Email: Yakima, WA 98901 Website: Description: The Yakima County Prosecuting Attorney's Office represents the people of the county and the State of Washington in prosecution of criminal matters, serves as an advocate for victims, and provides representation and counsel to County officials in civil matters. The office has a staff of over 30 attorneys.

Internship Description: Interns are hired depending on budget and availability of funds.




Semesters Available: Fall: Spring: X Summer: X

Deadlines: Fall: Spring: Open Summer: Open


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U.S. Attorney's Office-Northern District of West Virginia

Contact: Betsy Jluiden First Assistant U.S. Attorney Phone: 304-234-0100 U,S. Attorney's Office-Northern District of West Virginia Fax: 1125 Chapline Street Suite 3000 Email: Wheeling, WV 26003 ` Website: Description: The U.S. Attorney's Office prosecutes all federal criminal cases and represents the United States. government in civil cases in the district.

Internship Description: Interns are mentored by either the civil or criminal Division Chief. the interns conduct legal research, prepares memoranda, and receives on the job training by attending meetings between Assistant U.S. Attorneys and federal agents and by attending court proceedings. These positions require a background check.





Deadlines: Fall: 6 mo. prior Spring: 6 mo. prior Summer: 6 mo. prior


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U.S. Attorney's Office-Eastern District of Wisconsin

Contact: Carol Kraft Assistant U.S. Attorney Phone: 414-297-1702 U.S. Attorney's Office-Eastern District of Wisconsin Fax: 414-297-1738 517 E. Wisconsin Avenue Room 530 Email: Milwaukee, WI 53202 Website: Description: The U.S. Attorney's Office prosecutes all federal criminal case in the district and represents the U.S. government in civil cases in the district. The office has approximately 37 attorneys and criminal prosecution case include drug cases, immigration cases, and various types of fraud and corruption prosecutions.

Internship Description: Interns primarily work on research and writing. Interns do have the opportunity to view court proceedings in District Court and the Court of Appeals. The goal of the program is to provide the intern with an opportunity to work on a range of different legal projects. Interns are encouraged to observe court proceedings and the office tries to provide opportunities for students to be involved in trail and motion preparation.







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Wisconsin Department of Justice

Contact: Meg Schaeffer-Utter Phone: 608-264-9442 Wisconsin Department of Justice Fax: 17 West Main Street P.O. Box 7857 Email: Madison, WI 53707 Website: www.doj.state.wi.us Description: The Department of Justice represents the State, its agencies and its employees. Attorneys work on cutting edge legal issues in cases substantially affecting the delivery of justice in Wisconsin.

Internship Description: The Department offers outstanding learning experiences and professional development opportunities for students working on interesting cases, Students conduct draft pleadings and participate in court appearances and perform legal research and writing. For more information please visit the department's website.


Intern Duties Include: Legal Research: X Observing Court Proceedings: X Interviewing Witnesses: X Observing Plea Bargains: Pre-trial Motions: X Appellate Briefs: X Correspondence: X Trial Practice: X Other:



Deadlines: Fall: March 31 Spring: October 15 Summer: February 11

Application Materials: Resume: X Cover Letter: X Transcript: X Writing Sample: Other: References

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