Intern- District Attorney's Office

Unified Government of Wyandotte County; United States; On-site; USD 22,730 - 32,373; Part time

Job summary

The Unified Government of Wyandotte County is offering a paid internship for licensed Rule 719 law students in its District Attorney's Office. The legal intern position will last approximately 12 months and provides training in essential legal skills.

Interns will gain courtroom experience, assist with case preparation, and develop insight into legal systems. This is a great opportunity for law students to kickstart their careers as attorneys.

The hourly pay is $20.00, and students must be 2L or 3L with the appropriate licensing.

Qualifications

• Must have a 715 intern license or be eligible to receive one.
• General knowledge of Kansas Law or equivalent education/experience.

Responsibilities

• Receive training in lawyering skills.
• Assist with case and trial preparation.
• Gain courtroom experience handling the traffic docket and trials.

Education

Enrolled 2L or 3L law student

Job description

As a condition of employment all employees must pass a post offer criminal history background check, physical examination and drug screen. All employees must also submit proof of identity and employment eligibility.

Overview of Wyandotte County Kansas The Unified Government, which was created by the unification of the City of Kansas City Kansas and Wyandotte County in 1997, has a population of 169,245 (2020) and covers 155.7 square miles. Located on the eastern border of the State of Kansas and situated at the confluence of the Missouri and Kansas rivers, we’re part of the Kansas City metropolitan area of over 2 million people. The bistate region encompasses Kansas City, Missouri, and suburbs on both sides of the state line.

Job Description

The Wyandotte CountyDistrict Attorney’s Office is offering a great opportunity for a licensed Rule 719 student to join the DA’s office as a legal intern. This position will last approximately 12 months or 1040hrs. This is a paid position that will start in the summer and continue through the school year (fall and spring semesters). The duties and responsibilities are designed to further prepare the law student for a successful career as an attorney.

• Under supervision, the selected candidate will receive training in lawyering skills.
• Gain insight into legal systems and institutions.
• Assist with case and trial preparation.
• Gain courtroom experience through handling the traffic docket, preliminary hearings, and misdemeanor criminal trials.

Qualifications

• Applicants must be 2L or 3L law students with their 715 intern license or eligible to receive one.
• General knowledge of Kansas Law and/or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the position.

Salary Range

$20.00/hr.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values an inclusive workforce.

If you need to reach a member of the Human Resources staff, please call [phone] or email [e-mail].

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