Off-Campus Law School I

VILLANOVA UNIVERSITY; Wichita, Northern (KS, KY); Hybrid; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Villanova University Charles Widger School of Law is seeking an Off-Campus Law School I work-study student to perform a range of law clerk duties, including legal research, drafting briefs, witness preparation and courtroom assistance. Opportunities may include trial preparation, observing court matters and attending witness interviews or testimony.

The eligible work-study position requires enrollment in the law school and funds through work-study; the work schedule is determined by the

Qualifications

• Must be a currently enrolled Charles Widger School of Law student receiving work-study funds.

Responsibilities

• Legal research for cases and memos.
• Drafting briefs and related documents.
• Witness preparation for hearings or trials.
• Courtroom assistance and related tasks.

Skills

Legal research

Drafting briefs

Witness preparation

Courtroom assistance

Education

Law student (Villanova) with work-study funds

Job description

Off-Campus Law School I

Position Information

Posting Number: 20260416V

Position Title: Off-Campus Law School I

Posting Type: Student Hours/week: Varies Eligibility: Work Study ONLY Semester 2026-2027 Academic Year Location Off-Campus Detailed Work Schedule Work schedule determined by off-campus employer. Number of positions: Varies Department: 242-Law School Administration Contact Name: Christopher Nicholson Contact Phone/Extension: [phone]

Posting Details

Position Summary Information

Job Description Summary: The Villanova University Charles Widger School of Law work study program may consist of a full range of law clerk responsibilities including legal research, drafting briefs, witness preparation and courtroom assistance. In addition, students may have the opportunity to participate or assist in trial preparation, observing court matters, and attending witness interviews or testimony.
The eligible work-study position must be with a federal, state or local public agency or private non-profit organization where the work performed is in the public interest. Requirements: Must be a currently enrolled Charles Widger School of Law student receiving work-study funds. Physical Demands Summary:

Wage Rate: $15.00

Closing Date (11:59pm ET): Open Until Filled Yes

Posting Specific Questions

• * Are you currently a registered Villanova student?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Are you eligible for work study?
  • Yes
  • No
  • I don't know
• * What semester(s) are you planning to work? Summer/Fall/Spring

  (Open Ended Question)

• * Have you ever worked on campus before? If "Y", what department and semester/year?

  (Open Ended Question)

• * What is your availability? (days and times)

  (Open Ended Question)

Optional Applicant Documents:

Required Documents

Optional Documents

• Cover Letter / Letter of Interest
• Resume / Curriculum Vitae