Public Defense Legal Intern - Hybrid, Rule 9 (Transit Pass)

King County; Seattle (WA); Hybrid; USD 81,000 - 99,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Transit pass

Paid sick leave

Holiday pay

Job summary

King County's Department of Public Defense seeks a Public Defense Legal Intern for a 10-week summer program in Seattle, WA. The role offers hybrid work, court appearances, and exposure to felony and family defense teams while supporting attorneys and clients.

Eligibility includes two years of law school and ABA-approved status. Applicants should demonstrate writing, communication, organization, and a passion for indigent defense. The program begins in June 2027 and runs through the summer.

Qualifications

• By June 2027 the student will have completed two years of law school and be enrolled and in good academic standing at an American Bar Association approved law school.
• Able to qualify as a Rule 9 Licensed Legal Intern, under the WSBA rule.
• A demonstrated interest in representing indigent persons. Possess good moral character and fitness to practice law (APPs 20-24).
• Effective writing and communication skills.
• Organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Initiative and accountability for work product or service.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Assist attorneys and appear on the record at arraignment hearings; pretrial hearings; motion hearings; sentencing and probation review; or, if placed in civil practice areas, other hearings relevant to that practice (shelter care, review hearings, etc.).
• Assist with trial preparations (DPD makes an effort to provide but cannot guarantee trial experience).
• Communication with clients as well as social workers, service providers, and other individuals involved in a client’s case.
• Other duties as requested.

Skills

Rule 9 Licensed Legal Intern

Strong writing skills

Communication skills

Multitasking in a fast-paced env

Education

ABA approved law school enrollment

Two years of law school completed

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

King County's Department of Public Defense seeks a Public Defense Legal Intern for a 10-week summer program in Seattle, WA. The role offers hybrid work, court appearances, and exposure to felony and family defense teams while supporting attorneys and clients.

Eligibility includes two years of law school and ABA-approved status. Applicants should demonstrate writing, communication, organization, and a passion for indigent defense. The program begins in June 2027 and runs through the summer.