Public Interest Law Clerk Internship (Paid, Seattle)

State of Washington; Olympia (WA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation leave

Sick leave

Paid holidays

Health and wellness program

Job summary

Washington State Attorney General’s Office is seeking law clerks to gain exceptional legal experience in a professional law office. Positions emphasize public service, mentorship, and exposure to diverse, meaningful legal work.

Typical duties include researching and writing memoranda and pleadings, assisting in litigation preparation, drafting client memos, and observing court proceedings with potential to present in court for Rule 9 clerks.

Qualifications

• Completed at least one year of law school at an ABA accredited law school.
• Must be enrolled in law school during the duration of the service.
• Applicants should demonstrate commitment to public service and diversity.

Responsibilities

• Researching and writing memoranda, pleadings, and correspondence.
• Assistance in preparation for litigation, e.g., depositions, witness interviews, and discovery.
• Drafting client advice memos and presenting advice to the client.
• Observe attorneys in court, with possible opportunity to present in court.

Skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Public service

Education

ABA accredited law school

Job description

Washington State Attorney General’s Office is seeking law clerks to gain exceptional legal experience in a professional law office. Positions emphasize public service, mentorship, and exposure to diverse, meaningful legal work.

Typical duties include researching and writing memoranda and pleadings, assisting in litigation preparation, drafting client memos, and observing court proceedings with potential to present in court for Rule 9 clerks.