Law Offices of the Public Defender, County of Riverside
Posted on:
Apr 22,2025
Job Profile:
Application deadline for the Summer 2025 program is April 21st, 2025, or until all positions are filled. The program dates are from June 2nd, 2025, to August 8th, 2025.
Law Clerk Responsibilities and Experience
- Work directly with attorneys in court, representing indigent clients in misdemeanor and felony criminal cases.
- Assist attorneys with research and writing projects, motion work, and trial preparation.
- Opportunities to work with specialized units within the office, including Mental Health, Immigration, Domestic Violence, Juvenile, and Complex Litigation Units.
- Eligible for certification under the rules of the State Bar to appear in court, on the record, under the supervision of deputy public defenders.
- Past certified law clerks have argued motions, conducted preliminary hearings, and participated in jury trials under supervision.
- Participate in training seminars on criminal law, ethics, and trial practice.
- Unpaid volunteer positions for currently enrolled law school students.
- Must pass a background check.
- Ideal candidates have a demonstrated interest in criminal law, trial practice, or public service and a desire to work with indigent and underserved communities.
- Positions available in Riverside, Banning, Southwest (Murrieta), and Coachella Valley (Indio) offices.
Eligibility Requirements and Application Process
- Currently enrolled in an accredited law school.
- Submit application by April 21st, 2025, or until all positions are filled.
- Must pass a background check.
- Submit a resume, cover letter, and three references with the application.
- Selected candidates will be invited for an interview.
Benefits and Opportunities
- Gain hands-on experience in criminal law, trial practice, and public service.
- Work directly with attorneys and have opportunities to appear in court under supervision.
- Specialized unit placements offer exposure to various areas of law and potential for future career development.
- Participate in training seminars to enhance legal knowledge and skills.
- Networking opportunities with experienced attorneys and fellow law clerks.
- Make a positive impact in the community by representing indigent clients.
Organization: Law Offices of the Public Defender, County of Riverside
Department: Summer Law Clerk Program
Job Title: Summer Law Clerk
Experience: Currently enrolled in an accredited law school
Salary: Unpaid volunteer position
H1: Join Our Summer Law Clerk Program
H2: Gain Experience in Criminal Law and Public Service
Organization: Law Offices of the Public Defender, County of Riverside
Department: Summer Law Clerk Program
Job Title: Summer Law Clerk
Experience: Currently enrolled in an accredited law school
Salary: Unpaid volunteer position
The Law Offices of the Public Defender, County of Riverside, is currently seeking law students to join our Summer Law Clerk Program. This program offers hands-on experience in criminal law and public service, as well as opportunities to work with specialized units within the office.
Our law clerks work directly with attorneys, representing indigent clients in misdemeanor and felony criminal cases. They also assist with research and writing projects, motion work, and trial preparation. Additionally, our certified law clerks have the opportunity to appear in court under the supervision of deputy public defenders.
In addition to practical experience, law clerks participate in training seminars on criminal law, ethics, and trial practice. This program is an unpaid volunteer position for currently enrolled law school students. Applicants must pass a background check and have a demonstrated interest in criminal law, trial practice, or public service.
We are currently accepting applications for our Riverside, Banning, Southwest (Murrieta), and Coachella Valley (Indio) offices. The program dates are from June 2nd, 2025, to August 8th, 2025, with an application deadline of April 21st, 2025, or until all positions are filled.
Join our Summer Law Clerk Program and gain valuable experience in criminal law and public service while making a positive impact in the community. Apply now to be considered for this unique opportunity.
