Intern- District Attorney's Office at Unified Government of Wyandotte County and Kansas City

Arlington, Virginia, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

04 Jul, 26

Salary

20.0

Posted On

05 Apr, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Legal research, Case preparation, Trial preparation, Courtroom experience, Traffic docket management, Preliminary hearings, Criminal law, Legal writing, Lawyering skills

Industry

Government Administration

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: Must have Rule 719 student license. 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. The Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity in its workforce. If you need to reach a member of the Human Resources staff, please call (913) 573-5660 or email jobs@wycokck.org. Company: Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, KS Learn more about us on our Website.

Responsibilities

The intern will assist with case and trial preparation while gaining courtroom experience by handling traffic dockets and preliminary hearings. They will also receive training in essential lawyering skills and gain insight into legal institutions.