Law Clerk Intern - Public Defender's Office

Oakland County•Pontiac, MI

1d•$19 - $22•Onsite

About The Position

Oakland County is more than just a workplace. It is a place where you can make a real difference. As one of Michigan’s leading public service organizations, we are committed to strengthening communities, delivering essential services, and improving the quality of life for nearly 1.3 million residents. When you join our team, you become part of a mission-driven workforce guided by integrity, innovation, and a passion for public service. We offer competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and the opportunity to do meaningful work that matters. Apply today and help shape the future of Oakland County, where we are All Ways Moving Forward. For more information about Oakland County benefits and employee perks, please visit: https://www.oakgov.com/government/human-resources/benefits/new-hire General Summary $18.61 - $21.71 This position is On-site GENERAL SUMMARY Are you looking to build real-world legal experience while supporting attorneys in their casework? Under close supervision, the Law Clerk Intern researches laws, reviews case decisions, and gathers facts to help attorneys prepare legal documents. This role includes assisting with briefs, pleadings, motions, and trial binders, maintaining organized case files and correspondence, and attending court to support assigned attorneys. ________________________________________ What You’ll Do • Conduct legal research using statutes, court decisions, and legal articles to support assigned cases. • Analyze information and prepare written summaries or recommendations for attorney review. • Draft or assist in drafting legal documents such as briefs, pleadings, and sentencing memorandums. • Maintain organized case files and related correspondence. • Attend court proceedings to assist the assigned attorney. Why You’ll Love This Job • You will gain hands-on experience supporting attorneys in active cases. • You will observe court proceedings and learn how cases move through the legal process. • You will strengthen your legal research, writing, and organizational skills. • You will work in a professional office environment using legal software systems. This temporary seasonal internship provides practical experience and a strong foundation for future work in the legal field.

Requirements

Must be enrolled in Law School.
Possess a valid motor vehicle operator’s or chauffeur’s license.
Must maintain a valid driver’s or chauffeur’s license.
Ability to communicate, operate office equipment, handle supplies, and to prepare written documents.

Responsibilities

Conduct legal research using statutes, court decisions, and legal articles to support assigned cases.
Analyze information and prepare written summaries or recommendations for attorney review.
Draft or assist in drafting legal documents such as briefs, pleadings, and sentencing memorandums.
Maintain organized case files and related correspondence.
Attend court proceedings to assist the assigned attorney.
Conducts research to identify the appropriate laws, judicial decisions, legal articles, and other material relevant to the assigned issue.
Analyzes information and prepares written recommendations used by the attorney to decide how the case should be handled.
Prepares or assists attorneys in preparing legal documents such as briefs, pleadings, appeals, contracts, and deeds using specialized software.
Maintains files of case documents and correspondence.
Utilizes current county-wide and/or department specific software to complete assignments.
Assists preparing discovery to send to defense counsel.
Assists in the preparation of FOIA responses.
May obtain affidavits and assist the attorney during trial.