The writs and appeals unit of the Federal Public Defender for the Central District represents indigent criminal defendants in their appeals to the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals and the U.S. Supreme Court, and in collateral litigation in federal district court. If you are interested in working in appellate criminal defense, we have unpaid, full-time summer clerkships available for up to two law students.
For ten weeks, the clerks will work closely with appellate lawyers at our downtown L.A. office on many aspects of their work—reviewing records and brainstorming issues for appeal, drafting memos on potential appeal issues, developing appellate strategy in communication with clients, and potentially drafting sections of appellate briefs. You’ll also get a chance to talk to incarcerated clients about their appeals and participate in moots for Ninth Circuit arguments. Through it all, you’ll get both informal training through attorney mentors and more formal training through sessions offered to all of the office’s summer clerks.
Summer appellate clerks are expected to volunteer for 40 hours a week for ten weeks. If you wish to participate in the program for fewer than ten weeks, please describe your availability in the cover letter submitted with your application.
Applicants to the program must be attending an accredited law school. The program seeks applicants with strong written and oral communication skills and a demonstrated interest in indigent defense.
Many law schools will award academic credit to participants in the law clerk program. The requirements and procedures vary depending upon the specific school’s guidelines. You would be responsible for coordinating between your school and our office to ensure that any paperwork and other requirements are met.
Please submit a cover letter, résumé, writing sample, and unofficial transcript at Current Openings - FPDCDCA .
...skills What We're Looking For Active license to practice law in West Virginia Pennsylvania licensure (or licensure in neighboring... ..., product liability, class actions, construction, employment, environmental, insurance coverage and bad faith, life sciences, professional...
Job OverviewWe're seeking an experienced Web Developer to join our team. As a Web Developer, you will be responsible for designing, developing... ...and supportive work environmentProfessional development opportunitiesFlexible working hours and remote work options...
...The #1 Leading Provider of In - Home Care in Dallas Texas Our Mission at Home Care Assistance is to change the way the world ages. We provide older adults with quality care that enables them to live a happier healthier life. Our services are distinguished by the caliber...
...of the Deputy Labor Commissioner Supervisor (DLC Supervisor/Senior Deputy), the Deputy Labor Commissioner I (DLC I) proactively investigates claims to evaluate compliance with the law. The DLC I interviews workers, holds settlement conferences to resolve disputes prior...
...us...As a Supporter/PartnerUnfortunately, we do not utilize volunteers at Triple Play due to the fact that we are a for profit company as well as the confidential nature of our counseling sessions. However, here are some other suggestions for getting involved:...