Post-Bar and Public Interest Law Fellowship - Riverside
Federal Public Defender, Central District of Californiaa day ago
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Summary
Federal Public Defender, Central District of California is offering a Post-Bar and Public Interest Law Fellowship in Riverside, CA. The role involves working on cases related to federal criminal defense under the supervision of an attorney.
About the Role
As a Post-Bar and Public Interest Law Fellow, you will have the opportunity to work on cases in trial, appellate, capital habeas, or non-capital habeas units. You will assist with court hearings and trials, working directly with federal criminal defendants.
About You
Required:
- Recent law school graduate awaiting bar exam and/or bar results.
- Demonstrated commitment to indigent criminal defense and/or public interest law.
- Superior oral and written communication skills.
- Excellent research skills.
- Ability to work well in teams.
Benefits
- Unpaid position with the possibility of securing funding through law school or other sources.
- Opportunity to gain practical experience in federal criminal defense.
Federal Public Defender, Central District of California
Our office has been representing indigent clients charged with federal crimes since 1971. We represent the vast majority of people charged with federal crimes in the Central District. Our representation starts from the day of arrest through the resolution of the case by trial or plea and in the event of sentencing.
Riverside, CA