Legal Intern (Public Defender's Department)

Job Description Position Summary: Research & writing at all stages of legal representation. Position Responsibilities: Essential Functions: Researching legal issues & drafting memorandum on legal issues. Aiding Attorney data entry. Non-Essential Functions: Miscellaneous typing and data entry. Minimum Education and Experience: Admission to Accredited Law School. Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: General knowledge of PA Criminal Law. Familiarity with West Law or Lexis Nexis legal research. Ability to use Windows based computer programs. Possess good oratory skills and decision-making skills. Excellent interpersonal skills. Ability to work independently. Ability to handle stress. Physical presence in office. Physical Demands: Will frequently be required to sit for extended periods of time, stand, walk, talk, and hear. Will work with office equipment, which can create eye strain. Working Environment: Normal office & court room environment. This position description serves as a guideline for communicating the essential functions and other information about the position to the applicant/employee. It is not intended to create a binding employment contract nor cover every detail of the position and may be changed where appropriate.

Created: 2026-03-04