Legal Intern Position
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AEquitas provides training and technical assistance to address the needs of prosecutors and allied professional who work on issues related to the
prosecution of violence against women. 1L, 2L, and 3L students interested in a career of criminal prosecution and working with issues concerning
sexual assault, domestic violence, stalking, and dating violence are encouraged to apply.
Specific topics of legal research may include battered women charged with crimes, stalking in the technology age, victim-centered prosecution strategies,
victim behavior, intimidation/forfeiture by wrongdoing, strangulation, interpreting toxicology, domestic violence homicides, role of sexual assault nurse
examiners, evaluating medical experts and other relevant evidentiary or procedural issues. In addition to researching developing areas of law, interns
will have an opportunity to gain insight to the practical application of their research to the courtroom. They will learn how prosecutors utilize
evidence in court, address issues of admissibility, and use experts in trial. Interns will be involved in the organization of state specific and
national training events on domestic violence, dating violence and stalking and may have the opportunity to attend trainings where feasible.
Legal Intern Responsibilities
- Research and synthesize statutes and relevant case law related to the prosecution of violence against women
- Identify pending legislation and emerging issues concerning domestic, sexual, and dating violence and stalking
- Compile and maintain sample trial motions, briefs, and transcripts
- Assist in the development of resources for frontline prosecutors and allied professionals in the field of violence against women
- Assist in writing and editing newsletters, monographs, and other national publications
- Assist in organizing and hosting state specific and national training events on domestic and sexual violence, dating violence, and stalking
- Support AEquitas Attorney Advisors and Medical Advisor as needed
Applicant Qualifications
- 1L, 2L, or 3L in an ABA accredited law school
- Superb research and legal writing skills
- Strong computer skills and proficiency in use of Westlaw and other online legal search tools
- Demonstrated interest in criminal justice, prosecution, and issues of violence against women
- Ability to work with others and independently as needed
- Strong organizational skills and detail-oriented
- Completed criminal law, criminal procedure and evidence courses preferred, not required
Application Information
Legal Internship positions are unpaid and intended for law students volunteering or applying for stipend or course credit. AEquitas is flexible in
accommodating students' course schedules. Please indicate with application materials whether you would like to be considered for a part-time or
full-time position and the semester for which you are available.
Qualified applicants should send a cover letter, resume, transcript, and writing sample to info@AEquitasResource.org.
PCAR is an equal opportunity employer.
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