Butte County · 1 week ago
Law Clerk - Summer 2026
Oroville, CA
Part-time
Onsite
New GradButte County is seeking a Summer Law Clerk to provide hands-on, paid experience in criminal law under the supervision of prosecutors. The role involves legal research, drafting motions, assisting with trial preparation, and conducting contested hearings.
Government Administration
Responsibilities
Research and analyze principles, concepts, codes and case law
Draft correspondence, memos and legal motions
Review, analyze and apply evidence, reports, recordings and witness interviews
Investigate facts and case law to prepare cases, determine actions and recommend strategy
Prepare legal documents including motions, affidavits, jury instructions, warrants and other documents for use by a Deputy District Attorney
Work closely with Deputy District Attorneys to make filing or declination decisions, research and drafting motions, preparing cases for trial and developing case tactics
Provide a wide range of legal support, administrative duties and other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Successfully complete the course equivalent of at least two (2) years of law school (for a three year program) or three (3) years of law school (for a four year program) prior to the start of employment
Be eligible and willing to work as a certified law student through the California State Bar Practical Training of Law Students program
Consent to and pass a background investigation
Law students selected for the positions may not perform any work (paid or unpaid) for any criminal defense attorney during the pendency of their clerkship with this office
Attach a resume, cover letter and transcript
Attach two letters of recommendation
Attach a writing sample not to exceed 5 pages
Preferred
Demonstrated interest in criminal law
Solid legal research skills
Ability to communicate -- orally and in writing - in a clear and persuasive manner
Company
Butte County
Butte County is a place of natural beauty with countless opportunities for recreation in both rural and urban environments.
Founded in 1850
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Matt Michaelis
Deputy Chief Administrative Officer - Budget Director
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