Job Description
OPD is accepting applications for our Law Clerk Externship program .
OPD's Law Clerk Externship is a hands-on program offered year round, including fall and spring semesters and spring break. Law clerks assist attorneys in all aspects of criminal litigation including performing legal research, conducting factual investigation, drafting memoranda and motions, analyzing discovery materials and preparing briefs.
Law clerks are required to abide by OPD's confidentiality policy, and to act at all times in the best interest of OPD's clients. Law clerks may be asked to do everything a staff attorney does for a client on a case short of speaking on the record in court. This may include, but not limited too:
As this is an unpaid position, we encourage you to obtain funding through your school or an outside source. We are happy to work with you to complete any necessary paperwork. Many schools also award academic credit for clerkships. If you are approved for academic credit, we will work with you and your school throughout the process.
How to Apply: Interested law students should submit all of the following to be considered for the position:
1. Cover letter/statement of interest
2. Resume
3. Unofficial Transcript
4. Writing sample
5. Class schedule (for the period you want to serve)
6. Availability (provide a date range)
7. Any other critical information
Applicants selected for an interview will be contacted for further information. Incomplete applications will not be considered. No phone calls.
OPD is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants for employment will be considered without regard to race, creed, color, age, religion, gender, national origin, disability, veteran status or sexual orientation.
The Orleans Public Defenders provide representation to indigent criminal defendants in Orleans Parish. OPD’s mission is to fight for our clients by providing excellent client-centered representation, reforming the system and partnering with the community. OPD is committed to representation that respects the humanity and dignity of those within the criminal legal system.
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