Domestic Violence-LOCAL LAW STUDENTS
THIS POSTING IS FOR LOCAL LAW STUDENTS ONLY. YOU MUST BE A LAW STUDENT IN THE GREATER HOUSTON AREA TO APPLY FOR THIS OPENING.
General Summary
The Domestic Violence Division has three paid interns who support the attorneys and administrative assistants. Interns generate and maintain case files for all pending cases, process cases through the division's case management workflow, and interact with the public in person and by telephone. Interns act as the primary support personnel for administrative assistants and attorneys.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Manage files (including filing cases away, pulling cases to match up with filed motions, organizing filed documents, etc.)
- Prepare dockets for ADA review
- Communications: answer phones, interact with the public in person, generate and respond to emails
- Other tasks as directed
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Ability to listen and follow basic instructions
- Excellent communication skills for interacting with the public
- Bilingual skills (especially Spanish) are a plus
- Ability to keep a neat and tidy workspace and organize files and documents
- Familiarity with and proficiency in computer skills such as email, spreadsheet creation and maintenance, word processing, scanning, and e‑filing
Required Education/Experience
Interns must be enrolled and actively taking classes in an accredited law school. One year of law school experience is preferred; second- and third‑year law students (2Ls and 3Ls) will be considered.
Compensation and Work Hours
Paid interns receive a salary of $20.00 per hour for up to 25 hours per week. HCDAO asks that interns be able to commit to at least 20 hours per week. All work is performed in the office; there are no work‑from‑home opportunities for interns.