Rule 9 Licensed Legal Intern | Criminal Division

Job Responsibilities

• Infractions Intern Duties (Specialty Courts Unit)
• Represent the City on infractions calendars up to six times per week
• To include contested hearings (testimonial or nontestimonial direct/cross examinations), mitigations, amendments per negotiations
• Review and evaluate evidence to determine appropriate negotiations or dispositions
• Engage in active negotiations with attorneys or pro se defendants
• Criminal Intern Duties (Trial Team Unit or Domestic Violence Unit)
• Represent the City on pretrial and review calendars up to two times per week
• Research, file, and argue motions on a variety of cases, including Assault and DUI
• Second-chair jury and bench trials
• Assist in evidence review

Qualifications

• Successfully candidates must fulfill the licensing requirements outlined in Rule 9 of the Washington State Bar Association by their start date.
• WSBA Rule 9 Admissions Completion of the second year of a full-time J.D. program by the internship start date.
• Minimum law school GPA of 3.0.

Additional Information

• Application Process– For your application to be accepted, you must:
  • Complete the online City of Seattle Application(https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/seattle/transferjobs)
  • Please attach the following documents to your application (PDF preferred):
    • Cover Letter describing your interest in SCAO and how your skills and experience align with the stated responsibilities and qualifications.
    • Resume indicating relevant experience and education.
    • Writing sample (5-10 pages)
    • Law school unofficial transcript (Must maintain a minimum of a 3.0 GPA)
• Application Submission Guidelines – All applicants are required to apply on or before the closing date indicated on the job posting.
• Note: The required documents listed in the above "Application Process" section must be attached to the application prior to the job closing date indicated to ensure consideration for the application submitted.
• Contact the Office of Human Resources on or before the closing date indicated above at Law_HR@Seattle.gov should you need assistance with the online application process.

Who may apply

• This position is open to all candidates who meet the minimum qualifications.
• The City of Seattle values diverse perspectives and life experiences.
• Applicants will be considered regardless of race, color, creed, national origin, ancestry, sex, gender identity or expression, family or marital status, disability, religious or political affiliation, age, sexual orientation, medical condition, pregnancy, or other protected characteristics.