Intern (Paid) - Public Defender
County of Berks · berkspa.gov
ReadingOn-siteInternPart-time
The job in short
Legal research and drafting for public defender office.
Legal
Details
- Found
- 23 d ago · posted 2026-09-04
- Location as listed
- Reading, PA, United States
- Role
- Paralegal / Legal Support
- Source
- The company’s own careers site
Full description
POSITION SUMMARY:
Research & writing at all stages of legal representation.
POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:
Essential Functions
• The duties and responsibilities of this position include, but are not necessarily limited to:
• Researching legal issues & drafting a memorandum on legal issues.
• Aiding Attorney data entry.
• Miscellaneous typing and data entry.
MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
• Admission to Accredited Law School.
MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
• General knowledge of PA Criminal Law.
• Familiarity with Westlaw or Lexis Nexis legal research.
• Ability to use Windows-based computer programs.
• Possess good oratory skills and decision-making skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills,
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to handle stress.
• Physical presence in the office.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Will frequently be required to sit for extended periods of time, stand, walk, talk, and hear. Will work with office equipment, which can create eye strain.
WORKING ENVIRONMENT:
Normal office & court room environment.
This position description serves as a guideline for communicating the essential functions and other information about the position to the applicant/employee. It is not intended to create a binding employment contract nor cover every detail of the position, and may be changed where appropriate.
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