Law Clerk - Summer 2026 jobs in United States
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NEOGOV · 2 weeks ago

Law Clerk - Summer 2026

NEOGOV is associated with Butte County's District Attorney's Office, offering a summer law clerk position. The role involves providing hands-on experience in criminal law through legal research, drafting motions, and assisting with trial preparation under supervision.

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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

Legal researchWriting motionsTrial preparationCriminal law knowledgeOral communicationWritten communication

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

NEOGOV is the leading provider of workforce management software uniquely designed for the public sector, education, and public safety.

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage
Total Funding
$700M
Key Investors
Warburg Pincus
2025-07-28Secondary Market· $700M
2025-07-28Acquired
2021-06-02Private Equity

Leadership Team

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Shane Evangelist
CEO
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Brandon McDonald
Head Of Marketing
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