About the role#
This 10-week summer externship offers law students exposure to the civil practice of the King County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office. The Civil Division handles a wide range of legal matters, including contracts, employment, land use, and litigation. Externs gain experience with the office to explore future career paths in public service and civil law.
What you'll do#
- Perform legal research and writing tasks.
- Observe and provide general support for depositions, mediations, court hearings, and trials.
- Participate in equity work and attend required equity trainings.
- Collaborate with attorneys on public projects and legal initiatives.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment as a 1L law student.
- Genuine interest in public service and civil law.
- Basic legal research and writing skills.
- Willingness to work under deadlines.
- Ability to maintain professionalism in law office and courtroom settings.
- Must submit to a criminal history check and fingerprinting.
- Must reside in Washington state and within a reasonable distance to the worksite.
Location & details#
- Location: Columbia Center, 701 5th Ave, Seattle, WA.
- Schedule: Full-time, Monday through Friday.
- Modality: Hybrid, with a minimum of three days in the office per week.
- Compensation: $33.37 per hour.
- Term: Summer 2027.
About King County, WA
King County operates as a government agency based in Seattle, Washington. It provides services to more than 2 million residents. The organization employs over 8,000 people. It functions as a large employer within the state.
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