POSTING TYPE: Open-competitive
DEPARTMENT: County Attorney
HOURS: Part-time
HOURLY SALARY: $24.00
LOCATION: Judicial Center in Hastings and Northern Service Center in West St. Paul
UNION: None
CLOSE DATE: 4:30 pm on Wednesday, May 8, 2024.
Law Student Practitioner works under attorney supervision to conduct legal research, prepare legal research memos and documents and represent Dakota County where permitted. The Dakota County Attorney's Office has four divisions. The divisions include: Civil, Adult Criminal, Child Support Enforcement, and Juvenile, Protective Services & Appellate. Law Clerks work in our Service Centers in West St Paul (Child Support) or Hastings (all other divisions). We are currently accepting applicants to fill a position in the Child Support Division.
** The department is asking that all candidates submit a resume, cover letter and a 3-4 page writing sample before submitting their application.
Work hours are variable based on the candidate's availability (school schedule) and County Attorney Office needs. Typically, during the academic year, work hours do not exceed 20 hours/week. Full-time hours are available in the summer. Work study funding preferred but not required.
The Dakota County Attorney's Office welcomes and is inclusive of diverse people, backgrounds, and perspectives. The Office aims to reflect the community and clients it serves and fosters an equitable and respectful working environment where everyone is empowered to be their authentic selves.
* Completion of one year of law school by June 1st, 2024
AND
* Eligible for certification under the Supervised Practice Rules by June 1st, 2024
AND
* Ability to pass a fingerprint-based background check
1. Conduct legal research and prepare written memoranda.
2. Draft motions, pleadings and various legal documents.
3. Represent the State and/or Dakota County in court hearings as a Law Student Practitioner under attorney supervision.
Selection Process