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Law Student Volunteer, Academic Year Fall Jobs in New Orleans, Louisiana, USA at The United States Department of Justice
Law Student Volunteer, Academic Year Fall 2025/Spring 2026
Hiring Organization: United States Attorney’s Office (USAO)
Hiring Office: Eastern District of Louisiana
Location: 650 Poydras St., Suite 1600
Final date to receive applications: 4/30/2025 at 11:59PM EST
About the Office: The United States Attorney’s Office serves as the principal litigator for its judicial district and is responsible for coordinating multiple agency investigations within the district. The United States Attorney has the responsibility and authority to prosecute violations of federal criminal statutes, defend the government in civil actions, seek enforcement of a variety of civil enforcement statutes, and institute proceedings for the collection of fines and penalties.
Job Description: Typical assignments include assisting with all aspects of case preparation such as researching legal issues, drafting and writing motions, responses and pleadings, providing trial support to Assistant United States Attorneys, and assembling exhibits for trial. Students observe trials in the District Court and appellate arguments at the United States Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit.
Qualifications:
Second and Third year law students. Law school graduates are not eligible for volunteer law clerk positions.
Must be a U.S. citizen
Subject to a background investigation due to the sensitive nature of the work performed by the office.
Application Process: Applicants should submit:
Resume
Official Law School Transcript
Legal Writing Sample
Please include the date you are available to start and telephone number(s).
Volunteer (uncompensated). Course credit is available depending on school requirements.
Travel: Not Required
Relocation Expenses: Relocation Expenses will not be paid.
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Title: Law Student Volunteer, Academic Year Fall
Company: The United States Department of Justice
Location: New Orleans, Louisiana, USA
Category: Law/Legal (Lawyer, Legal Counsel, Litigation)
