LOCAL LAW STUDENT Paid Intern-General Litigation
Company: Harris County District Attorney's Office
Location: Houston
Posted on: April 2, 2026
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Job Description:
THIS POSTING IS FOR LOCAL LAW STUDENTS ONLY. YOU MUST BE A LAW
STUDENT IN THE GREATER HOUSTON AREA TO APPLY FOR THIS OPENING.
General Summary The General Litigation Bureau has one paid Intern
who works to support the attorneys in the Division by helping to
run the Fugitive Extradition Docket. Duties and Responsibilities
Communicate out-of-state fugitive rules and procedures to defense
counsel and out-of-state agencies. Work effectively in a
fast-paced, accuracy-sensitive environment. Manage cases involving
out-of-state fugitives and extradition matters under the
supervision of a senior attorney. Facilitate the extradition
process for individuals detained on out-of-state warrants to ensure
the timely resolution of legal matters. Monitor and update the
fugitive docket daily while reviewing charging instruments,
warrants, and other case-related documents. Attend court
proceedings and coordinate docket resets to maintain case flow and
ensure compliance with legal timelines. Communicate regularly with
defense counsel, local law enforcement, and out-of-state agencies
to streamline case progression. Draft and process case-specific
court motions and orders, and conduct legal research to support
filings. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Must have the ability to
listen and follow basic instructions, and great attention to
detail. Excellent communication skills are necessary to communicate
with and interact with the defense bar, judges, and law enforcement
agencies. Must have the ability to keep a neat and tidy workspace
and to organize files and documents. Must have familiarity with and
proficiency in computer skills such as email, word processing,
scanning, etc. Required Education/Experience Interns are expected
to be enrolled and actively taking classes in an accredited law
school. Two years of law school experience is required, meaning
that only third-year law students (3Ls) will be considered for the
position. The applicant must be bar card eligible prior to starting
work. Compensation and Work Hours This is not a summer position.
This internship generally lasts for one year (end of 2L year
through end of 3L year) with breaks for finals. Paid interns are
paid a salary of $20.00 per hour for up to 25 hours per week. HCDAO
ask that paid interns have the ability to commit to at least 20
hours per week. All work is done in office as there are no work
from home opportunities available for interns.
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