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What is the difference between Internship Non Practicing Attorney vs Paralegal?

AspectInternship Non Practicing AttorneyParalegal
CredentialsLaw degree, bar exam completion (not licensed)Associate's degree or paralegal certificate
Work EnvironmentLaw firms, legal departments, internshipsLaw firms, corporate legal departments, government agencies
Employer & Industry UsageLegal internships for law students or graduatesSupport legal teams with research, drafting, and administrative tasks

The main difference is that an Internship Non Practicing Attorney is a law graduate or student gaining legal experience without being licensed, while a Paralegal supports attorneys with legal tasks but does not have a law degree or license. Both roles are integral to legal operations but differ in credentials and responsibilities.

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Senior Trial Attorney

Third Judicial District Attorney's Office

Las Cruces, NM

Full-time

Posted 26 days ago

Job description

Purpose:
This position provides for the prosecution of criminal and non-criminal cases.


Supervision:
Incumbent receives general supervision from the assigned supervisor. Incumbent may provide supervision of employees and units (such as domestic violence unit). May provide input on employee development, discipline, etc.


Examples of Work Performed:
Incumbent may handle all levels of crimes. May undertake special projects such as community education projects and law enforcement training. Leads or assists in trial teams; performs other non-prosecution duties as assigned; supervises or mentors other attorneys and/or staff, performs training for staff and law enforcement; works with law enforcement at crime scenes; performs non-prosecution duties such as community outreach; participates on boards and task forces and other groups assigned; performs other related job duties; complex felony work may be under supervision.


Distinguishing Characteristics:
This is an advanced level position of the attorney series. The incumbent may demonstrate the ability to progress to the next level by acquiring relevant experience.


Working Conditions:
Work is performed in office, courtroom and community environments. Some physical effort and travel may be required. Incumbent may be required to work under stressful situations and/or conditions. Incumbent may be required to go to crime scenes.


Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
This position requires comprehensive and current knowledge and skills in the areas of criminal prosecution, rules of evidence and rules of criminal procedure; public relations; organization and supervision; basic computer skills including working knowledge of office systems; fully effective trial skills; ability to draft legal documents; ability to work effectively with other criminal agencies; ability to communicate effectively; ability to research/analyze information and situations. Works independently with minimal consultation with supervisors (except for higher profile or complex cases). Significant prosecutorial discretion on cases within assigned case load.


Requirements:
Licensed attorney to practice law in New Mexico plus a minimum of four (4) years as a practicing attorney in criminal law or three (3) years as a prosecuting attorney.


Preferred Qualifications:
Five (5) to seven (7) years or more of relevant prosecution experience.

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