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Muskegon County

Assistant Public Defender

Muskegon, MI · On-site

$77K - $116K/yr

The Assistant Public Defender (APD) is a trial lawyer position that supports the appointed Public ... interns. While initially under supervision, the lawyer progressively gains independence with ...

Pimacounty

Paralegal - Public Defense Services

Tucson, AZ · On-site

$23.98 - $28.19/hr

Public Defender, Public Fiduciary). Job Type: Classified Job Classification: 5700 - Paralegal Salary Grade: 8 Pay Range Hiring Range: $23.98 - $28.19 Per Hour Pay Range: $23.98 - $32.39 Per Hour ...

County of Clarion

Assistant Public Defender

Clarion, PA · On-site

$66K/yr

WORK EXPERIENCE None required, but public defender internship or similar experience is preferred. CLEARANCES Must work in conjunction with employer to apply for Act 34 PA State Police Criminal ...

County of Clarion

Assistant Public Defender

Clarion, PA · On-site

$66K/yr

WORK EXPERIENCE None required, but public defender internship or similar experience is preferred. CLEARANCES Must work in conjunction with employer to apply for Act 34 PA State Police Criminal ...

CITY OF CHEYENNE

Paralegal/Legal Assistant

Cheyenne, WY · On-site

$56K - $67K/yr

Public Defender SUPERVISOR: Public Defender SALARY: $56,128 to $67,354 Annually GENERAL Under the direction and supervision of the Public Defender, this position performs paralegal duties with ...

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As of Aug 10, 2026, the average yearly pay for internship paralegal public defender in the United States is $71,376.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $54,500.00 and $89,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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An Internship Paralegal Public Defender assists attorneys in a public defender’s office by supporting legal defense work for individuals who cannot afford private counsel. Their responsibilities may include conducting legal research, drafting documents, organizing case files, interviewing clients and witnesses, and helping prepare cases for trial. This role provides valuable hands-on experience in criminal law and the justice system, often working closely with attorneys and other legal staff. Interns gain insight into courtroom procedures and the legal challenges faced by underserved populations.

What are some common challenges internship paralegals face while working in a public defender's office?

Internship Paralegals in a Public Defender's office often encounter challenges such as managing a high-volume caseload, working under tight deadlines, and navigating sensitive client situations. The fast-paced environment requires strong organizational skills and the ability to adapt quickly to changing priorities. Additionally, interns must maintain professionalism and empathy when interacting with clients who may be under significant stress, while supporting attorneys with tasks like case research, document preparation, and trial preparation. This experience offers valuable exposure to courtroom procedures and team-based legal work.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an internship paralegal public defender?

To thrive as an Internship Paralegal in a Public Defender's office, you need a foundational understanding of legal principles, strong research and writing skills, and enrollment in or completion of a paralegal studies program. Familiarity with legal research databases like Westlaw or LexisNexis, case management software, and proficiency in Microsoft Office are typically required. Attention to detail, discretion, and excellent organizational and communication skills help interns manage sensitive information and support legal teams effectively. These skills are critical to ensuring accurate case preparation, client confidentiality, and efficient legal support in a high-stakes, fast-paced environment.
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Paralegal - Tucson

Federal Public Defender's Office

Tucson, AZ • On-site

$76K - $108K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Life, Retirement

Posted 16 days ago

Job description

THE FEDERAL PUBLIC DEFENDER for the District of Arizona is accepting applications for the position of a full-time paralegal to be stationed in the Tucson Trial Unit. The Federal Public Defender operates under authority of Title 18, United States Code, Section 3006A(g)(2)(A), to provide federal criminal defense services to individuals unable to afford counsel.

Requirements: To qualify, a person must be a high school graduate or equivalent, have a minimum of three years of general experience, and three years of specialized experience. Some higher education may be substituted for specialized experience. A bachelor's degree is preferred. Applicants must possess proficient computer and document creation/editing skills and have experience working in a law office. Previous experience in indigent criminal defense is preferred. Experience with Microsoft office applications, CaseMap, Westlaw and Lexis are required. Experience in preparation of sentencing videos and use of video editing software is preferred. Proficiency with PowerPoint, Trial Director, and Summation is preferred. Applicants should have strong organizational skills, should be self-motivated, detail-orientated and a team player. Spanish language fluency is required for this position.Applicants selected for interview will be tested for Spanish-speaking fluency. Applicants must be a U.S. citizen. Employment is dependent upon a satisfactory background investigation.

Duties: Paralegals are expected to provide a full range of paralegal services to staff attorneys. Duties include, but are not limited to, document creation/editing support, litigation support (both in and out of court), case preparation, preparation of sentencing videos, maintenance of files, organizing and indexing discovery, evidence and exhibits, as well as locating and retrieving documents, information and records from outside sources, client communication, to included traveling to meet with clients, assisting lawyers during trial and assisting in-field investigators.

Salary and Benefits: The starting salary will be fixed commensurate with experience and qualifications of the applicant. For the paralegal position the range is from JSP-11, Step 1, to JSP-13, Step 1, currently yielding $76,095 to $108,455 per annum. The position is in the excepted service and does not carry the tenure rights of the competitive Civil Service. The position does include regular Government employee benefits including health and life insurance, retirement, and the Thrift Savings Plan. Salary is payable only by Electronic Funds Transfer (direct deposit). All positions are at will and are subject to the availability of funds.

How to Apply: Qualified persons should apply via the online application system at https://azfd.acquiretm.com/home.aspx. To be considered for the position, applicants need to register at the above web address and create an online profile, or login if you already have a profile. Please follow the prompts to upload a letter of interest and resume. References will be required from candidates selected for an interview. Announced July 24, 2026; Closes: August 14, 2026.

The Federal Public Defender is an equal-opportunity employer. All applicants, regardless of race, ethnicity, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, disability, or age, are encouraged to apply.


Equal Opportunity Employer. The Federal Public Defender for the District of Arizona is an equal opportunity employer. Individuals from groups underrepresented in national projects within the defender community are encouraged to apply.