Legal Intern

SUMMARY: The primary purpose of this role is working collaboratively with Parrish DeVaughn attorneys to provide the best legal services possible for the benefit of our clients.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Support Attorney to develop and revise appropriate legal strategies for discovery, investigation, mediation, handling, and trial/hearing of cases.
• Research applicable laws, regulations, and legal precedents to support attorneys.
• Submit necessary and appropriate documents, pleadings, motions, briefs, opinions and/or settlement negotiations as requested by lead Attorney.?
• Assist Attorney to prepare for discovery, hearings, trials, depositions, oral arguments, mediations, and/or other legal proceedings relevant to cases.
• Perform administrative functions related to the practice of the law and firm.
• Comply with all legal standards and regulations.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by Managing Attorney.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree required
• Must be enrolled in JD program with an accredited Law School
• Eagerness to learn and collaborate
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills