2027 Spring, Summer & Fall Externship Program – Trial Division Student Law Clerk | Oregon Public Defense Commission (Portland, OR)
Core
Unpaid educational externship for law students to gain hands-on experience in criminal defense litigation and public service within the Trial Division.
Role type
Student Law Clerk (Extern)
Builds
Legal research, case preparation, and client-related support for public defense services.
Domain
Public Law / Criminal Defense
Deliverable
research
Required skills
Legal research, legal writing, analytical thinking, critical thinking, problem-solving, verbal communication, written communication, professional judgment, ethical responsibility, organization, time management
Preferred skills
Public service commitment, understanding of indigent defense, ability to collaborate, adaptability, ability to learn from feedback
Technologies
None stated
Responsibilities
Conduct legal research and writing, prepare cases, observe court proceedings, support attorneys in delivering public defense services
Seniority
Student (Law School)