Closing Date: 6th February, 2026
Description:
About the Office:Ryan Kriegshauser, United States Attorney for the District of Kansas, is pleased to announce the thirty-first Federal Practice Clinic for the summer of 2026.
The United States Attorney's Office serves as the principal litigator for its judicial district and is responsible for coordinating multiple agency investigations within the district. The United States Attorney has the responsibility and authority to prosecute violations of federal criminal statutes, defend the government in civil actions, seek the enforcement of a variety of civil enforcement statutes, and institute proceedings for the collection of fines and penalties among other things.
Job Description:
Assist with all facets of case preparation including: researching legal issues; attending court proceedings; drafting/writing motions and responses and various pleadings; providing trial support to Assistant United States Attorneys; meeting with witnesses; and assembling exhibits for trial.
Internship Locations: Wichita, KS; Kansas City, KS; Topeka, KS.
Minimum Weeks Required: Flexible period. Length of service during the internship and hours of duty will be determined by the student in conjunction with the Program Coordinator.
Qualifications:
Must be a legal resident of the U.S. and will be subject to a background investigation due to the sensitive nature of the work. First-year and second-year law students only.
Salary:
Uncompensated or work-study credit.
Number of Positions
6-9