Federal Defender Services of Eastern Tennessee

Contact: Ms. Leah J. Prewitt
Federal Community Defender
Federal Defender Services of Eastern Tennessee
530 Gay Street
Suite 900
Knoxville, TN 37902

Phone: 423-637-7979
FAX: 423-637-7999

Description: Federal Defender Services provides defense services to indigents charged with federal crimes in the Eastern District of Tennessee. There are three offices located in Greeneville, Knoxville and Chattanooga. The case load is varied and may range from as minor as riding a motorcycle without out a helmet to bank robbery or homicide.

Internship/Seasonal Positions: Interns work on volunteer basis assisting staff public defenders with their caseload. This generally involves extensive research and writing on motion and appeals. Students are also encouraged to attend court hearings, arraignments and trials.

Approximate Number of Positions: 3

Preferred Background

Criminal Law
Evidence
Constitutional Law:

Preferred First or second year students

Salary: No Approximate Amount:

Semesters Available: Fall, Spring, and Summer .

Application Materials: Resume, cover letter and writing sample.

Deadlines: Fall: July 31 Spring: January 15 Summer: March 30