Kickstart your Legal Career with Pantheon Legal's
Criminal Defense Internship Program
Program Overview
Are you an undergraduate or graduate student passionate about exploring a legal career? Pantheon Legal Group, PLLC is offering an unpaid internship for Summer and Fall 2025 at our Fort Worth and Plano offices. This opportunity is ideal for students earning school credit and seeking hands-on experience in criminal defense law. We know firsthand how vital real-world experience is for aspiring legal professionals, and we’re excited to mentor the next generation of future attorneys.
Why intern with Pantheon Legal Group?
At Pantheon Legal, we believe in providing meaningful opportunities for students to develop critical legal skills and insight into the profession. As an intern, you’ll:
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Visit clients in jail and assist attorneys in conducting interviews.
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Observe trials and court proceedings to see the justice system in action.
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Participate in case research, trial preparation, and drafting legal memos, motions, briefs, and more.
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Shadow attorneys and learn firsthand how legal strategies are crafted.
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Gain mentorship from experienced attorneys who started just like you—as students exploring their passion for law!
These experiences will help you better understand the legal field and strengthen your application to law schools, graduate programs, or other career opportunities.
Eligibility Requirements
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Be currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program, such as for a J.D..
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Submit an unofficial transcript for review.
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Be available 10–15 hours per week during the spring semester.
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Possess strong communication, research, and organizational skills.
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Demonstrate a genuine interest in criminal law or the legal profession.
Program Details
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Start Date: Summer - June 2025; Fall - August 2025
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Location: Pantheon Legal Group, PLLC's Plano and Fort Worth Offices
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Compensation: Unpaid (potential for a paid position based on performance and firm
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Academic Credit: Internship may qualify for school credit (coordinate with your
academic advisor).
How this Criminal Defense Internship can help you
This isn’t just an internship—it’s a launchpad for your legal career. You’ll gain:
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Practical Experience: Engage with real cases and understand the intricacies of criminal defense.
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Professional Growth: Build critical skills like legal research, communication, and courtroom observation.
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Career Insight: Explore whether law is the right path for you while gaining valuable mentorship.
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Networking Opportunities: Work directly with attorneys who are deeply connected to the Dallas-Fort Worth legal community.
Our past interns have gone on to:
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Earn acceptance into top law schools.
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Secure paid legal positions within Pantheon Legal or other prestigious organizations.
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Build lasting connections with attorneys and judges in the Dallas-Fort Worth area.
How to apply
Interested candidates should email the following to tiffany@pantheon-legal.com with the subject line “Summer or Fall 2025 [select a location: Plano or Fort Worth] Internship Application”
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Resume
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Cover Letter explaining your interest in the position
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Unofficial Transcript
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Summer or Fall 2025 availability
Questions? Contact us at tiffany@pantheon-legal.com for more information.
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