Law Clerk
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_on5359, West Frontage Road Northwest, Rochester, Olmsted County, Minnesota, 55901, United States
About the Role
Expand your court experience or begin your legal career as a District Court Law Clerk within the Minnesota Judicial Branch. This position offers a unique opportunity to gain insight into judicial and court processes at the District Trial level, providing a direct courtroom perspective on the administration of justice.
Working directly with Judge Christina Stevens, you will support the functions of the court to uphold its mission of providing justice through a system that assures equal access for the fair and timely resolution of cases and controversies. The role involves performing professional legal research, preparing memoranda, opinions, and orders, and handling related administrative work to assist the Judge in their daily duties.
Who Should Apply
This opportunity is designed for two distinct groups:
- Law Clerks: Recent graduates from an accredited law school.
- Law Clerk 1 (Students): Individuals currently enrolled in an accredited law school who have completed at least one year of training, holding a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
Ideal candidates will possess knowledge of laws, court rules, and legal reference sources, along with an understanding of court practices and procedures. You should be able to communicate clearly and concisely with a diverse group of people, including attorneys and pro se parties, while demonstrating cultural sensitivity, patience, and understanding.
The Experience
In this role, you will engage deeply with the legal process. You may attend court sessions to observe proceedings and record case information, or perform specific courtroom duties during arraignments, motions, hearings, pre-trial conferences, and trials. These duties can include calling the calendar, swearing in jury panels and witnesses, and assisting in documenting court proceedings. Additionally, you will perform administrative duties within the Judge's chambers, ensuring the smooth operation of the office.
Work location
Work model: On-site
5359, West Frontage Road Northwest, Rochester, Olmsted County, Minnesota, 55901, United States
Rochester, Minnesota
Key Responsibilities
- check_circleReview and research laws, court decisions, briefs, and other legal authorities
- check_circleConfer with judge regarding legal issues and prepare legal memoranda
- check_circleAssist with drafting orders for the judge
- check_circleAttend court sessions to observe proceedings and record case information
- check_circlePerform courtroom duties including calling the calendar and swearing in jury panels
- check_circleAssist in documenting court proceedings during arraignments and trials
- check_circlePerform administrative duties within the judge's chambers
Requirements
- verifiedGraduation from an accredited law school
- verifiedBachelor's degree and current enrollment in at least one year of law school training at an accredited law school
- verifiedKnowledge of laws, court rules, and sources of legal reference
- verifiedKnowledge of court practices and procedures
- verifiedKnowledge of legal terminology and concepts
- verifiedAbility to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing
- verifiedAbility to research complex legal problems or questions and apply legal principles
- verifiedSkill in the operation of a personal computer with work processing and legal research software
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Skills, education and keywords
Skills: Legal Research, Legal Terminology, Court Practices And Procedures, Work Processing, Legal Research Software.
Education: Bachelor's degree required for Law Clerk 1 (student).
Frequently asked questions about Law Clerk at Minnesota Judicial Branch
What does a Law Clerk at Minnesota Judicial Branch do?expand_more
A Law Clerk at Minnesota Judicial Branch is responsible for the following: Review and research laws, court decisions, briefs, and other legal authorities; Confer with judge regarding legal issues and prepare legal memoranda; Assist with drafting orders for the judge; and Attend court sessions to observe proceedings and record case information.
What are the requirements for this Law Clerk role?expand_more
To qualify for the Law Clerk at Minnesota Judicial Branch position, applicants should have: Graduation from an accredited law school; Bachelor's degree and current enrollment in at least one year of law school training at an accredited law school; Knowledge of laws, court rules, and sources of legal reference; Knowledge of court practices and procedures; Knowledge of legal terminology and concepts; and Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
Where is the Law Clerk role at Minnesota Judicial Branch located?expand_more
Law Clerk at Minnesota Judicial Branch is based in 5359, West Frontage Road Northwest, Rochester, Olmsted County, Minnesota, 55901, United States. This is a on-site role.
Is this Law Clerk job remote, hybrid, or on-site?expand_more
Minnesota Judicial Branch has listed this Law Clerk role as on-site.
How much experience is required for this Law Clerk role?expand_more
Candidates for Law Clerk at Minnesota Judicial Branch should have entry level.
What skills do you need for the Law Clerk role at Minnesota Judicial Branch?expand_more
Key skills for Law Clerk at Minnesota Judicial Branch include Legal Research; Legal Terminology; Court Practices And Procedures; Work Processing; and Legal Research Software.
What education is required for Law Clerk at Minnesota Judicial Branch?expand_more
Educational requirements for this role: Bachelor's degree required for Law Clerk 1 (student).
What category does the Law Clerk role belong to?expand_more
Law Clerk at Minnesota Judicial Branch is part of the legal job category on Recrutus.