Law Clerk, St. Louis County, Hibbing, Judge Pattni

Minnesota Judicial Branch•Hibbing, MN

6d•$32 - $39•Hybrid

About The Position

The Sixth District Judicial Law Clerk works directly with a District Court Judge at the Minnesota Judicial Branch’s trial court level. The role provides exposure to judicial and court processes and supports the administration of justice through the fair and timely resolution of cases and controversies. Judge Bhupesh Pattni is chambered at the St. Louis County Courthouse in Hibbing, Minnesota. The position is full-time and may be performed in a hybrid arrangement combining remote and in-person work. Typical hours are 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. Remote work requires reliable internet access. The role is classified as Law Clerk. Candidates hired before graduating from an accredited law school may be hired as Law Clerk I until graduation. Applicants with paralegal experience may be considered for the Judge Unit Paralegal classification. The position is based at the St. Louis County Courthouse, 1810 12th Avenue East, Hibbing, Minnesota.

Requirements

For the Law Clerk classification: graduation from an accredited law school by the time of employment.
For the Law Clerk I student classification: a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university and current enrollment in, with at least one year of training completed at, an accredited law school.
Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, orally and in writing.
Strong organization and time-management skills.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
Knowledge of court practices and procedures.
Knowledge of court terminology and concepts.
Ability to research complex legal problems or questions and apply legal principles.

Nice To Haves

Concise and efficient writing skills, including experience with a law review, law journal, or legal clinic.
Attorney who has taken and passed the Minnesota Bar Exam.

Responsibilities

Review, analyze, and research laws, court decisions, opinions, briefs, and related legal authorities.
Prepare orders and legal memoranda for judicial use.
Confer with the judicial officer about legal questions, document construction, and granting orders.
Attend court sessions to hear oral arguments, record necessary case information, and maintain records related to court proceedings.
Prepare jury instructions and verdict forms.
Respond to telephone calls and written inquiries from the public and attorneys.
May perform courtroom duties, including calling the calendar; swearing in jury panels and witnesses; taking court minutes; and assisting with arraignments, motions, hearings, pre-trial conferences, and trials.