Law Clerk to Honorable Kristine Weeks, Blue Earth County

Minnesota Judicial Branch•Mankato, MN

22h•$32 - $39•Hybrid

About The Position

This position offers the opportunity to work within the Minnesota Judicial Branch at the Trial Court Level, gaining insight into judicial and court processes, with a court perspective on the administration of justice. The primary work location will be the Blue Earth County Justice Center. This position may offer the opportunity to work in a flexible hybrid work environment. The successful candidate will be articulate, self-motivated, and an excellent writer. Excellent research and analytical skills are required. Must have the ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing.

Requirements

Juris Doctorate (JD) from an accredited law school.
Knowledge of general law, state law, established precedent, and sources of legal reference.
Knowledge of court practices and procedures.
Knowledge of legal terminology and concepts.
Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing, with a diverse group of people.
Ability to research complex legal problems or questions and apply legal principles.
Ability to represent the court in a respectful manner.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
Proficient in Microsoft Word/Windows operating system and legal research software
All applications MUST include a law school transcript, a brief writing sample, cover letter and resume.
Satisfactory results of a criminal background check.

Responsibilities

Reviews, studies, researches, and annotates laws, court decisions, documents, opinions, briefs, and related legal authorities.
Prepares briefs, legal memoranda, and statement of issues involved, including appropriate suggestions or recommendations to the justice or judge.
Compiles references on laws and decisions necessary for legal determinations.
Confers with justice, judge or court official concerning legal questions, construction of documents and granting of orders.
Attends court sessions to hear oral arguments and records necessary case information; maintain records attendant to court proceedings.
May perform courtroom duties including calling the calendar; swearing in jury panels and witness; taking court minutes; and assisting in various court proceedings such as arraignments, motions, hearings, pre-trial conferences and trials.