Law Clerk (Temporary), Attorney's Office

Stearns County MN•St. Cloud, MN

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

Stearns County is seeking a Law Clerk for the Juvenile Division in the County Attorney's Office. This temporary position offers the opportunity to gain experience in handling high-volume juvenile court cases, from misdemeanors to felonies. The role involves enhancing legal writing, negotiation, and oral advocacy skills, and collaborating with attorneys, support staff, and external agencies. The office environment is described as flexible, collegial, and dedicated, seeking motivated candidates passionate about justice and public service.

Requirements

Certified to practice law as a Certified Student Attorney in the State of Minnesota, or the demonstrated ability to be so certified
The ability to comply with Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension security requirements
All employees are required to reside within the state of Minnesota.
Must be continuously authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis

Nice To Haves

Two years of law school successfully completed
Completed coursework or experience in the practice of law in adult criminal prosecution, juvenile delinquency, child protection, or state or local government legal counseling or representation
Trial or litigation experience as a primary attorney in a court of law or in coursework practicum in the above-described areas
Proficiency in office and courtroom technology (PowerPoint presentation format)
Demonstrated desire to practice law in the public realm
Knowledge of litigation techniques appropriate to civil and juvenile court trials.
Knowledge of court rules appropriate to government legal actions.
Knowledge of negotiation techniques and ability to resolve assigned cases in accordance with office policies.
Ability to efficiently research legal issues and write persuasive legal memoranda.
Ability to carry out departmental policies in handling assigned duties.
Ability to work effectively and cooperatively with others.
Ability to accept and complete assigned work.

Responsibilities

Works closely with state and local law enforcement personnel as well county child welfare agency staff concerning juvenile delinquency matters.
Reviews records and reports; recommends appropriate action regarding civil matters, juvenile delinquency, and child protection cases; drafts pleadings, complaints, petitions, discovery materials, motions, legal memoranda and arguments.
Interviews witnesses and handles pre-trial proceedings, administrative proceedings, court trials, and post-trial proceedings in civil and juvenile matters.
Locates and secures documents and other case material for case evaluations and trial preparation.
Provides assistance with discovery requests by coordinating, monitoring, and assisting with discovery procedures.
Consults and assists attorneys with preparation and coordination of trial exhibits, trial notebooks, visual aids, witness testimony, and appearances in court.
Organizes and assembles documents, statutes, and information from law enforcement agencies, other County departments, the general public, and other sources.
Performs various other tasks including legal research, legal opinions, memorandums and briefs, assists with representation of elected officials, boards, panels, commissions, and county departments, and various appeals to the Court of Appeals and Supreme Court.
Maintains various databases.
Performs other duties as assigned.