Law Clerk -Administrative Office of the Courts (AOC)-Non-Tenured (NT)
About The Position
The Administrative Office of the Courts is the operational arm of the Judicial Branch. The court system employs nearly 3,300 personnel who support 406 elected justices, judges, and circuit court clerks. We provide the many benefits of state government employment, including generous vacation and sick time, health insurance and a retirement plan. Our work environment values diversity and inclusion and we're committed to fair and equal treatment, regardless of race, gender, religion, ethnicity, and sexual orientation. We also promote a healthy work to life balance. The Laurel County Circuit Court has an opening for a Law Clerk. The Law Clerk is responsible for performing under the direct supervision of a Judge, assisting with professional legal tasks related to the court's docket. To be an attorney in the state of Kentucky, one must have a Juris Doctor from an accredited law school, pass Kentucky’s bar exam, and be in good standing with the Kentucky Bar Association. Requiring all law clerks to eventually obtain licensure and distinguishing between staff attorneys and law clerks furthers the credibility of the courts by upholding licensure as the professional standard and expectation. Additionally, licensure ensures a certain aptitude, a commitment to the practice of law, and adherence to continuing legal education and the Code of Professional Responsibility. Upon successful admission to the KBA (swearing in), the Law Clerk will reclass to an applicable Staff Attorney role.
Requirements
- Advanced Degree – Graduate of an Accredited Law School
- Graduate of accredited law school and making every necessary step to become licensed with the Kentucky Bar Association (BAR) within eighteen (18) months of employment.
- Excellent formal writing skills.
- Excellent research skills.
- Excellent interpersonal communication skills.
Responsibilities
- Assist in legal research and analysis of case materials for court cases.
- Prepare initial drafts of opinions, orders, and judgments under guidance.
- Help the Court in the review and finalization of opinions and orders.
- Support the Court in the creation of jury instructions with guidance.
- Stay informed about recent legal developments and decisions and provide summaries to the court.
- Other duties as assigned by the Court.
Benefits
- generous vacation and sick time
- health insurance
- retirement plan
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
