Law Clerk for Referee Jaron Ballou, Fourth Judicial District
About The Position
Expand your court experience or launch your legal career as a District Court Law Clerk. In this role, you will work within the Minnesota Judicial Branch at the Trial Court level, gaining valuable insight into judicial and court processes while developing a unique perspective on the administration of justice through direct exposure to the work of the court. This position supports the chambers of Referee Jaron Ballou in the Fourth Judicial District (Hennepin County). Referee Ballou is assigned full time to preside over civil cases. From time to time, the assigned division or case type may change as operational needs require. Candidates with an interest in civil are encouraged to apply. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until 10/21/2026; early submission is recommended. Law Clerks work directly with a District Court Judge or Judicial Referee performing professional legal research, preparation of memoranda, opinions, and orders and related clerical/administrative work. This position supports the functions of a District Court Judge or Referee to uphold the court’s mission of providing justice through a system that assures equal access for the fair and timely resolution of cases and controversies.
Requirements
- Minimum 1 year completed toward a Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
- Juris Doctor (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 verbally and in writing
- Ability to research complex legal problems or questions and apply legal principles
- Ability to work in an inclusive, multicultural environment that values diversity and relationships
- Ability to professionally exhibit cultural sensitivity, patience, and understanding in the course of work duties
- Ability to represent the court in a respectful manner
- Skill in the operation of a personal computer with word processing and legal research software
Nice To Haves
- Candidates with an interest in civil are encouraged to apply.
Responsibilities
- Review, study, research, and annotate laws, court decisions, documents, opinions, briefs, and related legal authorities
- Prepare briefs, legal memoranda, and jury instructions, including appropriate suggestions or recommendations to the Judge
- Compile references on laws and decisions necessary for legal determinations
- Confer with Judge, Referee or court official concerning legal questions, construction of documents and granting of orders
- Attend court sessions to hear oral arguments and record necessary case information; maintain records attendant to court proceedings
- Courtroom duties, including taking court minutes; calling the calendar; swearing in jury panels and witness; and assisting in various court proceedings such as arraignments, motions, hearings, pre-trial conferences, and trials
- Collaborate with Judicial Clerk on administrative duties and perform certain administrative duties as assigned
Benefits
- health and wellness benefits
- enhanced fertility benefits
- short- and long-term disability
- pension
- paid parental leave
- tuition reimbursement
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
