Law Clerk - Southern California

Farmers Insurance Careers

2d•$23 - $39•Remote

About The Position

Our Southern California Staff Counsel team is looking to add a law clerk to the team! The preferred candidate will be entering their third year of law school and available approximately 20 hours/week during the fall semester. This is a virtual position. The job summary includes conducting legal research, assembling case materials, writing research memos, and drafting pleadings and motions under the guidance and mentorship of an Attorney or Supervising Attorney. The role supports attorneys by assembling and organizing information for legal documents. This position generally works on a part-time basis, approximately 20 hours per week.

Requirements

Second or third year law student with an interest in civil litigation, personal injury or insurance defense required.
Bachelors Degree required.

Responsibilities

Research laws, court decisions, documents, opinions, briefs, or other information related to cases.
Analyze legal issues and apply appropriate legal principles to determine applicable defenses, relevant arguments and litigation strategy.
Prepare briefs, legal memoranda, or statements of issues involved in cases, including appropriate suggestions or recommendations.
Review complaints, petitions or motions that have been filed to determine issues involved.
Prepare responsive pleadings and correspondence as appropriate.
Assist and provide trial attorney support in preparing trial/mediation/arbitration documents and binders.
Attend court sessions, depositions, mediations and trials to hear oral arguments and document necessary case information.