Law Clerk_Employment Litigation
About The Position
The Law Clerk will work closely with Partners and Associate Attorneys on plaintiff-side employment litigation matters, including wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, retaliation, and wage and hour disputes. The role supports all phases of litigation, from case intake through resolution, through legal research, drafting, document review, discovery, and hearing and trial preparation. The position offers direct mentorship from Partners and Associate Senior Attorneys, hands-on litigation experience, exposure to all stages of a case, and opportunities to develop legal writing and practical skills. The position is available full-time, part-time, or temporarily depending on departmental needs. Hourly pay is $20–$35, depending on experience and qualifications; benefits are subject to eligibility and applicable firm policies.
Requirements
- Currently enrolled in or graduated from an accredited law school.
- Open to 1L, 2L, or 3L law students or post-Bar graduates.
- Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills.
- Excellent organizational and time-management abilities.
- Ability to handle multiple assignments in a deadline-driven environment.
- Professional communication skills and attention to detail.
- Interest in employment law.
Responsibilities
- Assist attorneys with employment litigation matters involving wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, retaliation, wage and hour violations, and related employment claims.
- Conduct legal research on California and federal employment laws, regulations, and case law.
- Draft complaints, discovery requests and responses, motions, declarations, demand letters, and correspondence.
- Review and analyze personnel files, payroll records, email communications, and other employment-related documents.
- Prepare case summaries, legal memoranda, and factual chronologies for attorney review.
- Assist with all phases of discovery, including document review, interrogatories, requests for production, and deposition preparation.
- Organize and manage electronic and physical case files.
- Prepare exhibits, witness files, and trial binders for hearings, mediations, arbitrations, and trials.
- Attend client meetings, depositions, court hearings, and mediations when appropriate.
- Communicate with clients regarding case updates, document requests, and case developments.
- Assist with drafting mediation briefs and settlement-related documents.
- Track litigation deadlines and support attorneys in managing active caseloads.
- Use legal research tools and case management software to support litigation efforts.
- Provide general litigation and administrative support to attorneys and legal staff.
Benefits
- Benefits, subject to eligibility and applicable firm policies.
- Direct mentorship from Partners and Associate Senior Attorneys.
- Meaningful, hands-on litigation experience.
- Exposure to all stages of a case, from intake through resolution.
- Professional development and legal writing experience.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
