Law Clerk

Nye County • Nye County, NV

2d

About The Position

The Fifth Judicial District Court, Department 2 is hiring a General and Appellate Full-Time Law Clerk, pending approval. Under the direction of Judge Robert Lane, the law clerk reviews and summarizes evidence, procedural history, and legal contentions in habeas corpus petitions, time-credit and sentencing matters, and civil and criminal cases, including family law, child and family services cases, and juvenile proceedings. The clerk also assists with specialty-court documents; conducts legal research; prepares memoranda and case analyses; orally briefs the judge; drafts rulings; responds to the judge’s questions during trials and pre-trial hearings; and develops recommended court policies, procedures, and forms as requested.

The position requires knowledge and experience in criminal law and criminal procedure, strong writing skills, and the ability to work independently. Applicants must have graduated from an ABA-accredited law school. A Nevada law license is preferred. Familiarity with Westlaw and a valid Nevada driver’s license are required. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen through a designated facility.

Requirements

• Graduation from an ABA-accredited law school.
• Knowledge and experience in criminal law and criminal procedure.
• Strong writing skills.
• Ability to work independently.
• Knowledge, skill, and ability in legal research principles, practices, methods, and materials, including familiarity with Westlaw.
• Valid Nevada driver’s license.
• Successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen through a designated facility is required for employment.

Nice To Haves

• Nevada law license preferred.

Responsibilities

• Review and summarize evidence, procedural history, and legal contentions in habeas corpus petitions and time-credit and sentencing matters.
• Review and summarize evidence, procedural history, and legal contentions in civil and criminal matters, including family law, child and family services cases, and juvenile proceedings.
• Assist with drafting documents for specialty courts.
• Research statutory and case law, legislative history, and other legal authorities using Westlaw.
• Prepare memoranda, summarize case backgrounds, identify and analyze factual and legal issues, and orally brief the judge on research and analysis.
• Draft minute orders, formal orders, and tentative decisions.
• Respond to the judge’s queries on procedural and substantive issues during trials and pre-trial hearings, including motions in limine, evidentiary objections, jury instructions, authorities cited by counsel, and substantive law.
• Research, analyze, and formulate recommended policies, procedures, and forms related to specified court proceedings and recurring issues at the judge’s request.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed