Law Clerk - Northern California

Mercury Insurance Services, LLC

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Launch your legal career with meaningful, hands-on experience at Mercury Insurance. As a Law Clerk, you’ll work closely with experienced trial attorneys supporting complex injury cases and developing the practical skills law school can’t teach on its own. In this role, you’ll be involved in drafting pleadings and discovery documents, conducting legal research and assisting with motion work, reviewing and summarizing medical records and case materials, and preparing case files and supporting attorneys throughout the litigation process. You’ll gain direct exposure to how cases are built and managed from start to finish, while sharpening your writing, analytical, and research skills in a collaborative, professional environment. This is an excellent opportunity for law students looking to build a strong foundation in litigation and insurance defense while working alongside a supportive and experienced legal team.

Requirements

• Completion of the 2nd year of law school.
• Effective communication, persuasion, writing and analytical skills.
• Completion of torts, evidence and civil procedure preferred.
• Must meet established company standards regarding personal driving history and current license status to be eligible for position.
• Requires automobile travel, up to 20% of work time.
• Must reside in the geographic region where office is located.

Nice To Haves

• Juris doctor degree.
• 3rd year law student and/or law school graduate pending bar results.
• Exceptional communication, persuasion, writing and analytical skills.
• Completion of torts, evidence, civil procedure, remedies, and trial advocacy preferred.

Responsibilities

• Preparation of initial pleadings and discovery.
• Preparation of discovery responses.
• Summarize discovery responses and medical records.
• Legal research and preparation of motions and oppositions to motions.
• Preparation of trial documents including motions in limine and providing trial support.
• Assist the insured in small claims cases by investigating the facts in order to prepare trial briefs, prepare the insured for trial, attend trial and defend the company when listed as a named party to the action.
• Assume other responsibilities as directed.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Flexibility to work from anywhere in the United States for most positions
• Paid time off (vacation time, sick time, 9 paid Company holidays, volunteer hours)
• Incentive bonus programs (potential for holiday bonus, referral bonus, and performance-based bonus)
• Medical, dental, vision, life, and pet insurance
• 401 (k) retirement savings plan with company match
• Engaging work environment
• Promotional opportunities
• Education assistance
• Professional and personal development opportunities
• Company recognition program
• Health and wellbeing resources, including free mental wellbeing therapy/coaching sessions, child and eldercare resources, and more

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED