Law Clerk, Honorable Carmaine Sturino, Houston County

Minnesota Judicial Branch•Caledonia, MN

5d•$65,876 - $81,432

About The Position

A District Court Law Clerk works directly with Judge Carmaine Sturino in the Minnesota Judicial Branch’s Third Judicial District, gaining insight into judicial and court processes and the administration of justice. The position performs professional legal research, prepares memoranda, opinions, and orders, and handles related administrative work supporting the judge’s role in providing equal access and fair, timely resolution of cases and controversies. Judge Sturino is chambered in Houston County, Minnesota, and frequently hears cases for other counties in the district. Courtroom proceedings may be in person or remote depending on the calendar. Because Houston County is a One Judge County, the law clerk may handle matters before a district court judge, including civil, child protection, conciliation, criminal, family, probate, and Treatment Court matters.

Requirements

For employment as a Law Clerk: graduation from an accredited law school by the time of employment.
For employment as a Law Clerk 1 (student): a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university and current enrollment in, and completion of at least one year of, law school training at an accredited law school.
Knowledge of laws, court rules, and sources of legal reference.
Knowledge of court practices and procedures.
Knowledge of legal terminology and concepts.
Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, orally and in writing, with diverse people, including attorneys and self-represented parties.
Ability to research and analyze complex legal problems or questions and apply legal principles.
Strong legal writing skills.
Ability to manage strict timelines.
Ability to represent the court respectfully.
Skill in operating a personal computer with word-processing and legal research software.
Ability to demonstrate cultural sensitivity, patience, and understanding professionally.

Responsibilities

Review and research laws, court decisions, briefs, and other legal authorities.
Confer with the judge regarding legal issues, prepare legal memoranda, and assist with drafting orders.
Attend court sessions scheduled for Judge Sturino.
Perform administrative duties within the judge’s chambers as part of the judge team.
Assist other judges in the Third Judicial District when requested and as workload permits.
Perform other duties as assigned.