2026 Fall Law Clerk Recruitment Program - Summer 2027 Clerkships

State of Washington • Multiple Locations Statewide, WA

7d • Onsite

About The Position

The Attorney General’s Office is pleased to invite qualified second-year law students to apply for summer 2027 paid law clerk or externship positions via our 2026 Fall Recruitment Program. Law clerks and externs with the Washington Attorney General’s Office have opportunities to engage in meaningful work making a difference for Washingtonians. Our office is committed to supporting you in your growth through worthwhile, enriching, and educational experiences working for what we believe to be the best public law firm in the country. The Office is committed to the benefits of a healthy life-work balance with a respectful, inclusive, and diverse workplace where you will experience belonging and be part of a supportive and collegial team. Successful candidates will join an office in which every person is committed to providing exceptional legal services and where individual professional development is encouraged and supported. Our work is also guided by our Anti-racist commitment to recognize, address and eradicate all forms of racism within the scope of our work and operations.

Requirements

• Committed to public service as demonstrated by an applicant's background, talents, attitude, and enthusiasm for public law practice.
• Excel academically as demonstrated by law school grades and class standing, and who demonstrate a high degree of competence based on prior experiences.
• Currently attending an ABA accredited law school.
• Diverse background in education, previous work experience, law school activities, extracurricular activities, community service, and areas of interest that enhance our office.

Nice To Haves

• Second-year law students

Responsibilities

• Researching and writing memoranda, pleadings, and correspondence
• Assisting in preparation for litigation, i.e., depositions, witness interviews, and discovery
• Drafting client advice memos and attending meetings where that advice is then presented to the client
• Observing attorneys in court, particularly for those cases in which the law clerk provided assistance
• Rule 9 law clerks may be allowed to present in court.

Benefits

• Competitive Salary: Law clerks who have completed their second year of law school will receive $24/hour.
• 5% King County Location Pay for Seattle office locations.
• Vacation Leave, Sick Leave, Military and Civil Leave, and Paid Holidays
• Health and wellness program.
• Access to attend a training and career development program that is recognized for its excellence and efficacy by AGOs nationwide.
• Enrollment in the Public Employees’ Retirement System, receiving one service credit for each month worked of 90 hours or more.

What This Job Offers

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