Law Clerk

Bannock County•Pocatello, ID

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The District Court department supports the Sixth District Court judges and court proceedings to ensure equitable and timely justice is delivered and the rule of law is upheld. Candidates will be considered for either level, depending on qualifications. Position Summary The principal function of an employee in this class is to perform professional legal and administrative duties involving case evaluation, preparation and drafting of a variety of legal documents for the District Court. The work is performed under the general direction of District Court Judges and the supervision of the Clerk, but considerable latitude is granted for the exercise of independent judgment, initiative, and discretion. The principal duties of this class are primarily performed in a general office and courtroom environment.

Requirements

Applicable Federal, Idaho, County and local laws, statutes, codes, case law, and ordinances
Idaho Rules of Civil Procedure, Idaho Criminal Rules, Idaho Rules of Evidence and Idaho Appellate Rules, and Idaho Judicial Code of Conduct
Verbal and written English language at an exceptional level, and the use of appropriate grammar, spelling, punctuation, and composition necessary to draft clear and concise correspondence, memos, reports, and read required legal documents.
Operate standard office equipment, and maintain expertise in the use of Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Westlaw Next, JI Plus, Court Management System and other required programs or applications
Write succinctly and provide direct written feedback and analysis to questions of Law
Proficient in electronic legal research, Westlaw Next certification is preferred
Multi-task and prioritize a wide variety of assignments, adjusting to interruptions, with accuracy and speed under the pressure of time-sensitive deadlines
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with other State and County employees, staff, attorneys, law enforcement personnel, victims, witnesses, supervisory personnel, state and local elected and appointed officials, and the public
Maintain a professional demeanor during stressful courtroom or situations that may arise
Demonstrate integrity, analyze matters logically, maintain organized files and work in an efficient and thorough manner
Quickly learn and be cross trained in a variety of departments and Judicial functions, along with being able to switch between assignments to meet court and department needs
Follow written and oral instruction under supervision, work as part of a team, or work on case assignments independently with minimal supervision
Graduation from a school of law accredited by the American Bar Association with a Juris Doctorate Degree.

Nice To Haves

Any work, internship, externship or educational experience in a court or legal setting
This position is eligible for internal promotion to Judicial Staff Attorney title and salary grade once licensed as an attorney with the Idaho State Bar.

Responsibilities

Performs all work duties and responsibilities professionally and effectively, and in accordance with Federal and Idaho Code and County policies, procedures, and practices.
Conducts legal research on matters before the court, and analyzes motions and briefs to advise on appropriate dispositions
Attends court hearings, and provides ongoing legal analysis and interpretation to the court
Prepares bench memoranda that evaluate pending issues and legal precedence in order to provide guidance regarding rulings the court may make
Drafts other memos, orders, and decisions for the court as directed
Edits, reviews, and revises legal documents prepared by the court
Conducts informal case review with counsel on pending cases
Assists in curriculum development and implementation of Continuing Legal Education (CLE) courses for other staff attorneys in the 5th, 6th, & 7th Judicial Districts
Participates in Bar related activities, Law Day, Citizen's Law Academy
Assists the district judge in the preparation and presentation of law related educational programs
Supervises and makes assignments for paralegals and law students serving internships and externships for the District Court
Coordinates with the University of Idaho, College of Law, Director of Externship and Pro Bono Programs to provide legal research assistants to magistrates, and
Performs other duties and responsibilities that may be required to meet department objectives or as directed by the District Judge, Clerk, Chief Deputy Clerk, or Court Supervisor.

Benefits

Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSFL) employer
Excellent medical, dental, and vision plan
Pre-tax medical Flex Spending Account (FSA) and Dependent Care Account (DCA)
Retiree medical, dental and vision plan
PERSI Pension employer with an employer retirement contribution of over 11%
Optional Roth and Traditional 401(k) and 457(b) retirement plans
11 Paid Holidays
Generous paid vacation, sick, jury, military, and compensatory time with PTO at start
Paid group life and long-term disability insurance
Supplemental life, short-term disability, cancer, accident, critical illness and more offered
Employee Assistance Program and wellness challenges & events
Paid training and career growth opportunities