Law Clerk

Prairie State Legal Services•Moline, IL

About The Position

Prairie State Legal Services is a nonprofit law firm that provides civil legal services at no or low cost to low-income, elderly, and vulnerable people in 36 counties in northern and central Illinois outside Cook County. In almost all of those counties, PSLS is the only source of civil legal aid for low-income, elderly, and vulnerable people. PSLS is the only legal aid organization in most of our area, and we pride ourselves on providing high-quality legal services to our clients while fostering a motivating, collaborative, and rewarding work environment with plenty of opportunities for professional growth. PSLS provides excellent opportunities for law clerks to perform meaningful work and gain valuable experience by assisting clients who need legal help to address their basic human needs. Under the supervision of an attorney, PSLS Law Clerks prepare legal memoranda, conduct legal research, perform other litigation and advocacy-related legal assignments, and conduct client interviews. As a PSLS Law Clerk, you will have the opportunity to work in multiple practice areas and experience a variety of practice areas. You will also have access to mentoring and in-house training.

Requirements

Current law student or recent law school graduate
Understanding of and a commitment to PSLS mission
Demonstrated interest in and commitment to the needs of low-income/vulnerable clients
Strong oral/written communication

Nice To Haves

Diverse economic, social, or cultural experiences preferred

Responsibilities

Perform legal and case-preparation research
Draft motions
Attend court hearings and other administrative hearings
Participate in client interviews and fact-gathering
Work with PSLS attorneys and staff in a collaborative environment, providing high-quality legal services to clients
Exhibit a high level of personal energy, organization, and commitment to the position and the PSLS mission