Law Clerk for the Honorable Judge Dayton Klein, Hennepin County

Minnesota Judicial Branch•Minneapolis, MN

About The Position

Expand your court experience or begin your legal career as a District Court Law Clerk! This position is in the chambers of the Honorable Julia Dayton Klein in the 4th Judicial District (Hennepin County). Judge Dayton Klein is currently assigned, full time, to presiding over felony crimes against person cases. An interest in criminal law is preferred. A District Court Law Clerk has the opportunity to work within the Minnesota Judicial Branch at the Trial Court level and gain insight into judicial and court processes, with a court perspective on the administration of justice. Law Clerks work directly with a District Court Judge performing professional legal research, preparation of memoranda, opinions, and orders and related clerical/administrative work. This position supports the functions of a District Court Judge to uphold the court’s mission of providing justice through a system that assures equal access for the fair and timely resolution of cases and controversies.

Requirements

Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school
Knowledge of general law, state law, established precedent, and sources of legal reference
Knowledge of court practices and procedures
Knowledge of legal terminology and concepts
Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writing
Ability to research complex legal problems or questions and apply legal principles
Ability to work in an inclusive, multicultural environment that values diversity and relationships
Ability to professionally exhibit cultural sensitivity, patience, and understanding in the course of work duties
Ability to represent the court in a respectful manner
Skill in the operation of a personal computer with word processing and legal research software

Nice To Haves

An interest in criminal law is preferred.

Responsibilities

Review, study, research, and annotate laws, court decisions, documents, opinions, briefs, and related legal authorities
Prepare briefs, legal memoranda, and jury instructions, including appropriate suggestions or recommendations to the Judge
Compile references on laws and decisions necessary for legal determinations
Confer with Judge, Referee or court official concerning legal questions, construction of documents and granting of orders
Attend court sessions to hear oral arguments and record necessary case information; maintain records attendant to court proceedings
Courtroom duties, including taking court minutes; calling the calendar; swearing in jury panels and witness; and assisting in various court proceedings such as arraignments, motions, hearings, pre-trial conferences, and trials
Collaborate with Judicial Clerk on administrative duties and perform certain administrative duties as assigned