Temporary Law Clerk

Berea College • Berea, KY

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About The Position

This is a temporary position expected to end by September 1, 2027. The Law Clerk provides research, analytical, and project support to the General Counsel, assisting with legal research, policy review, records management, and projects involving higher education law and regulatory compliance. The ideal candidate understands Berea College’s mission and campus culture, has strong writing and research skills and excellent attention to detail, and is interested in pursuing a legal career.

The position requires a bachelor's degree from an accredited institution. Current enrollment in an accredited law school or plans to attend law school within the next two years is preferred. Relevant experience may include an internship, clerkship, student worker role, or professional work in legal, compliance, government, or higher education settings. The role also calls for familiarity with legal research platforms, experience reviewing policies, contracts, or regulatory materials, sound judgment with confidential information, strong communication and organizational skills, proficiency with Microsoft Office, and the ability to handle multiple assignments independently with guidance from supervising counsel.

The work is primarily performed in an office environment, with frequent use of computers and standard office equipment. Occasional attendance at meetings, hearings, or campus events may be required. The position requires the ability to navigate campus and public buildings and grounds, and required background checks.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution.
• Previous internship, clerkship, student worker, or professional experience in a legal, compliance, government, or higher education setting.
• Familiarity with Westlaw, LexisNexis, or comparable legal research platforms.
• Experience reviewing policies, contracts, or regulatory materials.
• Strong research, analytical, and critical-thinking skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities, including strong legal and business writing skills.
• Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with discretion and maintain professionalism and confidentiality.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to research and interpret basic authorities.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments and deadlines simultaneously.
• Ability to work independently while receiving guidance from supervising counsel.
• Required background checks.
• Ability to navigate campus and public buildings and grounds.

Nice To Haves

• Current enrollment in an accredited law school or plans to attend law school within the next two years.

Responsibilities

• Conduct basic legal research using statutes, regulations, case law, and other legal resources to support legal opinions, policy development, and institutional initiatives.
• Draft legal memoranda, summaries, correspondence, reports, and other written materials for attorney review.
• Review, organize, and archive documents, contracts, policies, procedures, and records for the General Counsel’s office.
• Assist with contract administration by reviewing agreements and compiling supporting documentation at counsel’s request.
• Organize and maintain legal files, databases, and document repositories, including updated records of the College’s real estate and property holdings.
• Monitor developments in federal and state laws, regulations, and legal trends affecting higher education.
• Monitor meetings of local government bodies and administrative agencies.
• Perform other duties and special projects as assigned by counsel.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level