Temporary Law Clerk

Project County of Burleigh • Bismarck, ND

5d • $22

About The Position

Under supervision of an Assistant State's Attorney, is responsible for a broad range of duties including conducting legal research, preparing research memos, drafting motions and orders, and assisting in the courtroom with trials.

Requirements

• Must be a law school student from an accredited law school working toward a juris doctorate degree, preference given to 2Ls.
• Must be eligible for practice under the rules for limited practice of law by law students.
• Applicants will be subject to a post offer criminal background check.
• Law school transcript
• A non-law review writing sample

Responsibilities

• Assist with the preparation of legal documents, pleadings, motions, briefs and orders
• Appear in court as required.
• Assist with legal research and criminal prosecutions including jury trials and appeals.
• Assist attorneys with legal work and anything that is quasi-legal in nature.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, orally and in writing.
• Knowledge of appropriate legal terminology necessary.
• Thorough knowledge of purpose and content of documents required and used within the court system.
• Must be proficient with word processing software and possess excellent typing skills.
• Perform other duties as required and assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed