Law Student - Government in Bellflower, CA

Government

Bellflower, CA

Law Student - Government in Bellflower, CA

Law Student

No

Other Requirements

Law Clerks may not practice law, receive legal fees, and/or represent a party as counsel during their employment by the Court as Law Clerks. Other outside employment must be approved in advance. Employment is "at will."

Knowledge of:
Knowledge of: Principles, practices, methods and materials of legal research and analysis; Civil law. Some assignments may require specialized knowledge of criminal, family, juvenile or probate law; Legal terms, procedures, forms and documents used in court cases; Government Code and other statues related to Court process and rules of Court.

Ability to:
Ability to: Plan, organize and use traditional and computerized legal research methods; Research, analyze and appraise a variety of legal documents; Research legal issues and present clear and logical arguments and statement of facts and law; Communicate effectively orally and in writing; Set priorities and allocate resources to meet needs in a timely, effective manner; Prepare clear, concise and comprehensive written materials; Establish and maintain effective working relationships with all levels of Court staff and management, judicial officers, and others encountered in the course of work.

Desirable Qualifications

Excellent written and oral communication skills
Ability to conduct legal research independently, apply the law to the facts and reach a sound, well-supported conclusion about the motion or other matter
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with judicial officers and others in the workplace
Ability to manage competing priorities effectively and meet deadlines

Supplemental Information

EXAMINATION PROCESS:

This recruitment is intended only for current 3L students. All selected applicants will begin as part of a cohort. The anticipated beginning of employment for the next cohort of selected 3L applicants is September 2, 2025. Priority consideration will be given to those who apply early.

APPLICATION PROCESS:

You will need the following documents/information when submitting your application:

Resume
3 professional references
Law School transcripts from all law schools attended (unofficial transcripts accepted)
2 writing samples demonstrating your analytical ability (. drafted pleading, legal publication, legal writing class assignment, etc.; an introductory paragraph explaining the nature of the writing sample is encouraged, ., indicating the purpose for which it was written, how much is your own original work, if it is an excerpt from a larger work, etc.)

[After Graduation]

Law School Diploma or letter from your law school's Registrar's Office verifying that a degree has been conferred
Updated Law School transcripts (unofficial transcripts accepted)
Proof of eligibility to take the California Bar Examination

IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR APPLICANTS:

Please provide a current and accurate e-mail address for the Court to communicate with you about this job opportunity. We recommend adding to your e-mail address book/safe senders list to avoid the notification being filtered as spam.

For general application information, please access the Online Employment Application Guide. Los Angeles Superior Court reserves the right to verify all submitted documentation prior to appointment. Applicants with disabilities who require reasonable accommodations to participate in the recruitment process can contact the email address provided below.

Los Angeles Superior Court is an equal opportunity employer.

Questions regarding this posting may be emailed to .

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Superior Court of California County of Los Angeles
Law Clerk 3L Cohort 2025 (3L Applicants Only)

The Superior Court of California County of Los Angeles is seeking 3L law students to join our Law Clerk Cohort 2025. This is a full-time position with a starting salary of $89, - $94, annually. As part of the largest unified trial court in the United States, you will have the opportunity to work with 580 judges and commissioners and over 4,800 full-time Court employees.

Position Description:

As a Law Clerk, you will conduct legal research, analyze motions, and provide written recommendations to expedite court calendars. This is a limited-term position of up to 30 months, with formal performance appraisals given at the 6-month and 18-month anniversary. You must be in good standing and within six months of graduation from an accredited school of law to qualify for this position.

About the Court:

Located in Southern California, Los Angeles County is geographically one of the nation's largest counties, covering 4,752 square miles and with a population of over 10,400,000 residents. The Court offers competitive benefits, including comprehensive medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance options, a retirement pension savings plan, paid vacation and sick leave, and 14 paid holidays.

Desired Qualifications:

- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Ability to conduct legal research independently, apply the law to facts, and reach well-supported conclusions
- Strong ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with judicial officers and others in the workplace
- Effective time management skills and ability to meet deadlines

Required Documents:

- Resume
- 3 professional references
- Law school transcripts from all attended institutions (unofficial transcripts accepted)
- 2 writing samples demonstrating analytical ability

Important Information:

Please provide a current and accurate email address for communication regarding this job opportunity. For general application information, please consult the Online Employment Application Guide. The Court reserves the right to verify all submitted documentation prior to appointment. Applicants with disabilities who require reasonable accommodations during the recruitment process can contact the provided email address.

The Superior Court of California County of Los Angeles is an equal opportunity employer. Questions regarding this posting can be emailed to . Connect with us on social media for updates and news on our organization.

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