Law Clerk - Children's Attorneys Project

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Job Title: Law Clerk – Children's Attorneys Project
Organization: Legal Aid Center of Southern Nevada
Department: Children's Attorneys Project
Salary: per hour
Experience: Not specified

The Children's Attorneys Project at Legal Aid Center of Southern Nevada is seeking a dedicated and passionate law clerk to join their team. The project was formed in 1999 with the goal of providing legal representation to abused and neglected children who have never had representation before. The attorneys at the Children's Attorneys Project serve as the voice for these children in court and the community, allowing them to have an active role in their own destiny.

As a law clerk at the Children's Attorneys Project, you will work closely with 25 staff attorneys in the unit. Your responsibilities will include drafting motions and pleadings, preparing arguments and case briefs for trials, attending court hearings and client meetings (if schedules permit), and preparing memos for children who are in dire need of pro bono CAP attorneys. This is an in-person position with a minimum time commitment of 15 hours per week. The pay rate for this position is per hour, and public interest grants may be applicable.

To apply for this position, please send a cover letter, resume, writing sample, and transcript to . Legal Aid Center of Southern Nevada is an ADA/Equal Opportunity Employer.

Key Responsibilities:
- Work closely with 25 staff attorneys in the Children's Attorneys Project unit
- Draft motions and pleadings
- Prepare arguments and case briefs for trials
- Attend court hearings and client meetings (if schedules permit)
- Prepare memos for children in need of pro bono CAP attorneys

Requirements:
- Passion for advocating for abused and neglected children
- Excellent legal research and writing skills
- Strong attention to detail
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
- Minimum time commitment of 15 hours per week

Qualifications:
- Law degree or currently enrolled in law school
- Knowledge of child welfare laws and procedures preferred
- Previous experience in a legal setting is a plus

H1: Join Our Team as a Law Clerk at the Children's Attorneys Project
H2: Advocate for Abused and Neglected Children in Southern Nevada

The Children's Attorneys Project at Legal Aid Center of Southern Nevada is looking for a dedicated and passionate law clerk to join our team. As a law clerk, you will have the opportunity to work closely with our staff attorneys and make a difference in the lives of abused and neglected children in Southern Nevada. Join us and be a part of our mission to provide a voice for these vulnerable children in court and the community.

Our organization, Legal Aid Center of Southern Nevada, was founded in 1958 and has been providing legal services to low-income individuals and families in Southern Nevada ever since. The Children's Attorneys Project was formed in 1999 and has since then been dedicated to advocating for the rights of abused and neglected children. We believe that every child deserves to have a voice and be heard, and our attorneys work tirelessly to ensure that happens.

As a law clerk at the Children's Attorneys Project, you will have the opportunity to work on a variety of tasks, including drafting motions and pleadings, preparing for trials, attending court hearings and client meetings, and conducting legal research. This is a hands-on position that will give you valuable experience in the legal field and allow you to make a real impact on the lives of children in need.

The time commitment for this position is a minimum of 15 hours per week, and the pay rate is per hour. We also offer the possibility of public interest grants for eligible candidates. This is an in-person position, and we require all applicants to send a cover letter, resume, writing sample, and transcript to .

At Legal Aid Center of Southern Nevada, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We are an ADA/Equal Opportunity Employer and welcome applicants from all backgrounds to apply for this position.

Join us and be a part of our team of dedicated attorneys and staff who are passionate about advocating for the rights of abused and neglected children. Apply now and make a difference in the lives of children in Southern Nevada.

Legal Research, Writing, Case Management, Trial Preparation, Communication

Law student

Please send a cover letter, resume, writing sample, & transcript to

Qualification and Experience Law Student

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