Law Student - Government in Bellflower, CA

Government

Bellflower, CA

Law Student - Government in Bellflower, CA

Law Student

No

Other outside employment must be approved in advance.

Those Law Clerk candidates who have not yet passed the Bar exam must provide a letter from the law school's Registrar's Office verifying that a degree has been conferred. Unofficial transcripts are accepted.

This class description intends to identify the major duties and requirements of the job and should not be interpreted as all-inclusive. Incumbent(s) may be required to perform job-related duties other than those contained herein.

- Job title: Law Clerk (Limited Term) at Los Angeles Superior Court
- Salary: $89, - $94, annually
- Location: Los Angeles, CA
- Job type: Full-time
- Department: Research Attorneys/Law Clerks
- Job number: R9559/9739B
- Organization: Los Angeles Superior Court
- Benefits: Comprehensive benefits plan, retirement pension savings plan, paid vacation and sick leave, 14 paid holidays per year
- Requirements:

- Graduation from an accredited school of law with a Juris Doctor degree
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Ability to conduct legal research independently and apply the law to the facts
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships
- Ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines

- Responsibilities:

- Conduct legal research, analyze motions, and provide written recommendations
- Summarize and evaluate civil, criminal, family law, and probate matters
- Research and analyze policies and procedures related to court proceedings
- Coordinate with judicial officers and court staff for scheduling and coverage
- Respond to questions and provide legal guidance to court staff and judicial officers
- Train and oversee law students and volunteers
- Perform additional court-related duties as assigned

- Knowledge and abilities:

- Knowledge of legal research methods and materials
- Familiarity with civil law and possibly criminal, family, juvenile, or probate law
- Understanding of legal terms, procedures, and documents used in court
- Ability to plan, organize, and utilize traditional and computerized legal research
- Strong research, analysis, and communication skills
- Prioritization and time management abilities
- Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with colleagues and superiors

- Qualifications:

- Graduation from an accredited school of law and eligibility to take the California State Bar Examination
-OR-
- Licensed to practice law in the state of California and a member in good standing of the California State Bar
- Valid California Class "C" driver's license or alternative mode of transportation

- Special requirements:

- Prohibited from practicing law, receiving fees, or representing a party as counsel while employed as a Law Clerk
- Approval required for any outside employment
- Law Clerk candidates who have not passed the Bar exam must provide proof of conferred degree from law school
- This job description is not all-inclusive and other duties may be assigned.