Law Student - Government in Downey, CA

Government

Downey, CA

Law Student - Government in Downey, CA

Law Student

No

Additional Information
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:
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.

Minimum Requirements:

Law Clerk (Non-Bar Member): Graduation from an accredited school of law and eligibility to take the California State Bar Examination.
-OR-
Law Clerk (Bar Member): Licensed to practice law in the state of California and a member in good standing of the California State Bar.

Special Requirements

Licenses; Certificates; Special Requirements:
A valid California Class "C" driver's license or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation.

Law Clerks of the Superior Court are prohibited by Court policy from practicing law, receiving fees, and appearing in court representing another party as counsel during their employment by the Court as a Law Clerk.

Physical Class

(2) Physical Class II - Light Work
This class includes administrative and clerical positions requiring light physical effort, which may include occasional light lifting to a 10 pound limit, and some bending, stooping, or squatting. Considerable ambulation may be involved.

Responsibilities

The Superior Court of California, County of Los Angeles is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Law Clerk. Law Clerks are responsible for conducting legal research, analyzing motions and other matters on calendar, and preparing written recommendations for judicial officers. This is a limited term position, with a maximum employment period of 30 months. The Court offers competitive salary and unbeatable benefits, including a comprehensive benefits plan, retirement pension savings plan, paid vacation and sick leave, and 14 paid holidays per year.

Some of the key responsibilities of a Law Clerk include:

Conducting legal research on civil, criminal, family law, and probate matters.
Summarizing and evaluating motions and providing recommendations to judicial officers.
Researching and analyzing policies and procedures related to court proceedings.
Coordinating with judicial officers and court staff to schedule relief coverage when necessary.
Delivering and picking up files from courtrooms, as well as responding to questions from court staff on legal issues.
Drafting correspondence on behalf of judicial officers to counsel and litigants.
Assisting with various court-related duties as directed by the judicial officer.

Qualifications

The minimum requirements for this position include graduation from an accredited school of law and eligibility to take the California State Bar Examination. Alternatively, candidates may also be licensed to practice law in the state of California and be an active member in good standing of the State Bar of California. The ideal candidate will also have excellent written and oral communication skills, the ability to conduct legal research independently, and manage competing priorities effectively.

The Court also values candidates who have the following desirable qualifications:

Excellent written and oral communication skills.
Ability to conduct legal research independently and reach a sound, well-supported conclusion.
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.

Application Process

To be considered for this position, interested candidates must submit an online application, along with a resume, three professional references, and a law school diploma or letter verifying a degree has been conferred. Candidates must also provide two writing samples that demonstrate their analytical ability, along with a brief description of each sample.

The Court will review all qualified applications and invite the best candidates to interview with the hiring committee. After the interview process, a final eligibility list will be created, and candidates may be selected for a position when a vacancy arises. Candidates will be notified of their status after each step of the process.

It is important to provide a current and accurate email address for the Court to communicate with candidates about this job opportunity. It is recommended to add to your email address book or safe senders list to prevent notifications from being filtered as spam.

For general application information, please refer to 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 Court for assistance.

The Superior Court of California, County of Los Angeles is an equal opportunity employer. For any questions regarding this posting, please email . Join the largest unified trial court in the United States and apply for a Law Clerk position today!