Other employment must be approved in advance by the Court.
Have the ability to pass a background check.
Have a typing certificate within the last three years, showing the ability to type at a corrected speed of 50 words per minute.
Working Conditions
Work in a standard office environment; may be required to lift and move items weighing up to 25 pounds; must be able to sit for extended periods of time; may be required to walk, stand, bend, or stoop on a regular basis; must be able to use standard office equipment such as a computer, telephone, printer, copier, etc.
Benefits
The Superior Court of California, County of Los Angeles offers an excellent benefit package which includes:
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance plans
- Life insurance
- Retirement plans
- Paid vacation and sick leave
- 14 paid holidays per year
Application Process
Step 1 - Submit an online application. You will need the following documents/information:
- Resume
- 3 professional references
- Law School Diploma or letter from your law school's Registrar's Office verifying that a degree has been conferred* (pre-graduation applicants are exempt from this requirement at the time of filing.)
- 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.)
Step 2 - The management team will review all qualified applications and invite those who are among the best qualified to interview with the hiring committee.
Step 3 - The hiring committee will interview applicants and identify those who will be placed on the eligibility list.
Step 4 - When a judge has a vacancy, the managing research attorneys and judge will interview candidates and make final hiring decisions.
You will be notified of the outcome after each step of the process. You may also check your application status through your account.
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.
Important Information for Applicants
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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Law Clerk (Non-Bar Member) - Limited Term Opportunity at Los Angeles Superior Court
Organization: Los Angeles Superior Court
Job Title: Law Clerk (Non-Bar Member)
Job Type: Full-Time
Salary: Competitive, see position description for details
Location: Los Angeles, CA
Experience: Graduation from an accredited law school with a Juris Doctor degree
Position Description:
- The Los Angeles Superior Court is the largest unified trial court in the United States, with over 580 judges and commissioners.
- The Court has an annual budget of over $1 billion and serves a population of over 10 million residents in Southern California.
- As a Law Clerk, you will conduct legal research, analyze motions, and provide written recommendations to expedite court calendars.
- This is a limited-term opportunity for up to 30 months, with formal performance appraisals given at the 6 and 18-month anniversary.
- Law Clerks may not practice law or receive legal fees during their employment with the Court.
- The Court offers unbeatable benefits, including a comprehensive benefits plan, retirement savings plan, paid vacation and sick leave, and 14 paid holidays per year.
Requirements:
- Graduation from an accredited law school with a Juris Doctor degree.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills.
- Ability to conduct legal research independently and apply the law to the facts.
- Strong ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with judicial officers and coworkers.
- Excellent time management skills and ability to meet deadlines.
Application Process:
Step 1 - Submit an online application with your resume, 3 professional references, and a law school diploma or letter verifying degree conferred.
Step 2 - Qualified applicants will be invited to interview with the hiring committee.
Step 3 - The hiring committee will identify candidates for the eligibility list.
Step 4 - Final hiring decisions will be made by the managing research attorneys and judges.
Benefits:
- Competitive salary, see position description for details.
- Comprehensive benefits plan, including medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
- Retirement pension savings plan.
- Paid vacation and sick leave.
- 14 paid holidays per year.
Important Information for Applicants:
- The Court reserves the right to verify all submitted documentation prior to appointment.
- Applicants with disabilities may request reasonable accommodations during the recruitment process.
- The Court is an equal opportunity employer.
- For general application information, please access the Online Employment Application Guide.
- Please provide a current and accurate e-mail address for the Court to communicate with you about this job opportunity.
- Questions regarding this posting may be emailed to .
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