Law Student - Government in Lowell, MA

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Lowell, MA

Law Student - Government in Lowell, MA

Law Student

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All law clerks must take and pass the Massachusetts bar exam within the first two administrations after the conclusion of the clerkship.

The Juvenile Court encourages applicants of all backgrounds to apply for the law clerk positions.

Responsibilities:

Perform legal research and writing assignments to assist the judges of the Juvenile Court.
Work directly with the judges, under the supervision of the Manager of Legal Research Services, Assistant Deputy Court Administrator, and the Chief Justice.
Attend hearings, trials, and other courtroom proceedings as needed.
Discuss legal issues with judges and convey results of research and analysis orally and in writing.
Prepare legal research memoranda, findings of fact, conclusions of law, judgments, and other written work products.
Complete assignments within established deadlines.
Manage, prioritize, and complete simultaneous assignments from various judges.
Work independently while maintaining productivity and demonstrating good judgment.
Meet deadlines and complete assignments in a timely manner.
Collaborate with judges, managers, court staff, and other law clerks in a professional setting.

Salary Information:

Starting Pay: $75,

Benefits:

Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Retirement savings plan
Paid vacation and sick time
Professional development opportunities
Opportunities for career advancement

Job Title:

Law Clerk – Juvenile Court - Eastern, MA

Experience:

Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school or eligibility to sit for the Massachusetts bar exam, as of the start of the clerkship.
Excellent legal writing and communication skills.
Excellent legal research and analytical skills, using both online and book resources.
High professional and ethical standards.
Experience and knowledge in the use of personal computers, including word processing programs such as Microsoft Word and legal research services such as Lexis or Westlaw.

H1: Join the Juvenile Court Department as a Law Clerk in Eastern Massachusetts!
H2: Gain valuable experience and make a difference in the lives of children.

BOLD HEADLINES:
- Multiple law clerk positions available in Eastern Massachusetts
- Starting pay of $75, and excellent benefits package
- Opportunity to work with multiple judges and gain a broad understanding of the Juvenile Court system
- Must have a Juris Doctor degree or eligibility to sit for the Massachusetts bar exam
- Excellent legal research and writing skills required
- Preference given to candidates who apply within the initial 14-day posting period
- Must be willing to travel to courthouses throughout the Commonwealth
- Hybrid work schedule available after initial 3 months
- Must reside in Massachusetts for the duration of the clerkship
- Applicants of all backgrounds encouraged to apply

Responsibilities:
- Conduct legal research and writing to assist judges of the Juvenile Court
- Communicate with judges and convey research results
- Attend hearings, trials, and other courtroom proceedings
- Collaborate with judges, managers, court staff, and other law clerks
- Manage multiple assignments and meet deadlines

Salary Information:
- Starting Pay: $75,
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance included
- Retirement savings plan available
- Paid vacation and sick time
- Professional development opportunities and opportunities for career advancement

Job Title:
- Law Clerk – Juvenile Court - Eastern, MA

Experience:
- Juris Doctor degree or eligibility to sit for the Massachusetts bar exam required
- Excellent legal writing and communication skills
- Experience with legal research and analytical skills
- High professional and ethical standards
- Knowledge of personal computers and legal research services preferred