Judicial Clerkship - Government in Saint Paul, MN

Government

Saint Paul, MN

Judicial Clerkship - Government in Saint Paul, MN

Judicial Clerkship

Max 2 yrs required

No

Job Title: Court of Appeals Law Clerk for the 2026-27 Term

Job Responsibilities:
The primary responsibilities of a Court of Appeals Law Clerk involve significant participation in the judicial decision-making process. Law clerks are tasked with providing comprehensive legal research and case analysis for the judges of the Court of Appeals. The Court of Appeals reviews cases that have been appealed from district courts and administrative agencies. Key duties include:

- Analyzing and researching cases on appeal.
- Closely reviewing the record and transcripts from the district court.
- Evaluating opposing briefs to understand different legal arguments.
- Supplementing the legal research submitted in the briefs.
- Assisting judges in synthesizing the facts and the law through bench memoranda preparation.
- Assisting judges in drafting judicial opinions.
- Cite-checking opinions to ensure accuracy and compliance with legal standards.

Education and Experience Information:
To qualify for the position of Court of Appeals Law Clerk, applicants must meet the following educational and experiential criteria:

- Enrollment as a second-year law student is the minimum academic requirement for application.
- Graduation from an accredited law school is mandatory to commence employment.
- Both professional skills and an academic record are taken into account during the selection process.
- Strong writing and research skills are essential for this role.
- Significant legal writing experience is preferred, which may include participation on a law review or law journal.
- Judges of the court will select law clerks after a thorough review of applications and conducting interviews.

Salary Information:
The anticipated salary for the 2026-27 term for the position of Court of Appeals Law Clerk is at least per hour, which equates to $75,000 per year. The salary may be higher depending on future legislative appropriations.

Supplemental Information:
Position Logistics:
- The role is classified as a Court of Appeals Law Clerk.
- Work will be conducted at the **Members Only** located in downtown Saint Paul, Minnesota.

Application Process:
- Applications must be submitted by July 13th, 2025, at 11:59 pm.
- In-person interviews are scheduled for Friday, September 12th, and Monday, September 15th, 2025. While in-person interviews are preferred, virtual interviews are available for candidates unable to travel to the **Members Only**.

Application Requirements:
Candidates must submit a complete application that includes the following documents:
- Cover letter
- Resume
- Legal writing sample
- Official transcript with class rank, if available
- 2-3 letters of recommendation

Applicants should ensure all required documents are uploaded to their electronic application. If letters of recommendation are sent directly by the school, they should be emailed by the application deadline. In case any documents are missing at the time of application submission, candidates must notify the appropriate email address to receive guidance on the next steps. The application also includes supplemental questions that must be answered thoroughly, as responses will be submitted verbatim to the judges.

Additional Note: The application form for this position is identical to that of the Minnesota Supreme Court, allowing candidates the option to apply to both courts simultaneously.