Law Student - Government in Albany, NY

Government

Albany, NY

Law Student - Government in Albany, NY

Law Student

No

Organization: **Members Only**
Job Title: Law Clerk to Judge
Salary: $86,737
Experience: Admission to the New York State Bar within eighteen (18) months of appointment

Job Description:
• Research and analyze legal issues and questions under direct supervision of a judge
• Provide personal and confidential assistance to the judge
• Appointed by judges of all Supreme Courts, Court of Claims, County Courts, and Surrogate's Courts
• Serve at the pleasure of the judge
• Draft decisions, orders, correspondence, and other written material
• Communicate with parties and conduct conferences
• Proficient in Word, Outlook, Excel, and PDF software

Qualifications:
• Graduation from an accredited law school
• Admission to the New York State Bar within eighteen (18) months of appointment
• Relevant legal experience
• Excellent writing, analysis, and communication skills
• Attention to detail and strong organizational and interpersonal skills
• Ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks simultaneously
• Ability to work independently and maintain confidentiality
• Solid academic credentials

Location: Albany, NY
Classification: Exempt/Confidential
Assignment: Court/Law Clerk position with a Court of Claims Judge

General Information:
• Position may require reassignment to any position in the same title within the Unified Court System
• All applications may be considered for future vacancies in this title within the court or agency
• One position currently available

Application Procedures:
• Submit UCS-5 Application for Employment form, resume, cover letter, and writing sample to the Hon. R. Nadine Fontaine at
• Equal Employment Opportunity Data Collection Form is encouraged

Important Dates:
• Posting Date: January 24, 2025
• Application Deadline: February 21, 2025

Equal Opportunity Employer:
The New York State Unified Court System is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, age, or other non-merit factors.

H1: Law Clerk to Judge Position with **Members Only**
H2: Join Our Team and Serve at the Pleasure of a Judge

The **Members Only** is seeking qualified individuals to fill one (1) Law Clerk to Judge position in Albany, NY. As a Law Clerk, you will have the opportunity to work closely with a judge and provide personal and confidential assistance while researching and analyzing legal issues and questions. This is a unique opportunity to gain valuable experience and serve the justice system in New York State.

As a Law Clerk to Judge, you will be responsible for drafting decisions, orders, and other written material, as well as communicating with parties and conducting conferences. You will also be proficient in using Word, Outlook, Excel, and PDF software to assist the judge in case and trial preparation. This position requires a strong attention to detail, excellent writing and analysis skills, and the ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.

To qualify for this position, you must have graduated from an accredited law school and be admitted to the New York State Bar within eighteen (18) months of appointment. Relevant legal experience is also required, as well as solid academic credentials. However, there are no rigid requirements regarding class rank or standing.

The **Members Only** is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity in the workplace. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, age, or other non-merit factors.

If you are interested in joining our team, please submit a UCS-5 Application for Employment form, along with your resume, cover letter, and writing sample to the attention of the Hon. R. Nadine Fontaine at . We also encourage applicants to complete the Equal Employment Opportunity Data Collection Form.

Don't miss this opportunity to work with a judge and gain valuable experience in the justice system. Apply now and be a part of the **Members Only**!