Hennepin County District Court Law Clerk (Continuous Posting)

Minnesota Judicial BranchMinneapolis, MN

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Overview

Career level

Entry-level

Benefits

Career Development

Job Description

Expand your court experience or begin your legal career as a District Court Law Clerk!

The Fourth Judicial District accepts applications for the Law Clerk position on an on-going basis. Judges and Referees who experience a Law Clerk vacancy are provided access to all current applications on file. Positions are typically filled quickly from the pool of applicants. Applications will remain active for 30 days.

A District Court Law Clerk has the opportunity to work within the Minnesota Judicial Branch at the Trial Court level, and gain insight into judicial and court processes, with a court perspective on the administration of justice.

Law Clerks work directly with a District Court Judge or District Court Referee performing professional legal research, preparation of memoranda, opinions, and orders and related clerical/administrative work. This position supports the functions of a District Court Judge or District Court Referee to uphold the court's mission of providing justice through a system that assures equal access for the fair and timely resolution of cases and controversies.

Example of Duties:

Any one position may not include all of the duties listed, nor do the examples cover all the duties which may be performed.

Review, study, research, and annotate laws, court decisions, documents, opinions, briefs, and related legal authorities
Prepare briefs, legal memoranda, and jury instructions, including appropriate suggestions or recommendations to the Judge or Referee
Compile references on laws and decisions necessary for legal determinations
Confer with Judge, Referee or court official concerning legal questions, construction of documents and granting of orders
Attend court sessions to hear oral arguments and record necessary case information; maintain records attendant to court proceedings
Courtroom duties, including taking court minutes; calling the calendar; swearing in jury panels and witness; and assisting in various court proceedings such as arraignments, motions, hearings, pre-trial conferences, and trials
Administrative duties as assigned

Typical Qualifications:

Minimum Education and Experience:

Law Clerk 1

Completion of at least one year at an accredited law school.

Law Clerk

Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.

Minimum Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Knowledge of general law, state law, established precedent, and sources of legal reference
Knowledge of court practices and procedures
Knowledge of legal terminology and concepts
Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writing
Ability to research complex legal problems or questions and apply legal principles
Ability to work in an inclusive, multicultural environment that values diversity and relationships
Ability to professionally exhibit cultural sensitivity, patience, and understanding in the course of work duties
Ability to represent the court in a respectful manner
Skill in the operation of a personal computer with word processing and legal research software

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This job at Minnesota Judicial Branch is located in Minneapolis, MN, according to the details provided by the employer. Some roles may also include multiple work locations depending on the requirement.

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Minnesota Judicial Branch is looking for a candidate with "Entry-level" experience level.

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Minnesota Judicial Branch offers Career Development for this position. Actual benefits may vary depending on the employer's policies and employment terms.

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