TYPE OF RECRUITMENT: Open Competitive Job Opportunity
Los Angeles Superior Court seeks dynamic, well-qualified, and highly-motivated individuals to work as Law Clerks.
Join the Los Angeles Superior Court and work for justice and fairness. Individuals interested in becoming part of a well-skilled, knowledgeable, high performing workforce that rewards performance and creativity are encouraged to apply.
About The Court
Los Angeles Superior Court is the largest unified trial court in the United States with nearly 600 courtrooms presided over by 550 bench officers and 4,500 full-time employees. The Court has 40 Court locations, serving 88 cities, and 118 law enforcement agencies countywide.
Law clerks are eligible for an outstanding benefits package including 14 paid Court Holidays annually, vacation and sick leave, tuition reimbursement, and the Choices benefits package which includes medical, dental, basic life, and flex spending. Law clerks are also eligible for a Horizon’s 457b retirement savings account with matching contributions of up to 4% of the base salary and a pension savings plan
About The Opportunity
Law Clerks conduct legal research, analyze motions and other matters on calendar to expedite court calendars, prepare written recommendations thereon, and perform related duties as assigned. A detailed job description is available at the following links: Law Clerk (Bar Member) , Law Clerk (Non-Bar) . The requirements in the job description may vary from the requirements in the bulletin. Applicants must meet requirements stated in this bulletin.
Special Conditions of Employment: Law clerks may be employed for a limited term of up to 30 months, with formal performance appraisals given at the 6 month and 18-month anniversary. Law Clerks may not practice law, receive legal fees, and/or represent a party as counsel during their employment by the Court as Law Clerks. Other outside employment must be approved in advance. Employment is "at will."
Minimum Requirements
To qualify, you must meet one of the following requirements at the time of application:
LAW CLERK (NON-BAR): Graduation from an accredited school of law and eligibility to take the California Bar Examination.
LAW CLERK (NON-BAR, PRE-GRADUATION): Current enrollment in a Juris Doctor program at an accredited school of law, in good standing, and within six months of graduation (if selected, offer will be contingent upon proof of both graduation and eligibility to take the California Bar Examination.)
LAW CLERK (BAR MEMBER): Licensed to practice law in the state of California and an active member in good standing of the State Bar of California.
Other Requirements
A valid California Class "C" driver's license or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions.
Desirable Qualifications
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Ability to conduct legal research independently, apply the law to the facts and reach a sound, well-supported conclusion about the motion or other matter
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with judicial officers and others in the workplace
Ability to manage competing priorities effectively and meet deadlines
Process For Consideration
Step 1 - Submit an online application. You will need the following documents/information:
Resume
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 (i.e. drafted pleading, legal publication, legal writing class assignment, etc.)
3 professional references
Letter from State Bar of California confirming your eligibility to take the bar exam (Non-Bar applicants who do not hold a JD from an accredited school only)
Bar member number (Bar members only)
Once the application is submitted, you will not be able to edit or add documents.
Please allow 1-2 weeks for you application to be reviewed. You will be notified if your application is complete and you meet the selection requirements.
Step 2 - The management team will review all qualified applications and invite those who are among the best qualified to interview with a 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 governmentjobs.com account.
Please provide a current and accurate e-mail address for the Court to communicate with you about this job opportunity. We recommend adding [email protected] to your e-mail address book/safe senders list to avoid the notification being filtered as spam.
Bar Members: If you did not earn a Law School Diploma, please upload alternative Bar membership qualifying documentation.
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 [email protected]
Exam# R9559/9739A
Law Clerk - Limited Term
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Legal
Industries
Administration of Justice
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