We are desiring to recruit an organized Law clerk - judge to join our fast-paced team at Minnesota Judicial Branch in Minnesota.
Growing your career as a Full Time Law clerk - judge is an awesome opportunity to develop productive skills.
If you are strong in persuasion, cooperation and have the right personality for the job, then apply for the position of Law clerk - judge at Minnesota Judicial Branch today!
Expand your court experience or begin your legal career as a District Court Law Clerk gaining experience in multiple areas of law! Learn directly from a Judge and collaborate with other Law Clerks while helping to provide fair and equal access to justice for Minnesotans.
Judge Shan Wang is seeking a motivated, professional individual to serve as a judicial law clerk. Law Clerks work directly with the District Court Judge performing professional legal research, preparing memoranda, opinions, and orders, and performing related administrative work. This position provides support for the functions of a Judge 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.
You'll be able to use your legal research and writing skills, work as part of a judge team, and observe all types of court calendars and proceedings. Law Clerks have the opportunity to work on a variety of assignments and observe different types of court proceedings including criminal, civil, probate, family, juvenile, and conciliation cases. The primary work location will be a located in Stearns County, St. Cloud, MN. However, flexibility for remote and hybrid options may be available.
Law Clerks work mostly business hours, Monday through Friday, and receive a competitive total rewards package from the Minnesota Judicial Branch including paid vacation and sick leave, 10 paid holidays per year, low cost medical and dental insurance, employer paid life insurance, and multiple ways to save for retirement. The Minnesota Judicial Branch is a participating Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) employer. What You Will Do The following are examples of major job duties expected of this position: 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. What You Will Bring Knowledge of laws, court rules, and sources of legal reference. Knowledge of court practices and procedures. Knowledge of legal terminology and concepts. Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing, with a diverse group of people including attorneys and pro se parties. Ability to research complex legal problems or questions and apply legal principles. Ability to represent the court in a respectful manner. Skill in the operation of a personal computer with word processing and legal research software. Ability to professionally exhibit cultural sensitivity, patience, and understanding in the course of work duties. What You Must Have
A person seeking employment for Law Clerk must meet the following qualification(s)
Graduation from an accredited law school at time of employment. What You Will Get
The anticipated starting annual salary for this position is $65,217 for 0-1 years of post-law school legal experience up to $71,739 depending on experience for external hires, with a full future earning potential of $65,217 -$78,261 annually.
The Minnesota Judicial Branch cares about and invests in you as an employee. Because of that, we offer affordable yet competitive benefits to support you and your family's wellbeing. Our comprehensive benefits package for eligible employees includes health and wellness benefits, enhanced fertility benefits, short- and long-term disability, pension, paid parental leave, tuition reimbursement, and more. Learn more at mncourts.gov/careers.
Why Work for Us?
Minnesota Judicial Branch employees consistently express pride in their public service and in the quality of programs and services provided to customers, as well as appreciation for the teamwork and collaboration that is promoted within the MJB.'
We celebrate and are committed to the principles of diversity and inclusion, and actively seek and value diversity in professional background and cultural characteristics. We are intentional and mindful about the organizational culture we are building, seeking broad-minded individuals with robust capabilities who value supporting one another's growth.
To Apply :
Visit Complete and submit your online application. Applications will be accepted until this position has been filled. All employment offers are contingent upon satisfactory results of our background check processes.
It the policy of the Minnesota Judicial Branch that all decisions regarding employment are made without discrimination on the basis of disability. Please let us know if you need a reasonable accommodation for a disability to participate in the employee selection process by contacting HR, View email address on jobs.institutedata.com
The Minnesota Judicial Branch is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of the Minnesota Judicial Branch that all decisions regarding recruitment, hiring, promotions, and other terms and conditions of employment be made without discrimination on the grounds of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, membership or activity in a local human rights commission, disability, sexual orientation, or age. We value and encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds.
Benefits of working as a Law clerk - judge in Minnesota:
? Opportunity to Make a Difference
? Continuous Learning Opportunities
? Leading Industry Pay
