Law Clerk - Division 2

16th Judicial Circuit Court of Jackson County Missouri

Jackson, Missouri, United States
Base: $56,160.00 annually; bonus/equity: not speci...
Juris doctorate degree from accredited law school
Knowledge of court procedures and policies
Ability to perform legal research and analysis
The role involves performing legal research and preparing memoranda to assist the judge or commissioner in resolving pending cases

Job Summary

  • The role involves performing legal research and preparing memoranda to assist the judge or commissioner in resolving pending cases.
  • Responsibilities include managing the division's open case inventory, tracking filing deadlines, and ensuring compliance with court rules.
  • The position requires serving as a liaison between the judicial division and external contacts while maintaining courtroom security and order.

Matching Summary

The role involves performing legal research and preparing memoranda to assist the judge or commissioner in resolving pending cases.

Salary

Base: $56,160.00 Annually; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Juris Doctorate degree from accredited law school
  • Knowledge of court procedures and policies
  • Ability to perform legal research and analysis
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills

Nice-to-have

  • Experience supervising law school interns
  • Ability to work irregular hours for jury trials
  • Experience with electronic case record systems
  • Skill in managing diverse stakeholder relationships

Key Requirements

  • Juris Doctorate degree required
  • Background screening mandatory
  • High school diploma or GED minimum prerequisite

Work Rights

Not specified

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