Law Clerk (Summer Intern)

The Garza Law Firm’s Law Clerk position is an internship for students attending Law School whose primary function is to act as a support role for all divisions of the Firm. The Law Clerk is responsible to coordinate and assist Paralegals and Attorneys with day-to-day legal tasks in an effort to provide service to our clients and gain hands-on experience in the process.

The Law Clerk does not have the authority to practice law, give legal advice, or set strategy on a per-case/per-client basis.

Responsibilities

• Team Support: Law Clerk provides work assistance to support our Criminal Defense and Personal Injury Teams.
• Prioritization of Tasks: Law Clerk will work directly with those who have assigned a task to prioritize multiple tasks by importance.
• Legal Documents Drafting: Preparing briefs, legal documents, and reports for review by Attorneys and Paralegals.
• Legal Research and Analysis: Conduct legal research to assist Attorneys and Paralegals with information to aid legal strategies and compile case files.
• Perform Basic Courtroom Duties: Assist Attorneys and Paralegals with logistic coordination and legal proceedings (hearing discovery, trials, etc.) as needed.
• Case Documentation: Monitor case documentation via Filevine Tasks to ensure case files are properly maintained and tasks are completed on time.

Work Experience

Required:

• Proficient with Microsoft 365 Suite applications.
• Written and verbal communication skills.

Preferred:

• Experience working in a professional office setting.
• Experience with Filevine and Lead Docket is a plus.

Education / Other Qualifications / Success Traits

Required:

• Must have a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Must have a bachelor’s degree.
• Candidates must be currently pursuing a J.D. at an accredited law school.
• Ensure Accountability: Takes responsibility for their work and the performance of the firm. Owns commitments and shows a willingness to answer for their actions without being defensive or shifting blame.
• Client Focus: Intentionally seeks to understand Client needs. Proactively identifies opportunities to serve or create a benefit to the Client. Looks to exceed Client expectations by creating delight. Establishes and maintains effective Client relationships.
• Situational Adaptability: Rebounds from setbacks vs. emotionally responding with drama. Is confident under pressure. Handles and manages change or crises effectively. Maintains a positive attitude despite adversity. Grows from hardships and negative experiences.
• Action Oriented: Readily takes action on challenges, without unnecessary delay. Identifies and seizes new opportunities. Displays a can-do attitude in good and bad times. Steps up to handle tough issues without avoidance.