Law Clerk

Position Purpose:  Under general supervision, the Law Clerk assists attorneys by performing routine legal research; preparing preliminary legal documents; and completing assigned special projects.

Responsibilities/Duties/Functions/Tasks:

• Conducts routine legal research; prepares written memoranda and summaries, as required.
• Prepares preliminary drafts of legal briefs, pleadings, and other legal documents for attorney review.
• Creates seminar materials and outlines in preparation for presentations by attorneys.
• Works with firm attorneys and clients on various special projects.
• Prepares affidavits of documents and maintains document file.
• Occasionally attends court hearings with attorneys.
• Files pleadings with court clerk and performs additional courthouse errands, as assigned
• Complete all required training applicable to this position
• Regular and predictable attendance is an essential function of this position
• Other duties, as assigned

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree from a 4 year college or university and current enrollment in an accredited law school

Compensation and Benefits:

• The expected pay range for this position is $20.24-24.62/hour
• Paid Time Off (PTO) - 16 days annually + 9 Company paid holidays
• Free onsite fitness center for all employees

Physical and Mental Demands:

The physical and mental demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to remain in a stationary position at a workstation. This position requires constant use of hands and fingers for typing and operating a computer and other office equipment. The employee must possess the ability to communicate information and ideas in writing and verbally. Occasional standing, walking, bending, and lifting of items weighing up to 15 pounds may be required. Close visual acuity is needed to read, analyze data, and view a computer terminal for extended periods.

Work Environment:

This position operates in a professional office environment. It is representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. The employee will experience low to moderate noise levels and moderate interruptions. The workspace is well-lit and climate controlled.

EEO Statement: Weltman is an equal opportunity employer.

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Salary

• $20.24 - $24.62/hour